Design for Sustainability M.A. Final Project Fall 2011
TheNeed
Savannah High School Greenhouse Project is looking to expand growth space for a year round production approach, expand educational opportunities with the Savannah community and increase hands-on skill learning for the special population youth.
TheDesign
This project incorporates a pattern approach to deconstruction and assessment of local demolition projects that includes valuable inventory. Final design package includes schematic design phase of project: conceptual drawings, preliminary budget and beginning specifications.
TheOpportunity
This proposed project goes beyond the educational walls of Savannah High School. Multiple community programs , non-profits and businesses are integrated within each phase of design development as an opportunity to expand the sustainable knowledge of agriculture, adaptive material reuse and the special population youth of Chatham County. All items, as well as a projected time line will be packaged together as a deliverable to local non-profit Emergent Structures and IKEA Savannah Distribution Representative.
ConceptualDesignPhase
ProjectVitality
Greenspace availability at the Old Star Laundry site totals 1/4 acre. Currently, Job Coach Willie Mobley of Savannah High School, acts as Program Coordinator for educational outreach. He also maintains existing garden space and facilitiates projects with on site crew. Harambee House, is a local non-profit focused on environmental concerns and healthy lifestyles. Partnership on the DUGhouse project will gain additional community resources, workshop outlets and additional staff to ensure project longevity.
Ownership
Identified parties involved include:
• Savannah High Greenhouse Project: Maintains ownership of greenhouse through educational projects, service learning workshops and agriculture production
• Khalidi Properties: Through lease agreement with Harambee House, property will be a donated asset
• Harambee House: Serves as property leasee that will openly collaborate with Savannah High Greenhouse Project
ProgramNeeds
• Minimum 400 sq. ft. of space
• 40-60 linear feet: Horizontal space for plug production and lettuce growth
• 150-250 sq.ft.: Vertical growth area for tomato and cucumber production
• Hanging space for basket plants
• Storage area for pots, tools, seedlings
• Open area for classroom space
• Internal compost/vermiculture system
• Rain water collection with irrigation system
• Maximize passive heating and cooling techniques
• Operable windows for maximum ventilation
(Above) Cross ventilation is an important design factor for hot and humid climates
(Above) Rain collection and cross ventilation techniques drove the design
ConceptualDesignPhase
DesignforReuse
Window sash will be the primary wall material. Found materials ultimately depict design details when using deconstruction as a primary material source. Below drawings are beginning sketches of building elevations with material specification in mind.
(Left) Radiant Heat system for plants
(Below) Sketches of a double vent hoop style greenhouse
(Above) Double ventilation hoophouse is best for the hot and humid climate in Savannah
SavannahGardens/StrathmoreEstates
AThomas&HuttonProject
-ContractedtoNorSouthConstruction
Phase One of development uncovered great value in the deconstruction of existing trusses of the homes up for demolition. Salvaged trusses were donated to the local Girl Scouts Chapter.
Potential truss recovery in Phase Two would be a valuable resource for the roof line rafters of the greenhouse.
Image Source: Emergent Structures
Image Source: Savannah Morning News, Credit: Richard Burkhart
AThomas&HuttonProject
-ContractedtoNorSouthConstruction
Through identification of existing construction projects, possible deconstruction material can be calculated. Strathmore Estates will be entering phase two of redevelopment and is a gold mine for repurposed material.
Window Sash (pictured below):
Estimate: 36”w x 60”h
Quantity: High, visually assessed at least 100
Wooden Framing
Previous deconstruction of Phase 1 produced viable 2x4 studs and multiple trusses. Possible material source for project.
(Above) Strathmore Estates redevelopment project, November 2011
(Above) Original construction in 1943 of 750 housing units. Image Source: Emergent Structures
(Left) Current double hung windows available for deconstruction
Window Sash:
Multiple sizes are available from two warehouse locations. Non standard size windows, like shown in the left image, are visually pleasing but not found in high quantity.
• (Left Image)
Window Sash: 60”w x 66” h
Quantity: 2
• (Lower Left Image)
Window Sash: 33”w x 34” h
Quantity: 6
Brick:
Reclaimed brick available at Southern Pine Company will be used for foundation, side knee walls and permeable foundation
• (Upper Right Image)
Current stock available
• (Lower Right Image)
Installed permeable paving parking lot at Southern Pine
Pine rafters were deconstructed at a historic residential home located in downtown Savannah. They measure: 1”x6” and vary in length, perfect for rafters. Any paint remnants will need to be coated, as a precautionary step for lead exposure.
(Right) Columns available for use
Red Wood Columns:
Potential structural support columns available for project use. Deconstructed from a residential exterior patio located in Savannah, GA.
(Below) Originating job site
CONCEPTUAL
• Finalize program needs
• Material/finsh selection
• Site location
• Environmental needs
• Alternate design ideas
• Alternate construction types
• Identify funding opportunites
• Identify community organizations
• Preferences, needs, agriculture production
• Space layout, behavior needs
• Environmental concerns addressed
• Site evaluation
• Preliminary cost analysis
• Local Demolition projects assessed
• Material Assessment: Reclaim and new purchase assessment
• Electrical needs
• Identify Funding opportunities
• SHS: holidays: 11/11:Veteran’s Day 11/21-25: Thanksgiving 12/19-30: Winter Break
Calendaryears2011-2012
CONSTRUCTION
• Upon program approval, preliminary plans, elevations, sections, site plan drawings begin
• Address mechanical/ electrical needs
• Waste management assessment
• Structural engineer meeting
• Fixtures specified
• Site Survey completed
• On site design meeting with all parties
• Funding proposals reviewed
• Contact community organizations
• SHS Holidays 1/2: New Years
• Finalize all decisions prior to final documentation
• Final selection of finishes
• Organize timeline of material reclamation
• Student material reclamation projects begin
• Revise costs
• Submit for funding opportunities
• Final review meeting of drawings
• SHS Holidays 1/16: teacher planning, no school
• Complete all project drawings based on approval
• Complete contracts needed
• Permits
• Complete furnishing drawings
• Landscape plans completed
• Written specification for all orders/finishes/ fixtures
• SHS Holidays 2/20: President’s Day 2/24 Half Day
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Perspective view of property line. North and East walls our shown in rendering.
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