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THE VALUE OF DESIGN IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING. Georgia Bizios, FAIA Professor of Architecture georgia_bizios@ncsu.edu. Home Environments Design Initiative
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THE VALUE OF DESIGN IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING Georgia Bizios, FAIA Professor of Architecture georgia_bizios@ncsu.edu
Home Environments Design Initiative Partnering with communities and nonprofits to improve the quality and sustainability of North Carolina’s affordable housing.
Benefits of Sustainable Design • Environmental – Conserves natural resources and reduces waste • Economic – Minimizes energy expenditures and encourages durability • Social – Protects public health and enhances quality of life
Design Decisions on Three Scales: • Site • House • Construction
Site Decisions • Site selection • Solar orientation • Water management • Neighborhood and community • Access to jobs and transportation
House Decisions • Daylighting • Passive solar heating and cooling • Ventilation • Storage • Public and private spaces • Porches and outdoor living
Construction Decisions • Materials • Building Systems • Insulation • Durability • Toxicity Photo: Morley, Building with Structural Insulated Panels
University – Community Partnerships There are many ways that the NC State College of Design can assist your organization. Through collaboration, communities and nonprofits benefit from the resources of the university and the enthusiastic creativity of young designers. The students gain valuable experience in and exposure to the issues of affordable and sustainable housing.
THE VALUE OF DESIGN IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING Georgia Bizios, FAIA Professor of Architecture georgia_bizios@ncsu.edu