7 weeks to go until our entry for the SASBE2009 competition is due. This is a personal brainstorm for a large building which utilizes many renewable infrastructure technologies.
The building is designed to capture as much sun as possible for passive solar gain, growing food, and improved living conditions.
The north facing side will be utilized by functions which do not require direct sun, such as rainwater storage, food storage, and retail.
The structure's first level will be a series of archways allowing for open transportation and easy connectivity. In the northern portion of the building, a hole is cut through to create a public square and allow more light to fall into the living and working spaces.
The building is designed to capture as much sun as possible for passive solar gain, growing food, and improved living conditions.
The north facing side will be utilized by functions which do not require direct sun, such as rainwater storage, food storage, and retail.
The structure's first level will be a series of archways allowing for open transportation and easy connectivity. In the northern portion of the building, a hole is cut through to create a public square and allow more light to fall into the living and working spaces.
