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Svitol Naos

Ecotecture | What is Ecotecture? Journal of ecological design - 3 views

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ecological design

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  • What is Ecotecture? Ecotecture is the art and science of designing human systems that are integrated, functionally and aesthetically, with natural ecosystems
  • While this chapter focuses on human habitation systems- dwellings, communities, and cities- the design principles learned by studying ecosystems can also be applied to transportation, industrial, communication, and even economic and social systems.
  • The word "ecotecture" is a combination of the words "ecology," meaning the totality or pattern of relations between living organisms and their environment, and "architecture,"
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  • Only extreme climatic changes or other extraordinary conditions cause a large, stabilized ecosystem
  • the way nature "designs" its systems is that natural ecosystems are our best models of sustainability. Using only the sun's energy and a handful of simple chemicals as building blocks, life has found the means to sustain itself, by organizing into ecosystems, on all but the most inhospitable portions of the planet. Large scale ecosystem can remain stable, that is, sustain themselves in a state of dynamic equilibrium, for tens of thousands of year
  • defines as the art and science of building.
  • No matter how well established an ecosystem is, its organisms can tolerate only a certain amount of change.
  • If a major ecosystem is destroyed by events on a regional or planetary scale its territory is normally occupied by new organisms
  • The basic functional relationships between the three groups of organisms which comprise any ecosystem- producers, consumers and decomposers- have existed everywhere on the planet and throughout the history of life
  • While the structure of ecosystems has provided stability, the capacity to evolve has enabled life to meet the ongoing challenges of changing conditions.
  • to break down to the extent that most or all of its plants, animals, and microorganisms disappear and the system cannot repair or regenerate itself.
  • By contrast to natural systems, human systems have rarely been sustainable. Nor have they had to.
  • During most of humanity's tenancy on earth
  • resources and space aplenty have been readily available
  • The earth's riches, relative to humanity's population and expectations, were more than sufficient to provide not only for our survival but, as we have become increasingly efficient at manipulating nature and extracting her resources, for the doubling and redoubling of our population to the point where we have occupied the entire planet and become its dominant consumer.
  • In almost every instance, the means which humans have thus far devised to provide their food, clothing, shelter, transportation, and luxuries are dependent on a one-way flow of energy, materials, and living substance from nature toward human society. Today, most of the materials which humans do return to nature are true waste, in the sense that they are either so degraded or concentrated that they are toxic or that they will not biodegrade in a reasonable length of time and simply pile up, hoarding their stored energy rather than releasing it back into the environment for reuse
  • Nature, as we shall see, has evolved a much more sustainable survival strategy of balancing its production and consumption by recirculating resources within local ecosystems and throughout the biosphere, or global ecosystem
  • Although the human strategy of providing for ourselves at the expense of the planet's well being has generally worked until now, it is clear that our ecological bank
  • It is said that we have been living on the non renewable principle of nature's savings account- guzzling oil, destroying forests, soils, and oceans- rather than the renewable interest of biofuels and sustainable forestry, fisheries and agriculture
  • As human and natural systems co-evolve toward full integration, the artificial, perceptual distinction which has separated the two will fade, and the recognition will grow that there is in fact but one planetary ecosystem which includes humans among its many interrelating and cooperating species.
  • The vision of ecotecture- a world in which humans dwell in sustainable harmony with nature- and the general approach
  • Svitol Naos on 08 May 12
     
    Some information regarding EcoTecture!
  • cosimogirolamo on 09 May 12
  • Svitol Naos on 09 May 12
     
    Thx! Cosmico!!! :D :D
danielmastro

Roofs, floors, walls and windows / In your home / Home (United Kingdom) - Energy Saving... - 2 views

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floors walls windows

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  • The better insulated your home is, the less money you'll spend heating it. Find out
  • more about different types of insulation, including draught-proofing, double glazing, and insulation for lofts and walls. 
  • Loft insulation is effective for at least 40 years, and it will pay for itself over and over again in that time - in an uninsulated home a quarter of your heat is lost through the roof. Save that waste and reduce your heating bills now!
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  • Not sure what kind of walls you have or the best way to insulate them? Here's how to work it ou
  • Cavity wall insulation is so cost effective that it will pay for itself over and over again. A third of all the heat lost in an uninsulated home goes through the walls - insulating your cavity walls can save you up to £135 a year on your fuel bills.
  • Insulating your solid walls could cut your heating costs considerably, because they let through up to twice as much heat as cavity walls. They can be insulated from the inside or the outside.
  • nsulating under the floorboards on your ground floor will save you around £60 a year, and you can seal the gaps between floors and skirting boards to reduce draughts too.
  • Draught-proofing is often overlooked - but it’s one of the cheapest and most efficient ways to save energy (and money!) in any type of building. 
  • Energy-efficient glazing – double glazing, triple glazing or secondary glazing – keeps your home warmer and quieter as well as reducing your energy bills.
  • danielmastro on 09 May 12
     
