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Prairie View A&M University
Green Future Double Barrel House
DOE Race to Zero Student Competition 2016
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Sean Benson Team Leader – Net Zero Energy Design I & II
Bachelor of Science in Architecture, Dec 2016
Alexis Borman Net Zero Energy Design II
Bachelor of Science in Architecture, May 2016
Christopher Brown AIA COTE, Net Zero Energy Design I & II
Bachelor of Science in Architecture, May 2016
Devonta Magee Net Zero Energy Design II
Bachelor of Science in Architecture, Aug 2016
Yasmine Parker Net Zero Energy Design II
Bachelor of Science in Architecture,
Bachelor of Science in Construction Science, May 2017
Shelly Pottorf Faculty Advisor – AIA; LEED AP, CPHC
Adjunct Assistant Professor, Prairie View A&M University School of Architecture
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Houston, TX
Independence Heights, Houston, TX
Independence Heights Site Location
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Design a home that meets the affordability standards in the Independence Heights Area
Create a response that addresses the area’s proneness to flooding
Consider the architectural dynamics of the neighborhood and create a home that fits within its architectural fabric
Meet or exceed the requirements to achieve passive House Institute Certification in the United States
Design a Net Zero Energy Ready Home
Design a resilient home that reflects the perseverance of the Independence Heights community R
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