The Eco House in Spain by Modern Zen Architects
Modern Zen Architects has designed a modern sustainable house on Spain. It is aimed to build a large, modern zero-carbon footprint villa. The villa design had to be modern and incorporate lots of natural light. They design a long and narrow plot to be located on a steep 45º gradient.
They design the roof as the most apparent feature, as the roof line sits wing-like above the building line. It also hold solar panels at correct angle to maximize effectiveness whilst also hiding them from view. The space between the two roof lines allows air to pass over the building adding to the cooling effect. They also use less direct heat source on this building. Perimeter adjustable louvered vents are also located just below the building roof line allowing cooler air to pass through rooms whilst removing the accumulated hot air. Extensive glass is used in the design however the ‘double skin’ effect again incorporating adjustable louvered panels, prevent excessive heat conduction through the glass. The main living area hovers above a 30cm deep canal of water which is part of the cooling system.
This building is also designed to have a rainwater reclamation system and Grey water recycling unit for the water sources. The pool will be saline negating the use of standard pool chemicals.
A photovoltaic system will supply the electricity to run a radiant heating system within the floor. The adjustable louver wall system will optimize heat capture during the day and retain the warmth by night. Geo-thermal energy will provide a back-up cooling and heating system.
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