This is a Power Point Presentation I created as an assignment for the Special Topics class I took last semester. It features a tiny house constructed with straw bales and finished with adobe and cob. It is meant to be fully sustainable using only earth-friendly materials.
Sustainability in Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape, buildingmahmood Albrifkany
Sustainability by openings, architecture, interior design: Future buildings should create healthier and more comfortable lives for their occupants
without having a negative impact on the climate.
connection to habitat, sustainability in interior design, Architecture: The design strategies found in “Connection to Habitat” address sustainability through an architectural correlation with a regional definition of place.
The determination of a regional condition is geographic but broadly scaled, whether drawn from solar angles at a particular latitude, local meteorological conditions, or a specific architectural vernacular.
In each case, the habitat maintains a close relationship with its external environment by adapting to and learning from its locality.
The differences between various climactic and cultural contexts is not emphasized here so much as the variety of the methods attuned to regional conditions, since these residences are, in fact, all located in the northern and southern temperate zones.
Tropical Architecture Presentation (Remodeling House)Vroro Moore
this power point is actually a raw model of my tropical architecture presentation (a remodeling house case into a tropical living), because I lost the good one (the final product of the power point), but I hope people could like it and can take much benefit from it.
Sustainability in Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape, buildingmahmood Albrifkany
Sustainability by openings, architecture, interior design: Future buildings should create healthier and more comfortable lives for their occupants
without having a negative impact on the climate.
connection to habitat, sustainability in interior design, Architecture: The design strategies found in “Connection to Habitat” address sustainability through an architectural correlation with a regional definition of place.
The determination of a regional condition is geographic but broadly scaled, whether drawn from solar angles at a particular latitude, local meteorological conditions, or a specific architectural vernacular.
In each case, the habitat maintains a close relationship with its external environment by adapting to and learning from its locality.
The differences between various climactic and cultural contexts is not emphasized here so much as the variety of the methods attuned to regional conditions, since these residences are, in fact, all located in the northern and southern temperate zones.
Tropical Architecture Presentation (Remodeling House)Vroro Moore
this power point is actually a raw model of my tropical architecture presentation (a remodeling house case into a tropical living), because I lost the good one (the final product of the power point), but I hope people could like it and can take much benefit from it.
The Passive Solar of Yazd: Reflections and Performance Evaluation after 10 Ye...drboon
Yazd, a desert city located in the center of Iran has very long and fantastic history of coordination with nature to cope with very harsh climate of the region. Two, three or four sided traditional courtyard houses considered as the best prototype of sustainable architecture, which few follow logically. This paper presents traditional concepts using a passive solar house designed and built by present author in 2001. The research evaluated the family reactions, positive and negative aspects and performance features of the house under the concept of "post occupancy evaluation". The results indicated that family likes and dislikes are about the negative feeling of the cool draft in the sitting area, good lighting and views, some acoustical problems and positive feeling of cool air from the cold sunken courtyard. In general, the positive reflections of the family were much more than negative aspects.
Topic: Care home provision;
Type of paper: Case Study;
Subject: Architecture;
Academic Level: Masters;
Citation Style: CU Harvard;
Language: English (U.S);
Number of Pages: 3 (double-spaced, Times New Roman, Font 12);
Number of sources: 3 .
This presentation was done as part of the seminar work to be done by final year B.Tech students of Kerala University at Mohandas College of Engineering and Technology, dept. of civil engineering.
The Passive Solar of Yazd: Reflections and Performance Evaluation after 10 Ye...drboon
Yazd, a desert city located in the center of Iran has very long and fantastic history of coordination with nature to cope with very harsh climate of the region. Two, three or four sided traditional courtyard houses considered as the best prototype of sustainable architecture, which few follow logically. This paper presents traditional concepts using a passive solar house designed and built by present author in 2001. The research evaluated the family reactions, positive and negative aspects and performance features of the house under the concept of "post occupancy evaluation". The results indicated that family likes and dislikes are about the negative feeling of the cool draft in the sitting area, good lighting and views, some acoustical problems and positive feeling of cool air from the cold sunken courtyard. In general, the positive reflections of the family were much more than negative aspects.