    Descriptions of Insulating home
Svitol Naos

Cornell Ecotecture Web Center - External Considerations - 1 views

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Building Ecosystem

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  • The building must be thought of as a part of the ecosystem in which it is to be built.  Design decisions must take into account the characteristics and needs of each component of this ecosystem and must not compromise the delicate balance of soil, air, water, vegetation, and animal life. 
  • One important factor that must be taken into consideration is the climate of the region.  This factor has implications for site orientation, passive solar heating, building insulation, glazing, lighting
  • and indoor air quality.
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  • Decisions about the size and footprint of the building, the provision and location of the parking lot, and placement and composition of access roads should strive to minimize any further clearing of the surrounding vegetation.  The emission of harmful substances into the environment, both during and after construction, will also have deleterious effects on the landscape and wildlife, and must be considered during all phases of the project.
  • Svitol Naos on 08 May 12
     
    considerations on how to build an ecological buildings
Gegè 93

About kinepolis - 3 views

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kinepolis Concept Forming 3D cinema

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  • About kinepolis
  • Kinepolis is a source of relaxation and contemporary entertainment for all age groups through its network of movie theatres.The Kinepolis concept is characterised by a constant drive to innovate and focus on customers. In terms of technology, in past years this has resulted in the digitisation of the motion picture medium and the development of 3D cinema. In terms of content, Kinepolis now programmes an original mix of traditional movies and sports, cultural and social events Since forming in 1997 and the initial public offering in 1998, Kinepolis has grown into market leader in Belgium and trendsetter in Europe.Kinepolis runs 23 multiplex cinemas in Belgium, France,Spain, Poland and Switzerland. Kinepolis employs 1880 people and welcomed 21,3 million paying customers in 2011. Revenue in 2011 was € 253.7m. In this part of the website, you can find more information regarding Kinepolis Group. We invite you to choose between the topics presented in the left navigation. Our corporate brochure can be downloaded here.
  • brochure
  • Gegè 93 on 09 May 12
     
    Characteristic  and Development of kinepolis
Svitol Naos

Plumbing - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia - 0 views

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Plumbing system

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  • Plumbing originated during the ancient civilizations such as the Greek, Roman, Persian, Indian, and Chinese civilizations as they developed public baths and needed to provide potable water, and drainage of wastes
  • Most large cities today pipe solid wastes to treatment plants in order to separate and partly purify the water before emptying into streams or other bodies of water
  • Plumbing is the system of pipes and drains installed in a building for the distribution of potable drinking water and the removal of waterborne wastes, and the skilled trade of working with pipes, tubing and plumbing fixtures in such systems
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  • Plumbing is usually distinguished from water supply and sewage systems
  • Water systems of ancient times relied on gravity for the supply of water, using pipes or channels usually made of clay, lead
  • Present-day water-supply systems use a network of high-pressure pumps, and pipe
  • Svitol Naos on 05 Mar 12
     
    how is formed Plumbing System
cosimogirolamo

Reataing wall time lapse construction - 0 views

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wall retaining drainage Windsor Block fire Stone Earth Blend

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  • cosimogirolamo on 19 Apr 12
     
    This difficult project located in Windham was quite a job. Interstate Landscape started with the removal of an old deteriorating timber wall. The homeowner wanted to create more living space in their back yard so after the wall was removed we excavated back 8ft of the hillside and removed about 120 yards of fill. When we were excavating we ran into three large patches of ledge that had to be removed. We then jack hammered and removed the ledge making way for the preparation of the base of the new wall. Once the base was completed, construction of the segmental retaining wall began. In total 400 face feet of three and six inch Highland Stone Earth Blend was used to construct the wall. After the wall was completed, base prep and installation of 800 square feet of Genest Baxter and Acadia stone pavers were used to construct two patios and connecting walkways. A Genest Windsor Block fire pit with metal liner was also constructed in one of the patios. The patio and walkway areas were lined with 400 lineal feet of Rinox Belmont Border. To top the project off 900 square feet of sod from Tuckahoe Turf was installed. This was a tough and challenging job but we feel the end result looks great!
marco cigliola

The station - 0 views

The station has been considered one of the most important urban buildings, no expense 'spared to decorate these buildings. With the arrival of the machines but'there' was a decline in rail stations...

