The Bale House

Solar power with mirrors?

Posted by techartist on October 10th, 2006

OK, I think we’re there with the design…..

Posted by techartist on October 5th, 2006

After more long conversations via email which I HOPE will get across the point that I don’t want embellishments, I think we’re there on a design. See the design on Oct 4.

I also got the bill…$4000 so far. *eeek*

Kristy

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We’re getting closer….

Posted by techartist on October 4th, 2006

It looks like we are getting closer. Yahoo. I spent some time making some sketches for Robert over the weekend and then faxed them to him. What he drew as a result is quite promising!

I can’t wait to see the next iteration.

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The design is way off-base

Posted by techartist on October 2nd, 2006

The latest design submitted by the architect is so off base that I spent most of the weekend fuming about it. I don’t understand the problem, honestly.

I think I was pretty clear on the design - but maybe I just needed to be clearer. We did send him a complete layout. *sheesh*
Immediately after receiving the new design, I called him and told him it was not what I wanted. He seems to pick up on obscure comments and then design around these obscure features. He mentioned maybe a hot tub would be nice and when I said yes it would be, went and designed for one. Well, that’s ok, but then when I said a 2 person tub wasn’t big enough, but if this was a problem, to forget about it. Then he designed a whole mid-level for the hottub! Plus, he told me he needed enough room so I could sleep outside - did I ever tell him it was a requirement for this?

I am pretty sure that I told him 2000 sq on day one, and he went and designed a 3300 sq foot house. Why not tell me in the beginning if this is a problem. Maybe I can’t do the house - don’t ya think I should know that from day one?

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What makes a product green?

Posted by techartist on September 28th, 2006

What Makes a Product Green?
Environmental Building News January 2000

http://www.buildinggreen.com

Summary of Product Standards for GreenSpec

1. Products Made with Salvaged, Recycled, or Agricultural Waste Content

1a. Salvaged products
1b. Products with post-consumer recycled content
1c. Products with pre-consumer recycled content
1d. Products made with agricultural waste material

2. Products That Conserve Natural Resources

2a. Products that reduce material use
2b. Products with exceptional durability or low maintenance requirements
2c. Certified wood products
2d. Rapidly renewable products

3. Products That Avoid Toxic or Other Emissions

3a. Natural or minimally processed products
3b. Alternatives to ozone-depleting substances
3c. Alternatives to hazardous products
3d. Products that reduce or eliminate pesticide treatments
3e. Products that reduce stormwater pollution 3f.
Products that reduce impacts from construction or demolition activities
3g. Products that reduce pollution or waste from operations

4. Products That Save Energy or Water

4a. Building components that reduce heating and cooling loads
4b. Equipment that conserves energy and manages loads
4c. Renewable energy and fuel cell equipment
4d. Fixtures and equipment that conserve water

5. Products That Contribute to a Safe, Healthy Built Environment

5a. Products that do not release significant pollutants into the building
5b. Products that block the introduction, development, or spread of indoor contaminants
5c. Products that remove indoor pollutants
5d. Products that warn occupants of health hazards in the building
5e. Products that improve light quality
5f. Products that help noise control
5g. Products that enhance community well-being

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Keeping the house small
Posted by techartist on September 27th, 2006

Got another call from the architect - he is having difficulty keeping the square footage down. We’re at 2000 ft living space plus the garage. I told him not to worry about it, do the best he can.

I am anxious to see the next go round for design!

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A new place to buy materials
Posted by techartist on September 25th, 2006

Great place to find used and surplus stuff for home building!

Habitat for Humanity Restores Shops

Part of green building is recycling and while some of these used products aren’t green, at least I’m not creating more garbage, I’m preventing these things from going in the trash.

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It’s time to pick out a solar well pump
Posted by techartist on September 25th, 2006

Here is a good link:

Solar Pump Guide

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Solar air conditioning?? It’s here.
Posted by techartist on September 23rd, 2006

This is a very cool product - I think I’m in.

http://www.solcool.net/pdf_files/sc_pricelist_3_30_06.pdf

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The Trouble with Stairs
Posted by techartist on September 21st, 2006

Still going round and round with the stairs. Apprently they take up lots of room and also are a pain to put in. Currently, Robert has them going partly outside. Not happy with this. I really don’t want to go outside to go downstairs. I’ve got a picture posted though. Check it out.

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Solar power with mirrors?

OK, I think we’re there with the design…..

We’re getting closer….

The design is way off-base

What makes a product green?

1. Products Made with Salvaged, Recycled, or Agricultural Waste Content

2. Products That Conserve Natural Resources

3. Products That Avoid Toxic or Other Emissions

4. Products That Save Energy or Water

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