2. The Block

C. Services

1. The block (including the shape and massing of the building) must be designed to maximise natural resources in the area and provide these resources to the inhabitants.

2. The resources which can be extracted from the block of the building may include (but are not limited to):

• Solar Energy

• Rainwater Catchment

• Water Recycling

• Geothermal Energy

• Wind Energy

Site on Botany Road, Alexandria. The green roof uses the top surface of the block, providing greenery, thermal gain and cleaner air. This can be implemented as a rooftop garden or farm with further structural refinement.

Site on Botany Road, Alexandria. Additionally the additional water collected on the rooftop is collected in an underground catchment where it is refined and re-used in the dwelling.

Site on Botany Road, Alexandria.

The large multi-purpose building uses the block to maximise the energy potentials of the site.

A: Water catchment and grey-water recycling facility can use the large roof to provide upto 40% the water intake required for all the dwellings. Additionally, B: A system of over 300 solar panels provides over 25% of energy required (using average of typical three-bedroom household). C: A multi-layered facade provide ventilation and light and thermal comfort.