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Post by silviamag on Oct 17, 2017 14:54:53 GMT -6
ENTRY #653562383
DESIG STATEMENT
The main idea was to build a public facility that lasts and which requires low maintenance, using local resources. The architectural design assumes several climatic principles, such as natural ventilation and lighting, or protection from the heavy rains and strong sun exposure. The library is organized into two different buildings surrounded by a “hallway porch”, a space often encountered within the traditional housing as it provides a shelter from heavy rains and harsh sun. Transparent coloured polycarbonate doors and windows create the interaction between inside space, the porch and the courtyard. The structure system is made of hearth bricks, characterized by closely spaced columns of 1.65 meters of interval, which also act as reinforce for the walls. The façades are perforated with different rhythm of bricks, so a continuous cross ventilation is guaranteed. The roof structure is made of wood and provide a ventilation system, while the palm leaves on top relieve the poor thermal performance of corrugated iron sheets below them. BudgetRoof sheeting: 1600 $ Roof framing: 1300 $ Windows and doors fixtures: 100 $ Building structure and walls: 1900 $ Foundations: 445 $ Base and floor: 710 $ Forniture: 1200 $ Miscellaneous: 500 $ TOT: 7855 $
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Post by silviamag on Sept 23, 2017 6:01:43 GMT -6
ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS FROM silviamag Hi! I'd like to know if the library has to keep the shape, size and position indicated in the masterplan. ANSWER: No. You have freedom with the design.
And also, if the guest house is meant as a fully equipped home with all services, (kitchen, bathroom, living room...) or as a guest dormitory with common areas. Thank you! ANSWER: The design concept is up to you. Both building type are needed. One building for those interested in self-catering, it will be a fully equipped home with all services, (kitchen, bathroom, living room...). There will be another building as a guest dormitory with toilets/bathrooms and common areas.
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