"He who follows nature is in all things self-sufficient". Epicurus

 

 

 INTO THE HILLS

 At Hollywood, one has the opportunity to use carbon-zero technology, making this Home 100% sustainable that integrates all systems with the landscaping. The main concept is to provide a truly independent model, which is sensitive to Nature and is compatible with its natural environment.

 

Energy considerations

On the roof, solar power panels provide ample energy in order to make this building energy efficient. The solar panels are vertically fixed too to the walls. Furthermore, it is envisaged that solar paving are laid down in front of the house. One has also the advantages of using Sedum Green roof that compliments the energy strategy.

 

The nature of the Materials

In accordance with the design concept, the essential prerequisites for this House shall have certain features that enhance the local environment. The desire is to contribute to the well-being of this area, rather than to exploit it.

 

Grey water treatment

The main aim is to contain, use and reuse all household grey water indoors and outdoors and which can be channeled into food production and landscaping with no pollution of aquifers.

The proposal is to utilize the toilets too that flush with treated grey water and which do not smell. Especially in the light of recent water shortage, it is vital that the right strategy is implemented that deals with this serious future challenge.

 

The main thrust of the concept is to contribute greatly to this area and that anyone living here will enjoy the sheer beauty of this part of Los Angeles. The main intention is make this proposal as green as possible and to utilize all the available natural resources, thereby facilitating a joyful feeling at this House.

 

 

Technical provisions

In having Passive House, one has the following benefits that will greatly advance sustainability. This list is by no mean limited.

 

One can have:

Extremely Low Energy Use.

High Quality Indoor Air. This will be possible with consistent supply of filtered fresh air.

Comfortable Indoor Temperatures.

Lower Operational and Construction Savings.

With the greatly reduced energy requirements, the Passive House approach is the best method of achieving a net-zero energy building.

A means to promote the Environment.

Passive Houses are essentially friendlier to the environment because of their low energy and fossil fuel consumption.

 

 

 

SEDUM GREEN ROOF

Furthermore, it is intended that this project shall have Sedum Green roof.

 

The remunerations are enormous and these can include:

Important Microclimates for insects, bird life and other even rare species.

The Positive affect to heat production known otherwise as the Urban Heat Island.

The reduction in the surface of rainfall. (A mechanism for Sustainable urban Drainage Systems).                                                              

The greater amelioration in the quality of water. It would be possible to utilize this rainwater for other purposes, (internal water usage, for example flushing toilets etc).

The better sound insulation with the combined effect of soil, plants and trapped layers of air.

A vast improvement in air quality due to the filtering mechanism of the plants and substrate.

The ability to provide green space in urban areas for recreational purposes or for urban food growing.

The benedictions in utilizing Sedum green roof are enormous, not only financially, but can endure longer than traditional roofs. The implementation of the green roofs can act not only as a carbon sag, but as a stimulus to encourage the wildlife and biodiversity.

 

Finally there is the SMART GLASS technology.

The perks of having smart glass can summarized as the ability to;

 

Undo the need for blinds and shades.

Preserve daytime and nighttime views.

Minimize glare.

Reduce heating and cooling requirements.

Protect interior furnishings.

Operate the windows using home automation system and iPhone.

 

 

SOLAR PAVING

There has been a recent development in Solar paving and which can be operated here.

The assets of using Solar paving are multifold and include;

The provision of generating clean renewable energy from the side pathway as well as any other surface that can be walked upon and the special glass that has a traction end surface.