House- Prescott Passive House By Kansas State University Studio 804
Focus- Passive house design
Green Features-
Environmental Passive Design-
Uses design to increase the efficiency of fans, and environmental systems in order to reduce the cost, and use of systems by 80 percent. These designs are typically done through high ceiling, high insulation values, and energy efficient windows. This is regulated by a certification process known as Passive House Certification given out by the Passive House Institution US.
Energy Recovery Ventilator-
Provides constant fresh air and even distribution of heat. According to the U.S. Department of Energy this is a system that provides a controlled way of ventilating a home while minimizing energy loss. They reduce the costs of heating ventilated air in the winter by transferring heat from the warm inside air being exhausted to the fresh (but cold) supply air. In the summer, the inside air cools the warmer supply air to reduce ventilation cooling costs.
Broad Southern Exposure-
By providing Broad Southern Exposure you are able to allow the sun to help heat the building by using the largest broad side facing south (for the Northern Hemisphere).
Low Income Information-
Passive Design-
Saves 80 percent of heating costs, which it equivalent to around 90 dollars a month or 1080 dollars a year.
80% Area Median Income-
The house is affordable to people who make 80 percent of the median income of the area it is placed in.
Student/ Volunteer Construction-
The house is constructed by unpaid volunteers eliminating the construction cost. This greatly reduces the overall cost, making it very affordable. This was also used to involve the local community, and educate them about sustainable design and construction for the project.
Possible Current Project Design Applications-
Passive Design-
This application can be carefully used in order to save money for the residents, while adding minimal cost to the building. As lowering the environmental impact of the structure.
- Exterior Louver Shading System
- High Ventilating Ceilings
Can be used to increase the effectiveness of other green features used.
Broad Southern Exposure-
Used to decrease cost, and lower the environmental impact of the Environmental Control Systems.
Impossible Current Project Applications-
None
Design Critique-
Very Nice Design overall. The design is very well organized, and the exterior has an amazing aesthetic appeal while still achieving the sustainable features. The two hallways with the through kitchen, with both ending into one of the two bedrooms on the lower floor. The living room is open with the half wall connecting it with the kitchen. The loft is a unique space that utilizes the area needed for the passive heating and cooling space. The loft is open to the lower floor, adding a tall ceiling for the living room, and open the house up.
Photos
Interior View
Night Perspective Exterior
Winter Exterior Perspective
Drawings
Basement Floor Plan
Ground Floor Plan
Loft Plan
