Zero Energy House

The 90 sqm. 1 BHK house is an experiment to design a zero-energy house while still retaining its light weightiness for portability. The work was done as part of Advanced Architectural Studio 7. Based on the guidelines of Solar Decathlon Competition for a zero-energy house, the design incorporates various aspects of a passive house with 45 degrees orientation to North. Energy saving was calculated for photovoltaic system, solar hot water system and rainwater harvesting. With an open plan design, there is plenty of open space and vistas to the outdoor. The stand-alone louvers in the living area enable to open up space to the outdoors at the right measure and at the appropriate time of the day. With retractable shading in the outdoor area, the space can be used both in the summers and winters. The design is specific to the climate of Adelaide.

Plan oriented 45 degrees to north with L Shaped Planning for maximum sunlight in winters
Plan oriented 45 degrees to north with L Shaped Planning for maximum sunlight in winters
Section XX' (top) and Section YY' (Bottom)
Section XX' (top) and Section YY' (Bottom)
PV System - 1 Solar Panels 2 Charge Controller 3 Battery 4 Inverter 5 Main Panel 6 To Supply 
Reverse Heating and Cooling System- A Outdoor AC Unit B 15mm Copper Wire C  Ceiling Ac Unit
 Rainwater Harvesting- I Roof Gutter II 80mm PVC Down-pipes III Underground pipes IV 10000L x2 Slimline Water Tank 
Solar Hot water- W Evacuated Tube Solar Water Heater X Solar hot water tank Y Hot water tank Z To Supply
Electricity Calculation- All the appliances and lighting along with 5KWH per day for charging an automobile has been covered by the PV system with a few extra KWH produced per day. 
Water Consumption- With two slimline water tanks of 10000 liters each, the household can be independent of external water supply for 343 days in a year, with a modest usage of 200 liters per day considering the average rainfall of Adelaide.
Gutter Details
Gutter Details
Sectional Detail
Sectional Detail

Adjustable Louvres

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