WESTERN FACADE (change)
The decision to scrap the original western façade treatment was made based upon two main reasons.
The first being that my original idea would not have allowed enough natural light to penetrate the western windows. With so much of the building being located underground, this natural light is in high demand throughout the building.
Secondly, the surrounding trees and plant life would I believe provide efficient sun shading. Trees and vegetation can create micro-climates around buildings and lower temperatures during hot months and raise temperatures during cold ones. Therefore, this active living system would be sufficient.
A system louver system is all that is needed. Effective and not an eye sore.
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