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| **** Citation for Design **** |
| Vascular House |
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| The Vascular House was designed using the cardiovascular system as a model for the transfer and storage of heat. The home draws in and collects solar heat energy and distributes it to the slabs where it is stored in order to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature without using grid energy. The storing of heat in the water circulatory system and slabs allows for the controlled release of stored energy. The hot and cold water circulation/pumping system branches, thickens, and thins into “arteries” and “veins.” Two pools of water work with the vascular system to radiate or pull heat from the home. One pool absorbs solar heat and circulates it through the house during cold days. The other draws heat away from the home and transfers it into the soil through a system of winding underground pipes. The home incorporates PV panels and mechanical windows for cross ventilation. |
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| Study Models |
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| Structure & systems |
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| Comfort systems |
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| 1st & 2nd floor |
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| Interior rendering |
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| North entrance |
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| Solar systems |
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| Exterior perspective |
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