PHASE 2: REFINING THE SITE PLAN

DiscussionPoints

East-West orientation for elongated building masses to optimize forSouthernexposure

Vertical Greenhouse envelopes on south-facing facades that double as Trombe walls, a passive solar heating system, to trap heat for the buildings in the winter and regulate temperature year-round

Connecting bridge forms to allow residents to go between buildings in adverse weather will also provide protected outdoor areasshelteredfromsnow/rain

First floor dedicated to commercial applications, farmers market stalls or popup designs to display and sell changing seasonal cropsandlocalcommunityproducts.

2nd-4thfloorsforresidences(4floorlocalheightrestriction) Largegreenhouseforyear-roundagriculture

Slanting roof forms for snow shedding/collection, air flow, and maximizingSouthernwallarea(Verticalsolarpanels?)

Windows and awnings on each floor are placed in the best orientation/location for passive heating, cooling, and airflow, takingintoaccountthesun'spathandprevailingwinds.

Utilize basements to conceal building systems, water treatment andstorage Communitykitchen,lounge,diningroom,childcare,etc