Students from the University of Alabama have created the 'SURVIV(AL)' House, a solar-powered, resilient structure.
With natural disasters devastating multiple parts of the world, this hurricane-proof home is built to withstand all effects of extreme weather. Built with a 'safe room' that's located within the sub-flooring of the home, this eco-friendly residence offers maximum security. This home is based on three elements: heat mitigation, severe weather security, and quick permanence (a structure that can be easily and quickly re-built after a disaster). With a number of sustainable features, the most remarkable is it's ability to run fully on solar power. Conserving energy is easily done with the structure being wrapped in thick, double-studded, and energy-efficient paneling.
Incorporating a combination of heavy insulation, solar panels and the most innovative safety features, this resilient structure is a modern take on extreme weather architecture.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Extreme Weather Architecture
- Designing structures that can withstand the effects of extreme weather and natural disasters.
- Solar-powered Homes
- Creating residences that can run fully on solar power for energy efficiency.
- Resilient Construction
- Building structures that can be quickly and easily re-built after a disaster.
Where This Applies
- Architecture
- Architects and designers can explore innovative ways to create structures that are resilient to extreme weather conditions.
- Renewable Energy
- The renewable energy industry can capitalize on the demand for solar-powered homes and develop more efficient solar technologies.
- Construction
- The construction industry can focus on developing quick and adaptable construction methods to reconstruct buildings after extreme weather events.