Topic: Care home provision;
Type of paper: Case Study;
Subject: Architecture;
Academic Level: Masters;
Citation Style: CU Harvard;
Language: English (U.S);
Number of Pages: 3 (double-spaced, Times New Roman, Font 12);
Number of sources: 3 .
This presentation was done as part of the seminar work to be done by final year B.Tech students of Kerala University at Mohandas College of Engineering and Technology, dept. of civil engineering.
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Compressed Earth Blocks, often referred to as (CEB) or Earth Blocks, are a pretty amazing building material. Here is a quick look at how amazing this natural building method really is.
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Eleanor Olsen and Bruce Olsen of Total Spaces Design saved this tiny house from destruction, by implementing a "green" strategy to redo, update and increase the value. The results created a functional and darling home on an extreme budget. See how we did it.
A 750 sq ft Remodel illustrates step by step the green design choices in the strategic planning of a remodel project. Total Spaces Design shows how little cents it takes to make sense and still be green.
Using Athena Eco-calculator, a hypothetical use of EcoNest materials and their impact on the environment. UCSB Extension Green Building Materials, 2010.
Epcon is One of the World's leading Manufacturing Companies.EpconLP
Epcon is One of the World's leading Manufacturing Companies. With over 4000 installations worldwide, EPCON has been pioneering new techniques since 1977 that have become industry standards now. Founded in 1977, Epcon has grown from a one-man operation to a global leader in developing and manufacturing innovative air pollution control technology and industrial heating equipment.
Presented by The Global Peatlands Assessment: Mapping, Policy, and Action at GLF Peatlands 2024 - The Global Peatlands Assessment: Mapping, Policy, and Action
Improving the viability of probiotics by encapsulation methods for developmen...Open Access Research Paper
The popularity of functional foods among scientists and common people has been increasing day by day. Awareness and modernization make the consumer think better regarding food and nutrition. Now a day’s individual knows very well about the relation between food consumption and disease prevalence. Humans have a diversity of microbes in the gut that together form the gut microflora. Probiotics are the health-promoting live microbial cells improve host health through gut and brain connection and fighting against harmful bacteria. Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus are the two bacterial genera which are considered to be probiotic. These good bacteria are facing challenges of viability. There are so many factors such as sensitivity to heat, pH, acidity, osmotic effect, mechanical shear, chemical components, freezing and storage time as well which affects the viability of probiotics in the dairy food matrix as well as in the gut. Multiple efforts have been done in the past and ongoing in present for these beneficial microbial population stability until their destination in the gut. One of a useful technique known as microencapsulation makes the probiotic effective in the diversified conditions and maintain these microbe’s community to the optimum level for achieving targeted benefits. Dairy products are found to be an ideal vehicle for probiotic incorporation. It has been seen that the encapsulated microbial cells show higher viability than the free cells in different processing and storage conditions as well as against bile salts in the gut. They make the food functional when incorporated, without affecting the product sensory characteristics.
"Understanding the Carbon Cycle: Processes, Human Impacts, and Strategies for...MMariSelvam4
The carbon cycle is a critical component of Earth's environmental system, governing the movement and transformation of carbon through various reservoirs, including the atmosphere, oceans, soil, and living organisms. This complex cycle involves several key processes such as photosynthesis, respiration, decomposition, and carbon sequestration, each contributing to the regulation of carbon levels on the planet.
Human activities, particularly fossil fuel combustion and deforestation, have significantly altered the natural carbon cycle, leading to increased atmospheric carbon dioxide concentrations and driving climate change. Understanding the intricacies of the carbon cycle is essential for assessing the impacts of these changes and developing effective mitigation strategies.
By studying the carbon cycle, scientists can identify carbon sources and sinks, measure carbon fluxes, and predict future trends. This knowledge is crucial for crafting policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions, enhancing carbon storage, and promoting sustainable practices. The carbon cycle's interplay with climate systems, ecosystems, and human activities underscores its importance in maintaining a stable and healthy planet.
In-depth exploration of the carbon cycle reveals the delicate balance required to sustain life and the urgent need to address anthropogenic influences. Through research, education, and policy, we can work towards restoring equilibrium in the carbon cycle and ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.
