ZERO-NET ENERGY/WATER BOSTON: DESIGN PROGRESS
1. It is
important to think about how mixed-use programs can relate to each other and how
these interactions can start to create design opportunities. Post at least one image
that you have been working on for Project_03 such as your sustainable site plan,
passive design diagrams, plans, sections, etc. Explain how your mixed-use program
elements, the existing sustainable systems (your site's 'sense of place') and your
net zero interventions had an affected on your zero net design.
The multipurpose building I have designed includes a library and community center that was built on an existing vacant lot. Just north of the site is an equipment yard and to the east across Dorchester Ave. are a number of newly finished multipurpose buildings that house offices at the lower levels and apartments on top. With an up and coming neighborhood being introduced into this industrial area a library and community center seemed to be a great fit and would bring several opportunities. With designing the building to meet sustainable design the orientation and placement of the building had been though through. The building runs in the east to west direction avoiding major heat gain from the sun. A high performance glazing curtain wall lines makes up the north facade of the library allowing for great natural lighting while a few windows line the south facade. This helps lessons the amount of energy loads needed for the operation of the building, because there is so much natural light being provided less electricity needs to be used for lighting throughout the day. Solar panels have also been designed to be include and therefore providing another source of energy. These elements help achieve goals of energy-efficiency, daylighting and user comfort. Green roofs and permeable pavers where previously implemented in the design to support lower water usage. All these are contributing factors to building a zero net design that affect the surrounding environment in the positive direction.
2. Use another example of your Project_02 work and briefly explain how your design emulates the ideas from the readings in regards to a living, regenerative or adaptive building?
In Living, Regenerative, and Adaptive Buildings, Whole Building Design Guide (WBDG), reading it is stated that “Regenerative and restorative buildings… [are] designed and operated to have a net-positive impact on the environment, including repairing the surrounding ecosystem. Producing more energy than the building consumes and sharing the excess do other buildings can meet their energy demands”. From the previous Project_02 my building site collected more water than the total water use needed to operate the building fixtures. I had proposed previously that the remaining water that had been collected could be distributed out to the surrounding area in need to meet sustainability. In this next phase I hope to look further into integrating more plant habitats, like growing food on the green roofs, which would successfully contribute to the restoration of the buildings environment and its surrounding environments. A roof garden would be a great contribution to this area being that is near neighboring communities that can actively participate and learn more about the multipurpose buildings goals and the green technologies that help accomplish them.
The multipurpose building I have designed includes a library and community center that was built on an existing vacant lot. Just north of the site is an equipment yard and to the east across Dorchester Ave. are a number of newly finished multipurpose buildings that house offices at the lower levels and apartments on top. With an up and coming neighborhood being introduced into this industrial area a library and community center seemed to be a great fit and would bring several opportunities. With designing the building to meet sustainable design the orientation and placement of the building had been though through. The building runs in the east to west direction avoiding major heat gain from the sun. A high performance glazing curtain wall lines makes up the north facade of the library allowing for great natural lighting while a few windows line the south facade. This helps lessons the amount of energy loads needed for the operation of the building, because there is so much natural light being provided less electricity needs to be used for lighting throughout the day. Solar panels have also been designed to be include and therefore providing another source of energy. These elements help achieve goals of energy-efficiency, daylighting and user comfort. Green roofs and permeable pavers where previously implemented in the design to support lower water usage. All these are contributing factors to building a zero net design that affect the surrounding environment in the positive direction.
2. Use another example of your Project_02 work and briefly explain how your design emulates the ideas from the readings in regards to a living, regenerative or adaptive building?
In Living, Regenerative, and Adaptive Buildings, Whole Building Design Guide (WBDG), reading it is stated that “Regenerative and restorative buildings… [are] designed and operated to have a net-positive impact on the environment, including repairing the surrounding ecosystem. Producing more energy than the building consumes and sharing the excess do other buildings can meet their energy demands”. From the previous Project_02 my building site collected more water than the total water use needed to operate the building fixtures. I had proposed previously that the remaining water that had been collected could be distributed out to the surrounding area in need to meet sustainability. In this next phase I hope to look further into integrating more plant habitats, like growing food on the green roofs, which would successfully contribute to the restoration of the buildings environment and its surrounding environments. A roof garden would be a great contribution to this area being that is near neighboring communities that can actively participate and learn more about the multipurpose buildings goals and the green technologies that help accomplish them.
Libraries and community centers are excellent places to have a lot of natural light! I like your train of thought!
ReplyDeleteThank you. I hope to integrate it well within the building without creating a oven for those who visit. Especially with the use of so much glass. I believe high performance glazing will help.
DeleteHi Amber,
ReplyDeleteThe early design decision to properly orient the building on the site is a great launch of point. Then, with the implementation of green infrastructure and high performance glazing, the occupants of your design will certainly enjoy a sense of happiness, comfort, and health within the building. I also appreciate how your mixed-use design is complementary to the other multipurpose buildings in the area. This goes to show how many small mixed-used developments can interact with each other and go on to create an efficient network of diversity and sustainability on a larger scale to truly reform a neighborhood/community.
Hello Amber,
ReplyDeleteI like when you gather up your entire mixed-use ideas and put it in your own project. I think choosing your own mixed-use development can save you a lot of time researching for different construction materials It is easier to use a mixed-use material than looking a new material that will fit the whole design. Nice work.
You have a nice day,
Ivan Santos Diaz
I found it interesting that you placed most of your glazing on the north and very little on the south for daylighting. In my project I went with the exact opposite strategy: south facing glazing for solar heat gain and few windows on the north to limit heat loss. It would be interesting to actually find a source that has compared both strategies to see which could offer a better solution for energy efficiency. Your project is looking well-developed! Nice work!
ReplyDeleteHi Amber,
ReplyDeleteProducing more energy that what the building consumes is an excellent idea! Your sustainable strategies are well thought and developed. I look forward to seeing your final project!