Design Criteria
- create a space that maximizes use throughout building life cycle.
- serve as a transitional element between the house and the neighborhood vernacular
- use innovative building technologies and building systems to minimize impact on environment and increase building energy efficiency
CONCEPT: Construct a multi-purpose space:
- accommodations for office and guest quarters
- car storage and open pavilion for outdoor activities
- Structural Insulated panels
- Tankless water heater
- Solar panels tied to grid
- Radiant Barrier House Wrap
- Passive Solar Design site placement
- High Efficiency HVAC system
- Reflective roofing for minimizing heat gain
Healthy Home Environment:
- No VOC paint for interiors
- ERV (energy recovery ventilator) Fresh Air Supply
- No VOC wood floor finish
- American Clay wall and ceiling finish
- Air Filtration System
Water Management:
- minimal footprint in pervious area
- Low Flow sink and shower
- indigenous landscape requiring no irrigation
- Rainwater harvesting
Reuse/Recycle:
- Concrete contains 25% flyash
- Local aggregate in concrete
- Locally reclaimed Shiplap siding on Elevation
- Locally recycled Wood Flooring
- Repurposed wooden wine barrels for rainwater storage
