Case Study Details:

This section offers a brief overview of the project, its overarching goals, the main user group(s) and their needs, etc. This section should provide the key context to the reader to help them understand the project’s origin story. (max 300 words) *

Bioclimatic Design

This section should speak to how the design responds to local climate and local geography while ensuring user comfort .

Energy

This section should describe passive and active strategies to reduce loads on both mechanical and electrical systems to ensure an efficient and climate-friendly project. Include details on building envelope, photovoltaics, sensors, heat recovery systems, etc. (max 300 words)

Site

This section should provide information about the site and how the project responds to its unique features. Include details about the land, the flora/fauna, and the impact the project has. How did the designers consider site-specificity in the design? (max 300 words)

Building Orientation and Layout

This section should describe how the building is oriented on the site and how the layout is organized to maximize efficiency. (max 300 words)

Light/Air

This section should describe how light and air were considered in designing an efficient space. Include details about passive and active strategies used to maximize user enjoyment/comfort and minimize climate impact. (max 300 words)

Water

This section should outline how water is managed on-site. Include details such as rainwater/greywater harvesting, stormwater runoff strategies, etc. (max 300 words)

Materials + Construction

This section should outline the products used in the project and the reasons they were chosen. Include details on any particular sustainably sourced materials, construction processes, adaptive reuse strategies, etc. (max 300 words)

Life/Adaptability

This section should describe the anticipated lifespan of the building, its resistance to user wear-and-tear, its long-term performance, as well as expected maintenance and service needs. Also include details about other potential uses for the project (if applicable). (max 300 words)

People

Community

This section should describe how the project interfaces with the local community and how the community was involved in the project from conception, through design and construction, and finally on completion. Include any relevant details about broader community benefit. (max 300 words)

Project Team

This section should describe the project team and how they collaborated. Include lead architects, engineers, and any key consultants. (max 300 words) *

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