Passive strategy for building Healthy Scools Iryna Bulich Department of construction and geomechanics

Healthy schools. A new approach Improved indoor environmental quality Enhanced student performance Better health Lowest reasonable cost Passive Strategies for Building for Building

Using givens of nature Earth Water Sun Air

Main points Ways to use daylight and natural ventilation Understanding natural conditions of the site The techniques for dust mitigation Overview of several durable flooring systems

The site conditions 40-foot elevation changeHeavily sloped siteLarge treesPond

Slope disturbance Standard cut- and -fill approach Cut Fill

Minimal impact on the site  Placing building at the midpoint of the slope  Burying areas that do not required natural light into the hill  Providing natural filtering sunlight to classrooms by trees

Main achievements Preserving old oaks with diameters over 36 inches Outdoor science areas Learning rooms in the wood

Things to consider: How water will flow Path of the sun

Daylight for improved performance To avoid problems with light: specialty glass to provide light diffusion glareSpill and

Daylight for improved performance Integrated daylight sensors and translucent wall panels Floor-to-ceiling vertical fins to control sunlight

Using of operable windows Saving energy control NATURAL VENTILATION – A BREATH OF FRESH AIR

Recommended flooring options made from 66% biobased materials Slip resistance Eco linoleum with noise reduction easy replacement for teachers standing for long periods Carpet tile Underfoot comfort

Advantages of Passive strategies cost effect eco-friendly materials providing health atmosphere

Iryna Bulich Thank you for your attention!