Microbial characterisation and identification, and potability of River Kuywa ...Open Access Research Paper
Water contamination is one of the major causes of water borne diseases worldwide. In Kenya, approximately 43% of people lack access to potable water due to human contamination. River Kuywa water is currently experiencing contamination due to human activities. Its water is widely used for domestic, agricultural, industrial and recreational purposes. This study aimed at characterizing bacteria and fungi in river Kuywa water. Water samples were randomly collected from four sites of the river: site A (Matisi), site B (Ngwelo), site C (Nzoia water pump) and site D (Chalicha), during the dry season (January-March 2018) and wet season (April-July 2018) and were transported to Maseno University Microbiology and plant pathology laboratory for analysis. The characterization and identification of bacteria and fungi were carried out using standard microbiological techniques. Nine bacterial genera and three fungi were identified from Kuywa river water. Clostridium spp., Staphylococcus spp., Enterobacter spp., Streptococcus spp., E. coli, Klebsiella spp., Shigella spp., Proteus spp. and Salmonella spp. Fungi were Fusarium oxysporum, Aspergillus flavus complex and Penicillium species. Wet season recorded highest bacterial and fungal counts (6.61-7.66 and 3.83-6.75cfu/ml) respectively. The results indicated that the river Kuywa water is polluted and therefore unsafe for human consumption before treatment. It is therefore recommended that the communities to ensure that they boil water especially for drinking.
Climate Change All over the World .pptxsairaanwer024
Climate change refers to significant and lasting changes in the average weather patterns over periods ranging from decades to millions of years. It encompasses both global warming driven by human emissions of greenhouse gases and the resulting large-scale shifts in weather patterns. While climate change is a natural phenomenon, human activities, particularly since the Industrial Revolution, have accelerated its pace and intensity
ENVIRONMENT~ Renewable Energy Sources and their future prospects.tiwarimanvi3129
This presentation is for us to know that how our Environment need Attention for protection of our natural resources which are depleted day by day that's why we need to take time and shift our attention to renewable energy sources instead of non-renewable sources which are better and Eco-friendly for our environment. these renewable energy sources are so helpful for our planet and for every living organism which depends on environment.
UNDERSTANDING WHAT GREEN WASHING IS!.pdfJulietMogola
Many companies today use green washing to lure the public into thinking they are conserving the environment but in real sense they are doing more harm. There have been such several cases from very big companies here in Kenya and also globally. This ranges from various sectors from manufacturing and goes to consumer products. Educating people on greenwashing will enable people to make better choices based on their analysis and not on what they see on marketing sites.
different Modes of Insect Plant InteractionArchita Das
different modes of interaction between insects and plants including mutualism, commensalism, antagonism, Pairwise and diffuse coevolution, Plant defenses, how coevolution started
2. Project: Tiny House Design - Strawbale, Earth Bag, or Earthship construction?
Objectives
1. Research which Tiny House construction, Strawbale, Earth Bag, or Earthship, would be most appropriate or practical for
Indiana climate and building codes.
2. Choose the most appropriate construction method based on the research.
3. Design a Tiny House according to project management outline
Movers and Shakers
1. StrawbaleStudio.Org, Oxford, MI – builds Strawbale homes and conducts workshops
2. StrawBale.com – Several locations, the closest is in Ann Arbor, MI - workshops, videos, books
3. Earthship Biotecture, Inc, Tao, New Mexico - builds earthship homes and conducts workshops
4. UnitedEarthBuilders.com, Joshua Tree, CA – builds earth bag homes (pricing info at
https://www.unitedearthbuilders.com/pricing) supplier of building materials and machinery, workshops.
Industry Trends
1. A new euphemism that has been coined is “rightsizing” instead of “downsizing.” Tiny house villages are popping up all over
the US.
2. The trend toward building more eco-friendly, sustainable homes is also growing. (www.greentechnology.org)
3. Two out of every five tiny homes are owned by people over age 50, according to AARP writer Carol Kaufmann in her
article, “Tiny Houses Are Becoming a Big Deal.” (www.aarp.org)
4. Appeal specially to empty-nesters, seniors, and veterans, and people who want to decrease their carbon footprint on the
environment.
5. Tiny houses are also growing in popularity among people with physical disabilities because they can be easily customized
to their individual needs.
