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London.
Site Plan.
Site
sections.
Floor
plans.
MODULES
Rainwater harvesting.
Rainwater downpipes will be built into the envelope of the
building and will not be visible from the communal gardens.
Connecting pipes will allow rainwater to be diverted into water
butts located in ground floor courtyards, relieving pressure on
the drainage system and allowing the use of collected rainwater
for watering plants , cleaning cars ,etc.
TIMBER SHINGLES
Timber has always been one of the natures more versatile,
adaptable and attractive material.
Natural attributes of cedar:
-even grain
-exceptional strength in proportion to weight
-low ratio of contraction and expansion
-high impermeability to liquids
-outstanding natural durability
-high thermal insulation properties
CONCLUSION
-The scheme is modestly scaled and highly contextual.
-The scheme achieves a high/medium density, providing
affordable large
family dwellings.
-It aims to do this while having very minimal impact on
adjacent owners and existing residents.
-The scheme provides a very high level of amenity space
for the benefit and pleasure of residents in the form of
both private outdoor space and communal gardens.