I designed this house for my additional side lot to experiment with and showcase a way of building with precision planning and execution.
This 3D model is in the process of being resolved which not only would provide clients with visualization of their projects prior to a finalized design, it also requires the design team to fully optimize the structural engineering, eliminate mechanical errors and other element or spatial conflicts.
With high performance computers and BIM software the design can be optimized and truly worked out in a timeless manner. Since everything remains adjustable until the whole design becomes coherent. This extra effort not only is time consuming, it also is a very chaotic process at times.
The integrated design process allows for ductwork and plumbing systems to be designed inside of the floor trusses which would be prefabricated the same way roofs often are. This design allowed for both supply and return lines to reach each room. Benefitting air quality, comfort and reducing energy consumption.
This projects siding is 12" O.C. standing seam which would be mechanically seamed. While this ensures some flexibility, the framing layout has been optimized for the siding. Including all wall penetrations and corners, there are only two 13" cheater panels and none are ripped.
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Behind this cladding is 2" Rockwool comfortboard 80 with 3/4" furring to attach the cladding. This provides additional insulation and also is a ventilated cavity which allows for moisture to escape from the top of the wall utilizing natural convection which prevents sheathing rot, unlike rigid foam.