Energy Focused Architectural Design

When a client visits an architect they should present an outline of the builing they wish see on print. Often people will have features and room sizes in mind but there is also a lot more to think about if you want the architect to design a building that is functional, beautiful and cost effective to inhabit.

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Rainwater Harvesting

Why harvest rainwater? ……………. Do we not have enough?

Definition of rainwater harvesting: The process of gathering rainwater to store and re-use.

Advantages

  • very environmentally friendly option
  • rainwater is better for water heating appliances
  • better for cleaning cars and watering gardens
  • more cost effective for toilet flushing
  • future proof against years of water rates*

The Irish people in the past collected rainwater in barrels at the bottom of their drain pipes. This water was then used for washing clothes, cleaning and in other household roles.

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