The number one priority of the Solar Umbrella House, initially built for the principals, Angela Brooks and Lawrence Scarpa and their child, was sustainability. The goal of the construction of a passive solar house was to aid responsible living in the 21st century. Solar Umbrella House was inspired by an umbrella house designed by Paul Rudolph back in 1953. Little did they know … [Read more...] about Architects Practice Their Skill at Passive Solar House: Solar Umbrella House
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World’s Largest Solar Bridge Being Built in London
The historic Blackfriars Bridge in London England, the present version completed in 1869 and 923 feet long, is the new home of Blackfriars station and soon to sport the largest solar array in London with over 6 thousand square meters of PV Panels. The project being undertaken by London based SolarCentury was started in early October 2011 and when … [Read more...] about World’s Largest Solar Bridge Being Built in London
WaterPod, experimentation, art, living
Very interesting eco habitat project developed in New York city by designers, environmental organizations, architects and marine biologists designed to investigate designs revolving around rising tides. It was launched in 2009 and traveled the waterways of Manhattan Island, New York Harbour and other Hudson River ports. From the project: "Waterpod™ was a floating, … [Read more...] about WaterPod, experimentation, art, living
Solar Powered Landscape Lighting
Landscape lighting is a great way to highlight your home’s architecture and make pathways more visible. Porch lighting, outdoor sconces, outdoor chandeliers, landscape lighting, for the outdoors or an outdoor sheltered area home, can make a real difference in between a boring house and an exciting one! You can Beautify your porch or entry lighting, by adding your personal touch … [Read more...] about Solar Powered Landscape Lighting
Alternative Energy for the Home
The trend toward homes that are powered by alternative energy sources, ranging from solar cells to wind turbines to hydrogen fuel cells and biomass gases, is one that needs to continue into the 21st century and beyond. We have a pressing need to become more energy independent both in the home and our workplaces, and not having to rely on the supplying of fossil fuels from … [Read more...] about Alternative Energy for the Home