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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Project GreenHome – Beyond Platinum LEED
Started in 2009 and completed in late 2011, Project Green Home is a Palo Alto, California project initiated by the Thesen family, in partnership with Arkin Tilt Architects to create a low-impact, “Zero-Net Energy” home. Graduate students from both Stanford and Berkely were enlisted to help in the design of a home that would produce as much energy as it consumed, balancing … [Read more...] about Project GreenHome – Beyond Platinum LEED
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
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