Current Design: 16'x22' - 2
Image by calebjc
See Article:
www.calebclark.org/?p=1928";
CLog (Construction Log)
Goals
1. Super-insulated, passive solar
2. Under ,000.00.
3. 15% yearly ROI. After expenses, vacancies, and increased taxes.
About
My wife and I have dreamed of having second unit to rent since we got together in 2008. We like the potential return on investment to cushion a loss of a job, and ability to use it as a guest house, or granny flat in good times. In November of 2010 we go married and bought a house in a residential neighborhood 1/2 mile from downtown, Brattleboro, Vermont (200 miles North of NYC). It had an old two car garage. Thus our journey began!
We are not carpenters, nor will we be quitting our day jobs. We are both teachers with modest non-profit salaries, but flexible schedules when needed. We will act as the General Contractor and do all we have time/skill for on weekends and after work. My work at a local college in educational technology allows me to practice using tools like this WordPress blog, Sketchup and Google Apps because I also teach that technology.
Current Design: 16'x22' - 1
Image by calebjc
See Article:
www.calebclark.org/?p=1928";
CLog (Construction Log)
Goals
1. Super-insulated, passive solar
2. Under ,000.00.
3. 15% yearly ROI. After expenses, vacancies, and increased taxes.
About
My wife and I have dreamed of having second unit to rent since we got together in 2008. We like the potential return on investment to cushion a loss of a job, and ability to use it as a guest house, or granny flat in good times. In November of 2010 we go married and bought a house in a residential neighborhood 1/2 mile from downtown, Brattleboro, Vermont (200 miles North of NYC). It had an old two car garage. Thus our journey began!
We are not carpenters, nor will we be quitting our day jobs. We are both teachers with modest non-profit salaries, but flexible schedules when needed. We will act as the General Contractor and do all we have time/skill for on weekends and after work. My work at a local college in educational technology allows me to practice using tools like this WordPress blog, Sketchup and Google Apps because I also teach that technology.
Current Design: 16'x22' - 3
Image by calebjc
See Article:
www.calebclark.org/?p=1928";
CLog (Construction Log)
Goals
1. Super-insulated, passive solar
2. Under ,000.00.
3. 15% yearly ROI. After expenses, vacancies, and increased taxes.
About
My wife and I have dreamed of having second unit to rent since we got together in 2008. We like the potential return on investment to cushion a loss of a job, and ability to use it as a guest house, or granny flat in good times. In November of 2010 we go married and bought a house in a residential neighborhood 1/2 mile from downtown, Brattleboro, Vermont (200 miles North of NYC). It had an old two car garage. Thus our journey began!
We are not carpenters, nor will we be quitting our day jobs. We are both teachers with modest non-profit salaries, but flexible schedules when needed. We will act as the General Contractor and do all we have time/skill for on weekends and after work. My work at a local college in educational technology allows me to practice using tools like this WordPress blog, Sketchup and Google Apps because I also teach that technology.
Early design back yard corner
Image by calebjc
See Article:
www.calebclark.org/?p=1928";
CLog (Construction Log)
Goals
1. Super-insulated, passive solar
2. Under ,000.00.
3. 15% yearly ROI. After expenses, vacancies, and increased taxes.
About
My wife and I have dreamed of having second unit to rent since we got together in 2008. We like the potential return on investment to cushion a loss of a job, and ability to use it as a guest house, or granny flat in good times. In November of 2010 we go married and bought a house in a residential neighborhood 1/2 mile from downtown, Brattleboro, Vermont (200 miles North of NYC). It had an old two car garage. Thus our journey began!
We are not carpenters, nor will we be quitting our day jobs. We are both teachers with modest non-profit salaries, but flexible schedules when needed. We will act as the General Contractor and do all we have time/skill for on weekends and after work. My work at a local college in educational technology allows me to practice using tools like this WordPress blog, Sketchup and Google Apps because I also teach that technology.
LOW3 - Politecnica de Cataluna
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Concept
The objective of the LOW3 energetically self-sufficient solar house goes beyond its energy independent operation. Based on a comprehensive life cycle analysis of materials and components, an optimization of its construction process and a concept of adaptability according to use (expansion, technological upgrading, reuse, and recycle) will create a new concept for the future of sustainable housing.
This new concept will also result in a higher urban density, with an obvious commitment to the conscientious use of land in the development of our cities.
A low energy consumption bioclimatic system connects the low environmental impact of the building during its life cycle with the low-cost constructive and technological solutions, which is capable of being perfected throughout its life span.
LOW Energy
Passive solar architecture with bioclimatic optimization minimizes the energy demand of the LOW3 house. This proposal incorporates an innovative exploration of the habitability of the middle spaces. The photovoltaic technology integrated into the building, together with the solar thermal systems, create an energetically self-sufficient house.
LOW Impact
Environmental impact is minimized both in construction and in operation through the use of sustainable materials and energy efficient materials. The objective is to cut down on the materials and water use as much as possible. The house depends on low-tech technologies, including the use of local and renewable materials, as well as simple and efficient construction systems.
LOW Cost
The modular and prefabricated building systems are flexible and provide the project with great versatility throughout its life cycle. The ease with which the modules can be transformed, expanded and reorganized, enables the inhabitants to change the house according to their needs, thereby creating a perfectible housing system.
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