AR
Log Date: November 29, 2011
Marking Period 2
Green Pier
11/29/11:
Work Started:
- more research on potential materials
- finalizing CAD drawing
Work Completed:
- Ceiling grid laid out for CAD drawing
- research on widow material
Reminders:
- call mentor
- update mentor contacts
Nov 29, 2011
Nov 28, 2011
Material for Windows
"Although your picture window is a large glass window, you can be confident that you're still saving money on energy bills. The FIBREX frame is strong and energy-efficient. The glass, double-paned, argon-filled, with a Low-E4 coating - keeps your home the temperature you want. You'll be comfortable all year long while saving money on heating and cooling."
This description, taken from Mr. Rogers' Windows, shows that the materials of this window design are energy efficient and "green". The windows are also large enough to let sunlight in during the colder months to provide for a means of more natural heating and light source.
http://www.mrrogerswindows.com/
Parts List
This description, taken from Mr. Rogers' Windows, shows that the materials of this window design are energy efficient and "green". The windows are also large enough to let sunlight in during the colder months to provide for a means of more natural heating and light source.
http://www.mrrogerswindows.com/
Parts List
Nov 22, 2011
Log 4
AR
Log Date: November 22, 2011
Green Pier
Marking Period 2
11/22/11:
11/22/11:
Work Started:
- new CAD drawing with modifications necessary
- more research on sustainable materials
Work Completed:
- first side of CAD drawing of chapel completed and uploaded to blog
- research on green materials for windows
Reminders:
- call mentor about e-mail
Nov 21, 2011
Nov 18, 2011
Log 3
AR
Log Date: November 18, 2011
Marking Period 1
Green Pier
11/18/11:
Work Started:
- additional research on materials
Work Completed:
- research on salvaged wood
- research on recycled steel
- additional research on salvaged wood and recycled steel
Reminders:
- update mentor contacts
- additional research on floor heating panels still needed
Log Date: November 18, 2011
Marking Period 1
Green Pier
11/18/11:
Work Started:
- additional research on materials
Work Completed:
- research on salvaged wood
- research on recycled steel
- additional research on salvaged wood and recycled steel
Reminders:
- update mentor contacts
- additional research on floor heating panels still needed
Nov 16, 2011
Salvaged Wood
"I would assume that the debris would be so damaged and broken up that it would not be usable so you still need to find a source. If you don't have enough salvaged wood locally, look for FSC wood. You could always used salvaged wood on the interior for floors or beams. If you don't know waht FSC wood is, look it up so you will know."
AF
http://www.greenecoservices.com/reclaimed-wood-salvage-fsc-timber-new-jersey/
Before I did anything else, I did a little bit of research on FSC wood and what I learned is that the FSC, or Forest Stewardship Council, is a non-profit organization devoted to encouraging the responsible management of the world’s forests. FSC sets high standards that ensure forestry is practiced in an environmentally responsible, socially beneficial, and economically viable way. My mentor also provided me with a link of local warehouses that can provide this approved wood.
Windows
AF
http://www.greenecoservices.com/reclaimed-wood-salvage-fsc-timber-new-jersey/
Before I did anything else, I did a little bit of research on FSC wood and what I learned is that the FSC, or Forest Stewardship Council, is a non-profit organization devoted to encouraging the responsible management of the world’s forests. FSC sets high standards that ensure forestry is practiced in an environmentally responsible, socially beneficial, and economically viable way. My mentor also provided me with a link of local warehouses that can provide this approved wood.
Windows
Recycled Steel
AF
http://www.themetalinitiative.com/content/building_with_metal/benefits/sustainability/s_greendesign.cfm
After reading this article that my mentor sent to me, I found that the use of recycled steel as the primary material for the roof. If I use salvaged wood, the building foundation will be mor green through indirect reasons including that the lumber is salvaged from local areas and will not be that difficult to transport.
"For building owners and architects committed to preserving natural resources, metal building products offer a unique, environmentally friendly solution to their building’s requirements.
Metal roofs and walls can contribute considerably to the “green” building movement because of their high recycled content, recyclability, sustainability and energy efficiency.
The recycled content for steel used in metal roofs and walls, for example, is at least 25%. This level of recycled content reduces both the cost and environmental impact of making new steel, as it conserves energy and other natural raw materials.
