This is a model I am working on for the very hot climate in Portugal. This model is a biotecture plan and not a design plan. The colours and layout of furniture are examples. The roof will be a simple sloped structure, but the material will differ from that shown in this model.
A followup video will explain how this earthship is designed to perform in very hot climates in Portugal where the summer sun can reach over 45 degrees celsius. The building faces South, with the hottest west side bermed with soil and grass to protect it from long summer days.
The shapes and structure of this Earthship model all serve functions. These may relate to structural strength, or performance. Performance is critical in this building, especially to keep cool. You will see long silver pipes in the walls. These are cooling tubes and allow the air to cool down naturally as it passes through them. The house vents mainly from the greenhouse skylights. If the sliding french doors are opened in the lounge, this will allow hot air to quickly pass out of the house and then sucking in fresh cool air.
I hope you enjoy this dynamic eye candy! Let me know if you would like to live in this home?! This design is one that I hope to build and then improve and share with others that come to the area. It is possible to make this design smaller or bigger depending on personal needs.
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