The general concept for the design aligns with sustainable design principles for user comfort , less energy usage, and connection with the natural environment
Courtyards and voids bring in natural light into the space.
The building is subjected to heat gain. This is as a result of the sites constrain. In order to counter the effect to ensure indoor environmental quality for user comfort, a shading device (in the form of breeze blocks) is installed along the width of the West elevation.
• In addition to that, a fishpond is located beyond the screen. This water feature decreases the temperature by evaporation ultimately to absorb the transportation of heat into the building.
• Few openings on this elevation for privacy and to reduce the amount of heat that permeates into the internal spaces.
• The thermal mass of earth due to its high density reduces the amount of heat transfer into the building.
South:
• With the orientation set to north-south, this elevation sucks in natural air and invites natural light into the space. Wide openings along the view allows natural ventilation to keep the indoor environment cool. Essentially, this
minimizes the amount of energy used in cooling the building.
• Along this façade is a vertical shading device and serves as an element to secure the unit.
• The living spaces on the ground level opens into the outdoor creating an indoor outdoor living experience where occupants are connected to the natural environment at all times.
North:
Windows and door openings do not dictate the look of the residence. In order to create a harmonious seamless façade on all elevations, all opening are provided with an extra layer of skin which takes the form of vertical wooden members. Employing the principles of Rythm and repetition
• This helps to shade the building from excessive heat gain and doubles as a security element which eliminates the use of the cumbersome burglar proof security system
One dominant environmental feature ie: plants.
Fruits tree, vegetables and medicinal plants adorn the building landscape in the form of a backyard farm. This is to promote human activity and engagement with the environment.
Plants help with air filtration along side cooling and shading.
Soft landscape absorbs water thereby reducing the amount of storm water run off from heavy down pour.
Solar panels serve as an alternative and reliable source of electricity
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