3. Scope of Project
1. Design one tiny home that will be virtually off-grid using sustainable criteria.
2. Target market will include environmentally aware people who are seeking a simpler lifestyle and
affordable, eco-friendly housing, such as senior citizens, empty-nesters, veterans, and those with physical
disabilities.
3. This tiny house will have one floor with a loft. Rooms in this tiny home will include 1 bedroom, study,
kitchen, dining room, bathroom, living room, laundry room, and a interior courtyard where live plants will
grow to provide air and water purification, as well as fresh veggies and fruits.
4. Thin film PV (photovoltaic) solar panels on the roof for electricity.
5. Passive heating and cooling from solar evacuated tubes on the roof and radiant heat tubes that will run
under the polystyrene insulated earth floors; south facing windows.
6. Roof rain water collection system; grey water/black water recycle system based on the one used in the
Earthship homes.
7. Insulated by straw bales incorporated into wall and ceilings.
8. Ageing in place features such as
a. Bedroom, bathroom, kitchen on main floor
b. Walk-in shower, handrails, no-slip floors
c. Open floor plan
d. Kitchen with ADA compliant appliances and counters (adjustable cooktops and oven drawers)
e. Low maintenance indoor garden.
4. Timeline
1. Project Phase 1 – Research construction materials to be used and building codes involved. Develop three conceptual floor plans.
2. Project Phase 2 – Determine budget, select and choose and adjust floor plan. AutoCAD or Revit
3. Project Phase 3 - Select materials, appliances, etc. to be installed. Prepare specifications.
4. Project Phase 4 – Prepare elevations, details, and renderings
5. Project Phase 5 – Refine and redo
6. Project Phase 6 - Finalize Power Point presentation
5. Project Phase 1 – Research construction materials to be used and
building codes involved. Develop three conceptual floor plans.
After researching what construction materials would be most appropriate to an earth-built tiny home in Indiana’s
cold, mixed climate, I’ve decided to use straw bale and adobe for the envelope. The straw bales act as sustainable
insulation with a value of R2 to R3 per inch. They can be used as load-bearing walls with or without wood
framing. The interior and exterior of the walls are given 2 to 3-inch coats of adobe, which is a combination of 3
parts sand, 2 parts cement and 1 part lime.
The interior walls will be constructed of cob, a mixture of
clay, straw, and water and plastered when dry. Recycled
items such as glass bottles and broken pieces of pottery
will be added as decoration in the walls.
Photo of a cob house built in Germany.
www.Pinterest.com.
Return to Timeline
7. After consultation with Professor
King, Floor Plan #2 was chosen and
some adjustments were made.
The budget for this project is set at
$150 per square foot.
895 square feet x 150 = $134,250
Project Phase 2 – Determine budget, chose and
adjust floor plan.
Laundry
Return to Timeline
8. Project Phase 3 – Select materials and finishes,
appliances and furniture.
Prepare specifications.
Return to Timeline
10. Bedroom Materials and Finishes
Dutch Door leads
to Sunken Garden
Terra Cotta
Floor Tiles
Hand Painted
Tiles Broken
Ceiling and walls:
Cob/lime paint finish
(hydrated lime
powder and water)
Soft-Tex Bed
Manufacturer
Double-sided
Fireplace between
Great Room and
Bedroom
22. The Hobbit Shed is where all the
mechanical equipment for the passive
heating and cooling system are kept.
A winding stone path leads to the koi
pond and covered grilling area where
you can sit, enjoy the sounds of nature…
and eat!
Tiny Strawbale House Landscape
Hobbit Shed Koi Pond
23. A healthy mix of herbs,
veggies and fruits will
fill this area set aside for a
roof garden accessed via a
caged ladder.
A sunken garden in the
domed atrium featuring
flowers and herbs is
just a step away from
the kitchen.
Roof Garden and Sunken Garden
25. Native flowers and herbs planted
in the gardens will provide a
home for wildlife…
OBEDIENT PLANT
butterflies, hummingbirds
PRAIRIE CLOVER
bees, butterflies
COREOPSIS
bees, butterflies
JOE PYE WEED
butterflies
COLUMBINE bees
butterflies, hummingbirds