MAKE ITREDEVELOPMENT FOR THE LOWER 9TH WARD RIGHT

NEW ORLEANS, LOU IS IANA

b i l l e s a r c h i t e c t u r eFLOOR PLANS SCALE 1/8” = 1’0”

3 BEDROOM: 1250 SQUARE FEET

1. covered porch2. l iving/dining room3. kitchen4. bathroom

5. uti l ity room6. bedroom7. attic

1. cistern2. l iving/dining room3. kitchen4. bathroom

5. uti l ity room6. bedroom7. attic

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IDENTIFIABLE VERNACULAR

The form of the building is a response to the New Orleans area climate while respecting local culture and architectural traditions. The design utilizes natural ventilation, controlled day-lighting, high ceilings with fans, shading devices, and thermal mass in the same manner as traditional New Orleans architecture. These building concepts work together to provide a comfortable environment for the homeowners while reducing reliance on mechanical air conditioning and energy consumption. The floor plan is based on a modified ‘shotgun’ with a linear transition of spaces from outdoor to indoor and public to private while being adapted to modern living with a hallway. A generous front stoop and porch is a key element in the re-establishment of the vitality of the community.

SUSTAINABLE DESIGN

The building seeks to be a model for sustainable living by incorporating solar panels, plumbing and air conditioning systems that reduce water and power usage, a cistern that collects rainwater from the roof for non-drinking water use, and permeable paving to reduce storm water run-off. Additionally, building products were chosen that are locally available, non-toxic, contain recycled content, and are produced by environmentally responsible manufacturing processes.

REBUILD SMART

The design promotes long-lasting value to the homeowner by incorporating materials and systems that are durable, low-maintenance, and contribute to lowering utility bills. The design also features common construction techniques making it affordable and allowing it to be built with local resources. The structure includes provisions to handle local weather events by being raised five feet above the ground, the incorporation of impact resistant windows, and the design of an attic for storage and emergency refuge with an elevated means of escape.

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(13’-6”x9’-3”) (12’x9’-3”)

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(26’x15’-5”)

roof overhang

property line setbacks

optional handicap lift

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(9’-6”x11’) (11’x11’)

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(27’x15’-5”)

roof overhang

property line setbacks

optional handicap lift

2 BEDROOM: 1000 SQUARE FEET (MASTER BEDROOM SUITE OPTION AVAILABLE)

SOUTH ELEVATION

B-B

A-A

C-C

BULDING SECTIONS SCALE 1/8” = 1’0”

EAST ELEVATION

BULDING ELEVATIONS SCALE 1/8” = 1’0”

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WOOD FRAMING

POSSIBLE SOLAR PANEL LOCATION

THERMAL MASS WALL SYSTEM AND WOOD FRAMED ROOF

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ACCESS HATCH

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HIGHLY ENERGY EFFICIENT MECHANICAL SYSTEM COUPLED WITH NATURAL VENTILATION STRATEGIES

WELL INSULATED AND SEALED ENVELOPE OPTIMIZES MECHANICAL SYSTEM USAGE FOR ENERGY CONSERVATION

RAINWATER CISTERN STORES WATER COLLECTED FROM ROOF FOR NON-POTABLE USES

LOW WATER USE PLUMBING FIXTURES

ENERGY STAR RATED APPLIANCES

DURABLE MATERIALS WITHSTAND CLIMATIC CONDITIONS FOR LOW-MAINTENANCE, LONG-LASTING VALUE

MATERIALS CHOSEN THAT ARE NOT DETRIMENTAL TO HEALTH; WASTE REDUCED THROUGH EFFICIENT USE OF LOCALLY SOURCED MATERIALS WITH RECYCLED CONTENT

SOLAR POWERED HOT WATER HEATER (POTABLE WATER)

SOUTH-FACING PHOTO VOLTAIC PANELS ON ROOF FOR NET METERINGRECYCLING AND COMPOSITING CENTER

NATURAL DAYLIGHTING REDUCES RELIANCE ON ELECTRIC LIGHTING

DEEP OVERHANGS REDUCE HEAT GAIN AND PROVIDE SHELTERED OUTDOOR SPACES

CLIMATICALLY APPROPRIATE LANDSCAPING REQUIRES LESS MAINTENANCE AND CONTRIBUTES TO PASSIVE CLIMATE CONTROL STRATEGIES

PERMEABLE PAVING SURFACES FOR STORMWATER MANAGEMENT

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA

b i l l e s a r c h i t e c t u r e

Double Hung Windows:Allow cool air to enter from below.

Stack-Ventilation:High ceilings and operable awningclerestories allow hot air to rise andvent to exterior.

Raised Structure:Allow air to circulate under the building

Daylighting:North facing windows allow abundantindorect daylight while limiting heat gain.

Ceiling Fans:Circulate air flow

Thermal Mass Wall and Roof System:Highly insulated wall and roof facing South blocks sun from directly heating interior spaces.

SOUTH NORTH

Limited Number of South Facing Aperatures:Louvered shutters limit amount of solar heatgain and allow for cross ventilation.

Cross-Ventilation:Longitudinal hallway pullseast-west breezes through house.

SUMMER

SOUTH NORTH

Thermal Mass Wall and Roof System:Material's thickness absorbs sun's heatduring the day and releases it during thecooler night.

Ceiling Fans:Pushes warm air down.

Double Hung Windows:Double pane, Low-E compositionsprovides thermal insulation.

North Facing Awning Clerestories:Closed position prohibits warm airfrom escaping while allowing daylightto penetrate deeply into space.

WINTER

SUSTAINABLE ELEMENTS

private

public

outdoor living

utility wall(efficiency = cost savings)

outdoor living(fosters sense of community)

MODIFIED SHOTGUN:linear progression of spaces adapted to modern living with hallway

HATCH: elevated means of escapeATTIC: storage and emergency refuge

STRUCTURE: designed to withstand 130mph wind zone

FLOOD PREVENTION: house raised 5 feetwater/vapor barrier on underside of floorpaperless drywall for lower portions

NORTH ELEVATION WEST ELEVATION