The fact that the recycled content of steel is at least 25% by weight also helps earn points in the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environment Design (LEED) program, a national rating system based on a series of prerequisites and points. The program’s objective is to encourage the design and construction of buildings that have little or no negative impact on occupants and the environment. Minimum LEED certification for a building requires 26 points.
Steel’s recycled content is especially important when it is compared to other materials such as concrete, which has a recycled content of only 3% (fly ash) and even less when the weight of the recycled material is factored in.
Other metals are also high in recycled content. For example, a recent survey indicated that the recycled content of domestically produced, flat rolled aluminum construction products was approximately 80-85%. The average recycled content of all copper and zinc products is 44% and 9% respectively. Copper roofing contains approximately 75% recycled material."
Green design with metal roofs and wall panels. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.themetalinitiative.com/content/building_with_metal/benefits/sustainability/s_greendesign.cfm
Additional Website:
http://www.metalroofing.com/v2/content/metal-roofing/
Salvaged Wood
Log 2
AR
Log Date: November 16, 2011
Marking Period 2
Green Pier
Work Started:
- more research on green materials, specifically salvaged wood that can be found in my area
- editing of CAD drawing to add dimensions
- scedule of materials
Work Completed:
- looked at links sent by mentor
- finished CAD drawing with top dimensions
Reminders:
- e-mail mentor back about salvaged wood and dscuss using recycled steel for the roof
Log Date: November 16, 2011
Marking Period 2
Green Pier
Work Started:
- more research on green materials, specifically salvaged wood that can be found in my area
- editing of CAD drawing to add dimensions
- scedule of materials
Work Completed:
- looked at links sent by mentor
- finished CAD drawing with top dimensions
Reminders:
- e-mail mentor back about salvaged wood and dscuss using recycled steel for the roof
Nov 15, 2011
LEED Program
LEED, or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, is an internationally-recognized green building certification system. Developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) in March 2000, LEED provides building owners and operators with a framework for identifying and implementing practical and measurable green building design, construction, operations and maintenance solutions.
LEED promotes sustainable building and development practices through a suite of rating systems that recognize projects that implement strategies for better environmental and health performance. The LEED rating systems are developed through an open, consensus-based process led by LEED committees, diverse groups of volunteers representing a cross-section of the building and construction industry. Key elements of the process include a balanced and transparent committee structure, technical advisory groups that ensure scientific consistency and rigor, opportunities for stakeholder comment and review, member ballot of new rating systems, and fair and open appeals.
LEED is flexible enough to apply to all building types – commercial as well as residential. It works throughout the building lifecycle – design and construction, operations and maintenance, tenant fitout, and significant retrofit. And LEED for Neighborhood Development extends the benefits of LEED beyond the building footprint into the neighborhood it serves.
LEED also makes business sense, benefiting commercial building owners as well as tenants.
Taken from http://www.usgbc.org/DisplayPage.aspx?CMSPageID=1988
LEED promotes sustainable building and development practices through a suite of rating systems that recognize projects that implement strategies for better environmental and health performance. The LEED rating systems are developed through an open, consensus-based process led by LEED committees, diverse groups of volunteers representing a cross-section of the building and construction industry. Key elements of the process include a balanced and transparent committee structure, technical advisory groups that ensure scientific consistency and rigor, opportunities for stakeholder comment and review, member ballot of new rating systems, and fair and open appeals.
LEED is flexible enough to apply to all building types – commercial as well as residential. It works throughout the building lifecycle – design and construction, operations and maintenance, tenant fitout, and significant retrofit. And LEED for Neighborhood Development extends the benefits of LEED beyond the building footprint into the neighborhood it serves.
LEED also makes business sense, benefiting commercial building owners as well as tenants.
Taken from http://www.usgbc.org/DisplayPage.aspx?CMSPageID=1988
Nov 14, 2011
Nov 8, 2011
Log 1
AR
Log Date: November 8, 2011
Marking Period 2
Green Pier
11/8/11:
Work Started:
- Part list
Work Completed:
- FPU presentation
- model completed
- all marking period 1 materials finished
Reminders:
- e-mail mentors
Log Date: November 8, 2011
Marking Period 2
Green Pier
11/8/11:
Work Started:
- Part list
Work Completed:
- FPU presentation
- model completed
- all marking period 1 materials finished
Reminders:
- e-mail mentors
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