Mu01 Whare Mō Te Whānau Kotahi by Arshia Mahmoodi is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award Rino in Hoahoa Waihanga, Whare me te Hanganga Competition Category.
RinoWaihanga· 2024
Mu01 Whare Mō Te Whānau Kotahi
Client: Arshia Architects
A' Design Award Rino Winner in Waihanga Category
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About Mu01 Whare Mō Te Whānau Kotahi
MU01 he whare mō te whānau kotahi i hoahoatia mō tētahi wāhi piki ake e tata ana ki Mulholland Drive i Los Angeles. E hipoki ana te whare i te 160 mita tapawhā, me tētahi hanganga i raro i te whenua o te 158 mita tapawhā, kei runga i tētahi papa whenua e 722 mita tapawhā te rahi. E whai ana tētahi āhua kua tapahia i waenganui i ngā kōpiko o te taumaunga, e pupuri ana i te whare kia iti tonu tōna ahua. Ka whakaritea te urunga mā roto i tētahi ana, e whakakore ana i te hiahiatanga mō tētahi huarahi waka whakararuraru, ā, e tiaki ana hoki i te whenua taketake. Ka kohia te wai ua mō te whakatōkanga rākau taketake, ā, ko ngā pūnaha wera-whenua me ngā papa hihiko rā te wheako e whakarato ana i te kaha hiko.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award Rino
Ko Mu01 Whare Mō Te Whānau Kotahi te toa o te A' Design Award Rino, he whakaaetanga whai mana e hoatu ana ki ngā hoahoa pai e whakatutuki ana i ngā hiahia ngaio me te ahumahi e tūmanakohia ana mai i ngā mahi kua hoahoatia pai. Ko ngā toa Rino e whakaatu ana i te pukenga nui, te tohungatanga teitei, te māramatanga mātanga me te kaha auaha o ō rātou kaihanga. E tūmanakohia ana ko Mu01 Whare Mō Te Whānau Kotahi he mahi whakanuia, whakamīharotia, aroha nui, he whaihua, he auaha hoki. Ko tēnei hoahoa i toa i te Rino e whakakotahi ana i ngā tikanga pai rawa o te ahumahi, ā, he āhuatanga hangarau pūkenga tōna e hono ana ki te mōhio me te pūmanawa. E whakahonoretia ana a Mu01 Whare Mō Te Whānau Kotahi mō tōna tōtika, ā, i hoahoatia hei whakapai ake i te kounga o te oranga me te āwhina i te ao kia pai ake.
Behind the Design
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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Proposed is a 160 m² single-family home with 158 m² subterranean structure on a 722 m² upslope near Mulholland Drive, LA. Emphasizing preserving natural topography, the design integrates a bisected form and tunnel access, blending with the ridge's landscape. This approach maintains aesthetics, eliminating a disruptive driveway, safeguarding the land's beauty.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Building size is approximately 28.98M X 17.40M X 4.57M (15M including garage subterranean structure)
- Tags
- Sustainable dwelling, Natural integration, Ridge preservation, Tunnel access, Eco-friendly design, Geothermal heating, Rainwater harvesting, Native landscaping, Environmental standards
- Production Technology
- Incorporate advanced construction for the tunnel access and precise placement to protect the escarpment's topography. Use eco-friendly materials like local wood and recycled steel. Integrate geothermal systems for energy efficiency, and promote natural airflow with narrow massing. Install photovoltaic panels for self-sustaining power and implement rainwater harvesting for native landscaping, supporting biodiversity.
- Design Challenge
- Integrating the dwelling with the ridge's topography while preserving its natural beauty posed challenges. Innovative solutions like a unique tunnel access met strict engineering codes for earthquake safety. Our construction methodology preserved the hillside, ensuring minimal intrusion. Despite hurdles, meticulous planning achieved a harmonious blend of architecture and nature, setting new standards for sustainable housing.
- Research
- Our focus is on environmentally sustainable housing design. Architects and engineers employ GIS, architectural green software, and other tools for site analysis, landscape integration, and sustainable practices. Through iterative modifications, the resulting design becomes a model for aesthetically pleasing, eco-friendly dwellings that seamlessly blend with the landscape in the modern world.
- Inspiration
- Natural Harmony: Picture the dwelling nestled into the upslope, its bisected form gently following the contours of the land. A tunnel, almost hidden, offers passage to the low-profile building atop the ridge. The design seamlessly merges with nature, preserving the land's beauty and serenity.
Sustainable Sanctuary: Imagine a home that not only harmonizes with nature but actively contributes to its preservation. Rainwater collected from the building nourishes native plants, creating a lush, biodiverse landscape. Geothermal heating and solar panels provide energy efficiency while minimizing environmental impact.
Ridge Retreat: Envision standing on the ridge, surrounded by panoramic views of the Mulholland Scenic Corridor. The compact, unobtrusive design ensures that the public can continue to enjoy this natural vista. Fauna roam freely, and native flora thrives, creating a sanctuary for both residents and wildlife.
Innovative Integration: Consider the ingenuity of the tunnel access, offering a unique entrance to the dwelling while preserving the ridge's integrity. The design exemplifies thoughtful, sustainable architecture, demonstrating how human habitation can coexist harmoniously with the natural landscape.
Environmental Excellence: Visualize the home as a beacon of environmental stewardship, setting high standards for sustainable living. With all-electric systems, cross-ventilated massing, and photovoltaic electricity, it serves as a model for eco-friendly living in the modern world. - Project Duration
- The proposed project consists of a small single family dwelling, on an upslope escarpment protruding from Mulholland Drive towards the Los Angeles basin isolated by a power transmission corridor. The design process started in OCT, 2022 and is currently under review by the design review board and the estimated date of completion is 12/01/2024.
- Operation Flow
- The house is accessed through a unique tunnel, preserving the landscape. Its design fits naturally into the ridge, with a low-profile structure. This prioritizes public views and allows wildlife to move freely. Rainwater is collected for native plants, and eco-friendly systems like geothermal heating are used, ensuring sustainability.
- Patents
- Copyrights belong to Arshia Architects, 2023
- Team Members
- Design Principal: Arshia Mahmoodi
- Image Credits
- Image #1 : Rendering Arshia Architects, Exterior view, 2023;
Image #2 : Rendering Arshia Architects, Exterior view, 2023;
Image #3 : Rendering Arshia Architects, Living room, 2023;
Image #4 : Rendering Arshia Architects, Exterior view, 2023;
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