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SUSTAINABILITY DIAGRAMS

Cross-VentilationLongitudinal hallway pulls east-west breezes through house. Floor vents allow cool air to enter from below and exit through operable windows.

Stack-VentilationHigh ceilings and operable windows allow hot air to rise and vent to exterior.

Raised StructureAllow air to circulate under the building.

DaylightingNorth facing windows allow abundant indirect daylight while limiting heat gain.

Deep OverhangsReduce heat gain and provide sheltered outdoor spaces.

Rainwater CisternUse of pitched roofs shed water expeditiously and collect rainwater in cistern for non-potable uses.

Photo Voltaic Panels35 degree, south-facing camelback roof provides +500 sq ft of solar panels.

Permeable PavingPermeable paving surfaces for stormwater management.

Living WallProvides shade to parking area.

IDENTIFIABLE VERNACULAR

The 3+1 b2 House is derived from the juxtaposition of the technological and cultural influences of current times with the functionality of the New Orleans camelback housing style. The 3+1 b2 House plan is asymmetrically configured to adapt to primary and secondary family or economic patterning. The second floor plan configuration for this design diverges from traditional placement in the rear to allow for ideal accommodation of alternative energy sources. The double camelback is an ideally suited building style to the project requirements of the MIR Phase II program, lending to the extended family living patterns of this area and also the benefits of economic return. Mandated site adaptations of this style provide additional opportunities for extended living space, secure off-street parking and emergency refuge by lifting the living areas above base flood elevations. Essential to the camelback housing style is the truth that “Community begins at the front porch”.

SOUTH ELEVATION

BUILDING ELEVATIONSSCALE 1/8” = 1’-0”

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SUSTAINABLE DESIGN

The 3+1 b2 House models the latest technology and building planning concepts incorporating alternative energy sources, plumbing and air conditioning systems that reduce water and energy needs and a high-performance envelope system that contributes to low overall power consumption. Key sustainable design strategies will include minimizing southern exposure fenestrations, maximizing northern exposure daylighting, rainwater harvesting, C2C materials selections and use of solar PV panels.

REBUILD SMART

The 3+1 b2 House follows this firm’s commitment to community preservation, building long-lasting value in our structures and advancement of the art of wbuilding. We look to the community for design inspiration and cultural reinforcement in the design of the 3+1 b2 House, facilitat-ing comfortable, contemporary living. The use of low-cost, durable materials and proven construction techniques assures value to returning homeowners. The 3+1 b2 House attempts to explore new alternatives to construc-tion efficiency in envelope design and massing simplicity.

CONCEPT DIAGRAM

DETAILS

lot: 40’ x 105’total sq ft: 19503 bedroom unit: 1400 sq ft

first floor: 900 sq ftsecond floor: 500 sq ft

1 bedroom unit: 550 sq ft

finish floor elevation: 8’-0”

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WALL SECTIONSCALE 3/4” = 1’-0”

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