January 2013 Huddersfield University

Eco House
TIA 1800 Applied Architectural Technology 2 Client: Prof. Dean Hawkes Justyna Lipinska

The Client Prof. Dean Hawkes

Dean Hawkes an architect and an award winning academic
He enjoys beautiful passive solar designs because it brings great quality sunlight into the building - He appreciates modern architecture - He is a specialist in sustainable design - He wants to entertain guests at his house
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The Location

- The site is located on Firth Street in Huddersfield - The site is owned by Huddersfield University and is located near the Huddersfield canal (north) and near a busy road - There are no buildings on the site the site is used by used to move around the campus - There is a large and mature willow tree on the site which will have to

be removed because of he space issues the tree can be moved to a different location with a similar environment or can be used to an advantage of the eco house. - This is a good location for the site because it will allow the client (Prof. Dean Hawkes) to easily move around the campus

Site Analysis
Advantages
No existing buildings - Attractive views to the north - Public transport and pedestrian access available - Canal side location- good views - South facing to one side for solar gain - Easy access around campus and to town centre
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Disadvantages
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Small site Noise coming from the road Cold north faade Privacy issues Foundation issues Willow tree to be removed Floor risk

Design Generators
Sustainable Design Passive Solar technology for climate control Small sitesmall building

Eco materials

Eco House

Space for entertainment and relaxation

Smart Technology

Solar faade for solar gain

Use the willow tree for eco house advantage

Inspirational Buildings

Timber Wood Frame Construction Modern Cube House Design

Green roof

Cutting Edge Inspiration

Heating Control System

Lighting Control System Rainwater Harvesting System

Ground Floor Plan

First Floor Plan

South Elevation

North Elevation

East Elevation

West Elevation

Section

Detail Timber Frame

A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. K. L. M. N. O. P. Q. R. 9mm plywood and clay wall finish Breather Paper 140mm Insulation Bottom rail of the W.P 38mm x 38mm factory fitted locating batten 38mm x 10mm compriband foam tape 38mm x 89mm locating plate 38mm x 140mm soleplate 140mm stud 90mm service batten 90mm Insulation Vapour control layer 12.5mm plasterboard 38mm x 90mm plasterboard batten Services at soleplate level Insulated screed DPC and DPM Concrete slab

U Value of wall construction = 0.15 W/mK

Detail 2 Flat Green Roof

Sustainability Construction Materials

Windows and doors- Triple glazed, timber frame, natural plant oil based finishes, U Value = 0.86 W/m2K Wall- Timber Frame with soundproof insulation ,U Value of wall construction = 0.15 W/mK, timber cladding (north and south) and clay paint Interior wall finishes natural paint Roof- Green roof will significantly reduce the need for air conditioning in summer and can provide a degree of insulation in winter Foundations Foundation blocks made from aircrete (lightest form of concrete, fully load-bearing). Benefits: - Cheaper - Reduces ground floor heat loss by up to 25% - Aircrete blocks provide sound insulation - Aircrete blocks are lighter than concrete blocks which means that the laying rate is twice as fast

Sustainability- Eco House

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Ground source heat pump- provide heat and hot water, needs little maintenance and can lower energy bills Underfloor heating no maintenance, brings comfort and freedom of room design, flexible control via thermostats Triple glazed windows - triple glazed units have an optimised energy balance to maximise cost savings, the thermal efficiency of triple glazed units ensures that cold spots are eliminated. High windows will provide more natural light during the day, minimising the use of artificial light Smart home technology it offers flexible control at home. Lights can shut off automatically when no one is in a room, and the thermostat can be set to let the indoor temperature drop during the day before returning it to a more comfortable level just before residents arrive in the evening Recycles timber flooring Eco friendly blinds to provide privacy

Eco House interior images

Eco House 2013

Justyna Lipinska

Eco House 2013

Justyna Lipinska