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Idea projektu

Upon analyzing the regional climate data, I identified that although the area receives sufficient rainfall, water scarcity occurs due to inadequate storage infrastructure. Based on this observation, I aimed to develop a water cycle system that collects rainwater from rooftops, stores it in a cistern, and reuses it through a multi-stage filtration process.

Popis projektu

The settlement design process began by referencing the locations of previously constructed buildings in the area. To ensure easy access to the entrance point, a parking area was placed in alignment with the existing road axis. Continuing along this axis, workshops were positioned adjacent to the carpentry workshop. Following the workshops, classrooms were located at a point directly opposite the entrance. At the intersection of the classroom corridors, a multi-purpose hall was placed to function both as a focal point and a transitional space. The cafeteria was planned to have a service connection to the main entrance.

On the upper axis of the settlement, the library, laboratories, teachers' room, and infirmary are situated. Beyond this line, the girls' and boys' dormitories are located. The dormitories consist of four-person rooms with shared wet areas for every two rooms. At the intersection points of the dormitory blocks, social spaces were designed for communal student use.

The settlement was organized in accordance with the spatial relationships between functions, supported by social areas and buffer zones. For example, buffer zones were created between the girls' and boys' dormitories, between the dormitories and the library axis, and between the classrooms and the beekeeping area. These areas were defined with pools and landscaping. Social spaces were enriched with large seating and activity areas, as well as pergolas.

To enhance the spatial quality, the main axis was strengthened with pergolas. Social areas were designed to be spacious and equipped with seating arrangements that encourage social interaction.

To maximize the efficiency of the roofs, the upper covering was designed as both a functional and integral element. The positioning of the buildings took into account factors such as water, fresh air, and sunlight, aiming to provide equitable comfort conditions across all structures.

The parts of the buildings in contact with the ground were designed using local ICEB blocks, while the upper coverings were supported by lightweight steel columns and metal sheets. Thanks to the modular and flexible structure of the steel system, the campus is intended to adapt to possible future spatial needs.

With this approach, a user-oriented, sustainable, and self-sufficient campus design has been created.

Technické informace

Rainwater collected from the rooftops is directed into sloped-bottom pools located in front of the buildings. Through the inclination of these pool bases, the water flows toward a large reinforced concrete cistern situated along the main axis. This cistern functions as the central element for filtering the water and facilitating its use throughout the campus.

The system incorporates a three-stage filtration process, allowing the water to be utilized in different parts of the campus based on its level of cleanliness.

Initially, the water accumulated in the pools passes through a leaf guard filter positioned at the end of the pools. The water filtered at this stage, though not fully purified, is suitable for use in areas such as agricultural fields where potable water is not required.

Subsequently, the water undergoes further purification through a sand-gravel filter located at the top section of the cistern, and is then stored inside the cistern.

Finally, the stored water is passed through an activated carbon filter, which renders it potable. This purified water is then distributed for use in critical areas such as kitchens, laboratories, and sanitary facilities including toilets and bathrooms.

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