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Sumit Singhal
Sumit Singhal loves modern architecture. He comes from a family of builders who have built more than 20 projects in the last ten years near Delhi in India. He has recently started writing about the architectural projects that catch his imagination. Cluny House in Singapore by Guz ArchitectsApril 2nd, 2011 by Sumit Singhal
The project demonstrates how technology, planning and design can be applied sensitively to generate a comfortable, luxurious, yet sustainable family home.  Cluny House
 Cluny House Photovoltaic cells and solar water heaters are employed together with design for passive cooling and cross ventilation to reduce energy usage. Irrigation tanks and roof gardens collect and recycle rainwater; and the use of materials such as recycled teak and artificial timber adds warmth without compromising the finite resources of our environment.  Cluny House The house is laid out around a central water court that forms the focal point of the project. Lushly planted roof gardens surround this and add to the effect that nature is evident in every part of the house.  Cluny House Although the house is high tech – using state of the art EIB systems, photovoltaic cells, security systems – these are integrated discreetly and work with the natural environment of the house rather than against it.  Entrance View This integration of technology and nature deserves special mention in a compelling design that could realistically become the model for sustainable living.  Interior View  Exterior View  Exterior View  Aerial View  Cluny House  Exterior View  Front View  Walls View
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