[RE] cycling the cycle

MAAFaculty: Vicente Guallart + Rodrigo Rubio 10-11

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Hugo Carvallo

MArch. canditate at IaaC-11 BArch. at USC A.S. Arch. at ECC

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figure field ~ blocks figure field ~ streets

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mediterranean_Climate

offices bar restaurant car dealer

transp. tourism

wind P.M.

CONTEXT + SITE ANALYSIS:

bar

police dpt

As of today, the block was occupied for few people living in tents, and in small vans around the block.

They tend to move to another place and they call their selves ‘ocupas’ (term used in Spain for people taking over abandoned properties).

wind A.M.

site - program

The actual condition of the ‘empty block’ is that approximately 75% empty, having only two residential buildings. The majority of the site is composed by dirt, and plants that include few trees.

natural forces

urban connectivity

The site is located at 41° 23’ 59.50” N and 2° 11’ 25.80” E, just 2 blocks southwest from Placa de les Glories and 3 blocks northeast from IaaC.

advertising agency offices

metalurgic co. bar clothing club

bar

fecotect site analysis

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Temperate [mediterranean] Regions Elongating the form of a building along the east-west axis maximizes south-facing facades.

- Minimize east and west exposures, which are generally warmer in summer and cooler in winter than southern exposures.

- Balance solar heat gain with shade protection on a seasonal basis.

- Encourage air movement in hot weather, protect against wind in cold weather.

Natural vegetation The native vegetation of Mediterranean climate lands must be adapted to survive long, hot summer droughts and prolonged wet periods in winter. Mediterranean vegetation examples include the following: Evergreen trees: such as Pines, Cypress, and Oaks Deciduous trees: such as Sycamores, Oaks, and Buckeyes Fruit trees such as Olives, Figs, Citrus, Walnuts and Grapes Shrubs: Bay laurel and California laurel, Manzanitas, and Chamise Sub-shrubs: such as Sages, Artemisias, and Sagebrush Grasses: Grassland types, Bunchgrasses; Sedges, and Rushes Herbs: such as fragrant Rosemary, Basil, Thyme, and Lavender Much native vegetation in Mediterranean climate area valleys have been cleared for agriculture.

environm. editorial eng. office

gov. energy

bar

transp. bar co. offices transp.

car repair

co.

restaurant night club

merchandise co.

gas restaurant station car dealer

insura co.

schoo ‘sagre

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numbers:

city + rain + underground

The current structure demand shows that:

61% of the water goes to domestic consumption

23% to industrial activities and

16% to agriculture.

Within the region, urban consumption appears to be declining in the city of Barcelona and in the immediate municipalities (due to population and industrial shifts) and growing rapidly in the periphery.

water

According to the Environmental Board for the Metropolitan Area of Barcelona, today’s Barcelona resident consumes approx. 111.4 litters of water a day versus the almost 115 litters a day spent 3 years ago.

block

This means a reduction of 3%.

surge tank / underground water pump

human consume / use

Approx. population per block 1000 people.

Litters per person in block 111.4 x 1000 = 111,400 l/d Estimate consume in our block 40% of 111,400 l/d = 44,560 l/d

farm terrace BUILDING METABOLISM

leftover + remains

greywater plant biomass plant

external remains

MArch. canditate at IaaC-11 BArch. at USC A.S. Arch. at ECC

initial sketches

greaywater tank

biomass plant

water pump

source: http:// commongroundfarm.org

source: http:// greywaterrecycling.net

10-11 source: www.mrcsclass.comMcDougalText7thgradetext064_071.pdf

open space

grid towards south direction + connectivity

source: http:// 4.1.bp.blogspot.com

bldg footprint

source: http:// 4.bp.blogspot.com

wall walking

CONCEPT:

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[RE] cycling the cycle RS2 - Self-Sufficient Building

Faculty: Vicente Guallart + Rodrigo Rubio

by:

Hugo Carvallo

source: www.dwc-water.com

source: http:// renewableenergyworld.com -biomass plant

The metabolism of the building/block for the Self-Sufficient Building Studio is based on water.

Water as a natural element not only provides life to the animals and plants of the planet, but it also is an important part of many systems and cycles.

The proposed design looks to balance human beings lives and the nature of the world with its chaotic and problematic social issues, and economical conditions.

To start, I took three main references that helped me to develop this project. As natural reference, I am taking under consideration the water cycling; and under historical reference, I am taking under consideration the farm terrace that many ancient cultures used, such as the Inca. I would like to make a special emphasis on learning about ancient ways of living because they were very sustainable and self-sufficient. And last but not least, I considered current technology, which will improve the idea of recycling the ‘water cycling’ and therefore provide energy within it.

Under the natural consideration, it is been known that water cycles naturally through an infinite process. This similar process, using current technology, will imitate the benefit to the inhabitants of the block.

