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 DIY (smart, energy efficient) house building, another house from scratch. DIY style.

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meteoraniac
post May 5 2014, 02:21 PM

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QUOTE(paskal @ May 5 2014, 01:27 PM)
there's quite a number of arrangement that we could make to integrate the view, wind direction and sunshine.
the only thing that have to be fixed is the car porch which should be facing the entrance.
office. as land code is different from state to state. then check with your local council because they're the one you're gonna be submitting the plans to.
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It seems like the wind are directed to the walls. Have you considered positioning the house in a way where the wind directly flows into the living room/open deck, through the house for an unobstructed open ventilation? Most traditional kampung houses are designed in this way, which is why it's always feel more cooling in kampung house.

Just to share, I'm modelling this house for my upcoming construction (not my pics*).

good luck in your construction.


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post May 6 2014, 01:57 PM

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QUOTE(paskal @ May 6 2014, 12:20 PM)
thanks for the suggestion. we indeed have positioned the layout so that the wind is directed into the house, tho not following the one in your picture.
reason being, the wind do get quite violent at times, so arranging large glass panels directly opposing them is avoided in my design.

the side of the house facing the wind direction are filled with bedrooms. nice view from the bedroom, smaller glass panels facing the wind and hidden from the entrance/service road.

you're considering that much glass panel to your design? it's gonna be hard to secure from break-ins with that much unprotected glass. and adding iron grille to it would just be too ugly.
what's your idea on this issue?
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yea, we prefer natural lighting and a bit more breeze, so we have to compromise that for higher budget on security systems

we allocate this budget on slightly better aluminium doors/windows with security tinted glass and a better lock mechanism and hinges. grilles are not our cup of tea too due to aesthetic reasons and also it doesn't 100% deter would be burglars breaking in, more to delaying their time.

our planned security system would have these layers:

layer 1. perimeter guard
layer 2. secure windows/door
layer 3. vibration/motion sensors

perimeter guard:
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