The Cape Schank House by Paul Morgan Architects is a great example of integrated sustainable technology in residences. Not only does the teardrop shaped water tank collect graywater for reuse, it also performs as a structural member (it carries the roof load), passive air conditioner (cooling the ambient air temperature of the surrounding space in the summer), and delineates the spaces used for different functions in the main room. (via Boing Boing and materialicious)
Good post. Thanks for the linkage.
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