Posted by elutzik on November 17, 2010 | No Comments
The official version:
The rooftop was conceived in three primary strips; a vegetated roof, a folded wood deck and a paved area with lawn. The central strip of folded wood decking provides a proliferation of uses including gathering areas, viewing benches, tanning areas and hot tub. The wood strip is interrupted by the main tectonic movement of a sunken courtyard intruding it and a guesthouse extruding it. The wood strip unfolds in some areas exposing a mirrored stainless steel surface on [...]
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Posted by elutzik on November 13, 2010 | No Comments
From the designers:
This award-winning home in Cannon Beach, Oregon takes advantage of excellent ocean views and southern solar exposure. The client’s goal was for a home that would last for multiple generations and capture their love of materials and forms found in nature. Designed to generate as much energy as it consumes on an annual basis, the home is pursuing the goal of being a “net-zero-energy” residence. The environmentally responsive design promotes a healthy indoor environment, saves energy with an [...]
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Posted by elutzik on January 14, 2010 | 2 Comments
Have you ever considered having an entire office with computer, chair and cabinets in an only 2.1m x 2.1m space? The OfficePOD provides the user with an efficient use of space with innovative storage and desktop solutions. It was designed so that you can place it into your back patio or sit in any spot within your yard. And not only is it a great working space, but is eco-friendly as well. The POD satisfies the most stringent energy performance [...]
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