Abstract
This paper explores the decisions made during the design and construction of an awardwinning Low Carbon House, and how these relate to ongoing in-situ monitoring of this home. Analysis of the design process uses the IDEF-0 modelling method, with the objective of investigating the factors that influence design decisions. The building is currently intensively monitored for thermal and moisture aspects. The house studied has been designed by the client/occupant. Important aspects considered within the design process were embodied energy and heating energy demands, which led to the use of local timber, straw bale, loose sheep's wool, lime renders and clay paints for the walls.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | PLEA 2008 - Towards Zero Energy Building |
| Subtitle of host publication | 25th PLEA International Conference on Passive and Low Energy Architecture, Conference Proceedings |
| Publisher | University College Dublin |
| ISBN (Print) | 9781905254347 |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Nov 2008 |
| Externally published | Yes |
| Event | 25th International Conference on Passive and Low Energy Architecture: Towards Zero Energy Building, PLEA 2008 - Dublin, Ireland Duration: 22 Oct 2008 → 24 Oct 2008 |
Publication series
| Name | PLEA 2008 - Towards Zero Energy Building: 25th PLEA International Conference on Passive and Low Energy Architecture, Conference Proceedings |
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Conference
| Conference | 25th International Conference on Passive and Low Energy Architecture: Towards Zero Energy Building, PLEA 2008 |
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| Country/Territory | Ireland |
| City | Dublin |
| Period | 22/10/08 → 24/10/08 |
UN SDGs
This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy -
SDG 13 Climate Action
Keywords
- Design decisions
- Eco House
- In-situ monitoring
- Moisture
- Process analysis
- Straw bale
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