The farm terrace will work perfectly in the sense that water will follow a determinate path where water cycling will be appreciated and noticeable through the metabolism of the building. Through this, remains from the farms will be collected and processed thereafter to provide energy throughout the building.

use for recycled water

H O H

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PLANS + SECTIONS

section 1

1st floor plan

section 2

2nd floor plan section 3

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short section

site plan

detailed section

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RESIDENTIAL DIAGRAMS [hexagons] r -1a

r -1 sec

r -3 r -3 sec

r -1b

r -1 r -1a sec r -1b sec

r -2a

r -2 r -2a sec

r -2 sec

r -3a

r -3a sec

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west elevation

east elevation

south elevation

south elevation

Proposing sensor/meters that will provide real time information to residents on their energy usage allowing them to make personal adjustmets to save money water, and energy.

The development will treat 100% of its sewage on site and use the treated water for flushing toilets, landscape irrigation and water features.

The potable water comsumption is estimated to be 40 % less than traditioal developments. High performance water fixtures and appliances such as water efficient dishwashers, washing machines, dual flush toilets, faucets and shower that save water without sacrificing personal comfort.

Storm water will be treated through farm terraces [green roofs] and flow via a series of conected naturalized creeks and waterways.

Alternative transportation will reduce one’s reliance on the automobile. A new car share program will be offered on site altogether with the bicing system.

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ELEVATIONS + PARTIAL PERSPECTIVE

south partial perspective

Renewable energy strategies:

-Use of recycled materials when necessary

-Energy efficient Building Design

-Fly ash will be used in concrete

-Extensive tree planting and grren roofs to absorb carbon

-The biomass system will perform as a greenhouse gas positive for its community.

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winter sun

1 total area: 7693 m² approx. 72% of required

2

natural cross ventilation

1.- top residential units [completed 20%

requirement with existing residential buildings] 2.-

top circulation

3.-

farm terraces

4.-

student housing

sumer sun indirect sunlight

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ENVIRONMENTAL DIAGRAMS direct sunlight

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PROGRAM

3 passive techniques

5.- commercial [gym, sports stores, cafes, restaurats] 6.-

courtyard [benches, green area, artificial creek, water feature]

7.-

electric car sharing program pkg. greywater plant biomass plant visitor circulation path fresh market educational research institute

8.-

shading mesh device/ vertical trellis/ humidity absorbing facade

4 5

6

7

hexagon cross ventilation

sun path

daylight factor

ecotect interior views

Tabulated Daily Solar Data

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La#tude: 41.3° Date: 1st April Longitude: 2.1° Julian Date: 91 TimeZone: +1.0hrs Sunrise: 06:41 OBJECT No.: 1849Sunset: 19:09 Local 7:00 7:30 8:00 8:30 9:00 9:30 10:00 10:30 11:00 11:30 12:00 12:30 13:00 13:30 14:00 14:30 15:00 15:30 16:00 16:30 17:00 17:30 18:00 18:30 19:00

(Solar) (06:04) (06:34) (07:04) (07:34) (08:04) (08:34) (09:04) (09:34) (10:04) (10:34) (11:04) (11:34) (12:04) (12:34) (13:04) (13:34) (14:04) (14:34) (15:04) (15:34) (16:04) (16:34) (17:04) (17:34) (18:04)

Local Correc#on: -­‐55.5 mins Equa#on of Time: -­‐3.9 mins Declina#on: 4.1° Orienta#on: -­‐0.0° Azimuth 87.7° 92.6° 97.7° 103.0° 108.6° 114.6° 121.3° 128.9° 137.4° 147.0° 157.8° 169.6° -­‐178.1° -­‐165.9° -­‐154.4° -­‐144.0° -­‐134.7° -­‐126.5° -­‐119.3° -­‐112.8° -­‐106.8° -­‐101.3° -­‐96.2° -­‐91.1° -­‐86.2°

Al8tude 3.5° 9.2° 14.8° 20.3° 25.7° 31.0° 36.0° 40.6° 44.7° 48.1° 50.8° 52.3° 52.8° 52.0° 50.1° 47.2° 43.5° 39.2° 34.5° 29.4° 24.1° 18.7° 13.1° 7.5° 1.8°

HSA 87.7° 92.6° 97.7° 103.0° 108.6° 114.6° 121.3° 128.9° 137.4° 147.0° 157.8° 169.6° -­‐178.1° -­‐165.9° -­‐154.4° -­‐144.0° -­‐134.7° -­‐126.5° -­‐119.3° -­‐112.8° -­‐106.8° -­‐101.3° -­‐96.2° -­‐91.1° -­‐86.2°

VSA 56.7° 105.9° 116.9° 121.2° 123.4° 124.8° 125.6° 126.2° 126.6° 126.9° 127.1° 127.2° 127.2° 127.2° 127.1° 126.8° 126.5° 126.1° 125.4° 124.4° 122.9° 120.2° 114.7° 98.6° 25.9°

Shading 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 89% 80% 60% 60% 50% 50% 30% 50% 60% 50% 40% 69% 89% 80% 89% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%

shadows

shadows from courtyard

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MAA Faculty: Vicente Guallart + Rodrigo Rubio

[RE] cycling the cycle RS2 - Self-Sufficient Building MArch. canditate at IaaC-11 BArch. at USC A.S. Arch. at ECC

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MAA Faculty: Vicente Guallart + Rodrigo Rubio

[RE] cycling the cycle RS2 - Self-Sufficient Building MArch. canditate at IaaC-11 BArch. at USC A.S. Arch. at ECC

Hugo Carvallo

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