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Design Project 1 | Prototype Work In Progress
Design Project 1 | Prototype Work In Progress
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Design Project 1 | Prototype Work In Progress

Link to Student
Jayasuria, Alexander
Journal Entry For
Project 1 - Prototyping Plan
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HAVEN: The Living, Breathing, Biophilic Building.

1. Live Smarter

2. Live Cleaner

3. Live Healthier

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Energy Systems

  • Powered by Solar Energy from the roof and windows.
  • Democratised energy system, using blockchain.
  • Peer-2-Peer Trading among tenants.
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Powerledger
uGrid

uGrid enables energy tracking and trading within embedded networks & microgrids. It can be used in shopping centers, apartment complexes, office buildings and retirement villages with individual or co-owned energy assets.

www.powerledger.io

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Cooling Systems

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Centralised Cooling System (CCS)
  • works by pumping chilled water from a centralised chiller
  • More energy efficient and lower cost than traditional AC
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Biophilic Framework

  • Nature-centric construction
  • Residents will better connect with nature, reaping its physical and mental benefits
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    World Economic Forum Green Wellness
    World Economic Forum on LinkedIn: #sdg3 #sdg15 #trilliontrees | 18 comments

    People who spend 2 hours a week in nature report higher levels of health and well-being. Do you have an innovative solution for how forests can make us… | 18 comments on LinkedIn

    www.linkedin.com

    World Economic Forum on LinkedIn: #sdg3 #sdg15 #trilliontrees | 18 comments
  • Built to incorporate:
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    Flora & Fauna
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    Outdoor Comfort
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    Water Bodies
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    Biophilic town framework.pdf2768.9KB
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Centralised Waste System

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(PWCS) Pneumatic Waste Conveyance System
  • Uses a tube system, and high-speed air to transport household waste through chutes.
  • Transported to a centralised waste centre.
  • Automated, eliminating the need for trucks and manual collection.
    • reducing odour, spillage, pest infestation
  • Technology will also double as an automated composting system for tenants
    • to be used for shared vegetable gardens throughout the building
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EV Ready

  • Solar Car Ports
    • Each individual car park slot is an EV charging point powered directly by its own solar energy.
    • to further encourage the adoption of EVs
What Is A Solar Car Port And How Much Does It Cost?

Get expert advice on improvements to your home, including design tips, how much you'd expect to pay for a pro and what to ask when hiring experts.

www.forbes.com

What Is A Solar Car Port And How Much Does It Cost?
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