Summer Studio

Picture of the Day] Some buildings from my studio research

Mood] Bogged down already

Weather] Sunny, 83, feels like 87

Currently] In the basement

Quote of the Day] "Don't part with your illusions. When they are gone you may still exist, but you have ceased to live."

So first off, yay, air conditioning!! I finally have some! Hooray! Now then, the apartment is beginning to cool down, though my room is still a little stuffy. It's better than before though, so woo. As for homework, studio has already got me working hard. This studio is focusing on how to create vertical and horizontal structures that are energy efficient/sustainable. We are in the research phase, so right now we are studying a ton of different precedents and are beginning to get an idea of what kind of technology can be used - photovoltaic, tons of different wind turbines, passive solar systems, etc...

Some of the interesting buildings try and combine a number of options to become totally self-sufficient. It is definitely possible, but a bit difficult. Also a lot of people think that the aesthetic of the building is forfeited. I think there are ways to make a building look and act dynamic. Besides, I think that peoples' taste are changing, especially if it means keeping the planet healthy to live on for generations to come. I think sustainability actions are all about habit. If we make it a habit and an expectation, then we can make it something that is inherent for future generations. It's kinda like organic food, which makes things difficult because the system is circular. If you want organic food, then you have to buy it, but it's expensive, so you don't, but if you don't buy it, then the price will never go down. We'll figure it out in the end...

Research away!
~Jaye