09/17/12
For our design, we will be incorporating many water/energy efficient designs that are also artistic. For air conditioning, we plan to use a dehumidifying air conditioner, where the collected water from the air will be used to water the wall garden on the other side of the wall. This wall garden also acts as a natural insulation from the varied temperatures outside. We will also use a displacement heating/cooling system, in which the hot air rises and the cool air stays on the bottom. Other insulation that we will use for the other walls is recycled cement. The roof will be made with solar skylights and clay tiles. The clay tiles are the most eco-friendly roofing and the solar skylights offer natural lighting and also collect energy for times energy is needed. In addition to having solar systems, we plan to use solar onings that offer exterior shade and provide extra electricity for the interior of the building. In case the use of extra lighting is nessessary, we pplan to install fittings for LED lighting because it is the most energy-efficient light bulb. Thw windows that will be used are tinted, ecofriendly windows. They allow natural lighting, but lower the amount of heat that enters the building. They also act as security for students studying after school hours. Having large cieling to floor windows is both modern and a smart way to maximize energy efficiency, due to the fact that lighting uses the most electricity, on most occasions. For the flooring, we will be using bamboo because it is the most eco-friendly choice. For the carpetted areas, we will use recycled plastic capetting. For landscaping, we will use local plants thaat are water efficient and also use drip-irrigation. For the restrooms we will use faucet aerators, vacuum flush urnals, and low-flush toilets to preserve water.

Comments

This piece works because of the nooks that provide seating spaces for students- it would be great if yours could do that while conveying your own theme.

Zac Mathieu - Dynamic Associates Agency
I love how much thought you guys put into the eco-friendly aspect of your building, but it may help if you specify the types of local plants you would include in you building

Michael Dodge- Architect 7
Great idea! But how will that be watered?

I really love it that it will be covered with wines. It looks really unique and I think it will keep heat or cold inside the cafeteria depending on the weather. Anna Merkushev-Dynamic Designs.