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gianluca ancona

The environment and the Amish community - 2 views

The Amish live as peasants and artisans in campaigns that jealously keep free from the intrusions of civilization that might compromise their guiding principles. This generates a sort of combinat...

electric and alternative energy

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Svitol Naos

water supply system -- Britannica Online Encyclopedia - 1 views

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water supply online encyclopedia

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  • water supply system
  • transmission, treatment, storage, and distribution of water for homes,
  • . Among the most notable of ancient water-conveyance systems are the aqueducts built between 312 bce and 455 ce
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  • activities
  • Water supply systems must also meet requirements for public
  • The need to channel water supplies from distant sources was an outcome of the growth of urban communities
  • Water was an important factor in the location of the earliest settled communities, and the evolution of public water supply systems is tied directly to the growth of cities.
  • In the development of water resources beyond their natural condition in rivers, lakes, and springs, the digging of shallow wells was probably the earliest innovation. As the need for water increased and tools were developed
  • Developments in supply systems
  • Of all municipal services, provision of potable water is perhaps the most vital
  • water supply system
  • water supply system
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    Water supply system!
Svitol Naos

Ecotecture - Sustainable Architecture & Design - Ecotecture - :: News and Projects from... - 2 views

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sustainable architecture

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  • Ecotecture has been making its name in award-winning ecological building since 1992. It designs
  • innovative and sustainable buildings in all sections of the built environment - from domestic extensions to larger, energy efficient commercial and community projects. Ecotecture is passionate about using creative design to lift and inspire people to live more sustainable lives whilst striving for technical excellence in construction
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    Some Projects of Ecological Architecture
  • cosimogirolamo on 09 May 12
     
    nice link vito, very exhaustive
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    ehehehe the power of Svitol!! :P
Lorenzo Palmisani

urban design - 4 views

The beginnings of modern urban design in Europe are indeed associated with the Renaissance but, especially, with the Age of Enlightenment.Modern urban design can be considered as part of the wider ...

Renaissance Urban design

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beppe conve

Alternative Energy Sources Advantages & Disadvantages - 0 views

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    Welcome to an information website discussing the advantages and disadvantages of many of the world's alternative energies. The major sources of alternative energy are discussed here are solar, wind, geothermal and other energies, each of them having their own advantages and disadvantages, including political, economical and practical issues.
Svitol Naos

Home Tips : Drain, Waste & Vent Plumbing Systems - 1 views

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drain plumbing systems

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  • The system of pipes that carries water and waste to a sewer line or septic tank is call the drain-waste-vent
  • system
  • As the name implies, it has three components: Drain lines collect water from sinks, showers, and tubs; waste lines carry waste from toilets
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  • All drain and waste lines slope slightly dow
  • nward from the fixture toward the sewer or septic system. Water and wastes are carried by gravity.
  • All waste lines should have cleanouts at easily accessible locations
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    The Drain, Waste Plumbing System!!
Svitol Naos

Cornell Ecotecture Web Center - Environmental Impact - 0 views

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environmental impact

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  • Ecosystems (Water, Air & Soil)-  All site and building materials should be tested for levels of toxicity before installation.  Preserve existing surrounding environment. The site should have clean, uncontaminated water, air and soil.  Avoid construction in low-lying flood plain areas or on unstable soils, taking protective measures to address adjacent water ecosystems and habitats.
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    effects on the ecosystem
Svitol Naos

Typical home plumbing systems - How they work - Kudzu.com - 0 views

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Water Supply - Plumbing Fixtures Drainage.

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  • Water Supply
  • Drainage
  • On a basic level, plumbing works with the forces of pressure and gravity. Pressure brings water into your home, the water is used, and then gravity sends the wastewater back out of your home. If you really want to understand how it works, you should learn about the supply, fixtures, and drainage of your home plumbing system.
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  • Plumbing Fixtures
  • Svitol Naos on 28 Feb 12
     
    general knowledge on how to constitute a system of pipes
valeriosemeraro

Sharp Unveils See-Through Transparent Solar Panels Perfect For Balconies And Windows! |... - 0 views

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eco architecture energy

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    beautiful pictures
gianni gianni

Wave Power - Energy from ocean surface waves - 0 views

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wave power

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  • gianni gianni on 25 Jan 13
     
    This is one of the many methods by which man draws energy, and it is really swell.
cosimogirolamo

street and garden furniture - 2 views

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furniture street park design garden

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  • cosimogirolamo on 09 May 12
     
    Aspects of the coastal location along with functional considerations became the key elements used to develop the Mollymook designs. Combining laser-cut steel with shaped hardwood timber elements the furniture suite includes platform bench seats, table settings and bin enclosures. ↑ Street & Garden Furniture Co.
Gegè 93

Kinepolis - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia - 2 views

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kinepolis wikipedia

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  • The Kinepolis Group is a Belgian chain of movie theatres conceived in 1997 which consist of 23 Cinema complexes in Europe, representing a total of 317 theatres. They received about 22 million visitors in 2008. Kinepolis is listed on the Brussels stock exchange. The first megaplex cinema in the world is generally considered to be[by whom?] Kinepolis Brussels located near the Atomium in Brussels, Belgium, which opened in 1988 with 25 screens. Previously it was owned and run by two families named Bert and Claeys. Recently the latter have withdrawn from the company, leaving Joost Bert as co-CEO, together with Eddy Duquenne (eaqually co-CE0). This change was in effect from Jan 1st, 2008.
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    description in wiki
Sabrina Leone

Quantity surveyor - 0 views

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quantity surveyor surveying

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    Definition of and more about quantity surveyor. Very interesting external links of related international institutes.
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