THE NORTH CARLTON GREEN HOUSE
An example that really interested me was the North Carlton Green House. Inspired by the clients intuitive connection with landscape and the sun, it utilizes passive heating, through north orientation; shading through deep eaves; passive cooling through natural cross ventilation; rainwater collection; and grey water recycling.
It really linked to Domus and many of the suggestions we had to providing a comfortable environment in Kakadu. The only thing they didn't need to address that we do is electricity, all the sustainable design ideas can all be translated.
For photos you can visit http://www.zenarchitects.com/project6.html, the site wouldn't let me copy any. (really interesting)
Ecologically Sustainable Design (ESD)
We are committed to energy efficiency by employing innovative passive solar design to decrease reliance on heating and cooling, and encourage use of energy efficient products and alternative energy systems. We select materials that maximise thermal performance while minimising carbon emissions produced through embodied energy.
We are committed to water conservation, integrating rainwater harvesting and grey water recycling to our buildings. We design buildings to respect and enhance their landscape and ecology, while connecting the occupant with the natural environment.
We are dedicated to increasing social sustainability through designing buildings that encourage creation of community and are imbued with the spirit of equality.
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