This is the final design of my Thesis for a Master of Science in Sustainable Design, completed in the Summer semester of 2019. A research paper was completed over the course of the Spring and Summer semesters of 2019, along with the design aspect of the project. Here is the conceptual visual representation of the project, along with some graphics that represent the calculations for energy reduction, water usage, and rain water collection. The thesis topic is: The Design of an Historic Multifamily Passive House Renovation in Park Slope, Brooklyn, NY. The selected site is a 131 year old residential building in the Historic District of Park Slope. The principles of Passive House design and construction, and historic renovation according to the guidelines of New York City were researched and implemented. Subject Matter Experts were interviewed throughout the research and design process. The goal of the project was to create an energy efficient design while preserving the historic elements of the building.
Site Analysis Diagram
Existing Floor Plans
Goals and Strategies for the design, through the Four Quadrants
Renovated Design Site Plan
Passive Design Section
Building Section featuring new implemented design elements: rain collection barrel space, greenery and rain garden,staircases, and PV panels.
Renovated Design Stair Circulation Diagram
Renovated Design Cellar Plan, mechanical unit placement.
Renovated Design First Level Plan, doctor's office.
Renovated Design of Doctor's Office Hallway Rendering, featuring small moss wall and glass office wall.
Renovated Design Second Level Plan, apartment unit one.
Renovated Design of Second Level Kitchen and Dining space, featuring uncovered fireplace.
Renovated Design Yard Plan
Outdoor Patio Space Rendering, featuring rain gardens and tiered garden.
Renovated Design Third Level Plan, apartment unit one.
Renovated Design Fourth Level Plan, apartment unit two.
Renovated Design Fourth Level Stair Render, featuring new skylights.
Renovated Design Roof Plan
Daylighting Analysis, Sefaira 2018 version, summer solstice comparison.
Daylighting Analysis, Sefaira 2018 version, winter solstice comparison.
EUI Countdown, calculated from Sefaira 2018 version, inputs used based on Passive House standards.
Yard Space Rendering, featuring rain garden, patio and reconfigured staircase.
Water Use Comparison with implementation of reduced-flow fixtures, based off estimated daily use calculations.
Total Daily and Annual Water Use Comparison, based off estimated water use calculations.
Alternative Water Use Breakdown, based off estimated water usage and rainwater from roof collection calculations.
