Eco Factor: Sustainable house designed to maximize energy savings and generate solar energy.
ECO-BOX is a sustainable dwelling system envisioned by designer Jorge Andres Serpa that includes green systems to maximize energy conservation and reduce carbon emissions. The house has adaptable physical features that can be operated by the family to the most optimal living conditions desired.
During winter, the bioglass façade can be drawn out, acting as a layer of insulation to reduce heat loss, while maximizing natural light with its translucent characteristics. The outermost layer of the house has been designed to gradually open up toward the bottom to allow low-angled winter sunlight to penetrate into the house.
During summer, the high-angled summer light is hindered with denser greening at the top. Moreover, during summer the bioglass skin may be drawn aside as in an accordion to let cool air enter the premises. The outbound air is then drawn into the return air ducts of the ventilation system and then transferred to the algae system unit, which consumes CO2 and releases fresh oxygen.
The house includes photovoltaic panels on the rooftop, and the renewable energy generated is supplemented by Green Energy treadmills that are placed in the fitness area. Located near the center of the length of the house, the free surface wetland receives household gray water, which is then treated and used to feed algae.
In addition to gray water, the house has been designed to harvest rainwater as well. The family living in the unit will be encouraged to use environmentally friendly and organic shower and soap products to further reduce the dwelling’s impact on the ecosystem.
Via: FreeGreen
