Evidence Based Design Research by Ariella MJ Luke

Can Sustainable Design and Communal Living Practices Enhance Holistic Healing In a Live-In Wellness Retreat? Ariella MJ Luke Ringling College of Art and Design [Evidence Based Design Course-Spring 2012]

Acknowledgements Thank you to Jill Eleazer for your dedication to your studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; success and demand for the best quality. Thank you also to Carlson Studio Architects for the building plans and to Building Hopeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s friendly staff for helping me explore and document your beautiful facility. Thank you to Alfredo Rivera for supporting my work ethic and accompanying me on an adventurous journey through life, and to my family for their enthusiasm and care.

Table of Contents 1. Introduction........................................................................................................................Tab 1 Statement of the Problem…………………………………..…...........................................2 Concept………………………………………………………............................................3 User and Client profile…………………………….............................................................3 Research Rationale…………………………………….......................................................4 Project Organization…………………………………........................................................5 2. Historical, Observational, and Interactive Research......................................................Tab 2 Medicine in History.............................................................................................................7 Sustainability in History....................................................................................................10 Communal Living in History.............................................................................................11 Survey research..................................................................................................................13 Summary of Online survey Results.......................................................................15 Observational Research.....................................................................................................16 Interactive Research...........................................................................................................21 3. Building and Site Analysis.................................................................................................Tab 3 Location Overview.............................................................................................................24 County Overview...............................................................................................................26

Site Overview.....................................................................................................................32 Diagrammatic Site Plan.........................................................................................39 Prominent Building Features.................................................................................44 4. Precedent Studies...............................................................................................................Tab 4 Alpha Farm........................................................................................................................46 Project Introduction...............................................................................................46 Site Description......................................................................................................47 Structures of Alpha Farm...........................................................................48 Culture of Alpha Farm...............................................................................49 Interiors of Alpha Farm.............................................................................50 The Newbold House..........................................................................................................51 Project Introduction...............................................................................................51 Site Description.....................................................................................................53 Newbold Grounds......................................................................................54 Newbold Interiors......................................................................................55 Sandhill Farm.....................................................................................................................57 Project Introduction...............................................................................................57

Site Description......................................................................................................58 Sandhill Grounds and Structures...............................................................59 Sandhill Agriculture...................................................................................60 Earthaven Ecovillage.........................................................................................................61 Project Introduction...............................................................................................61 Site Description......................................................................................................64 Earthaven Culture......................................................................................65 Earthaven Structures..................................................................................65 Eco Yoga Park...................................................................................................................68 Project Introduction...............................................................................................68 Site Description......................................................................................................69 Eco Yoga Park Design Culture..................................................................70 Eco Yoga Park Daily Activities.................................................................71 Eco Yoga Park Interior and outdoor Living Spaces..................................73 Qualitative Analysis...........................................................................................................75 Summary................................................................................................................75 Quantitative Analysis.........................................................................................................76

Summary and Conclusion..................................................................................................78 5. Programming and Analysis...............................................................................................Tab 5 Introduction........................................................................................................................79 Project Goals......................................................................................................................84 Organic Garden......................................................................................................85 Garden House.........................................................................................................86 Large Multi-Use Space..........................................................................................87 Small Multi-Use Space..........................................................................................88 Sleeping Quarters...................................................................................................89 Laundry/Housekeeping/Storage.............................................................................90 Showers..................................................................................................................91 Computer Room and Library.................................................................................92 Communal Kitchen................................................................................................93 Dining Room..........................................................................................................94 Quiet Meditation....................................................................................................95 Reception Living Room.........................................................................................96 Fire Pit....................................................................................................................97

Summary and Conclusion................................................................................................100 6. Resources 7. Appendices

List of Tables Table 4.1........................................................................................................................................75 Table 4.2........................................................................................................................................76 Table 4.3........................................................................................................................................77 Table 5.1........................................................................................................................................80 Table 5.2........................................................................................................................................82 Table 5.3........................................................................................................................................83

List of Figures 2.1 Image of Sterile Hospital...........................................................................................................9 2.2 Holistic Outdoor Spa..................................................................................................................9 2.3 Buckminster Fullerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Geodesic Dome.....................................................................................11 2.4 Pie chart...................................................................................................................................13 2.5 Bar graph..................................................................................................................................14 2.6 Main Entrance to Hostel in the Forest.....................................................................................17 2.7 Outside View of patio and reception at Hostel in the Forest...................................................17 2.8 The Glass House Exterior at Hostel in the Forest....................................................................18 2.9 Glass House Interior at Hostel in the Forest............................................................................18 2.10 The Bamboo Hut sleeping quarters at Hostel in the Forest...................................................18 2.11 The Bamboo Hut at Hostel in the Forest...............................................................................18 2.12 The Outdoor Kitchen at Hostel in the Forest.........................................................................19 2.13 The Interior Kitchen at Hostel in the Forest..........................................................................19 2.14 Trails and Watering Holes at Hostel in the Forest.................................................................20 2.15 The Front Porch at Hostel in the Forest.................................................................................20 2.16 Details at Hostel in the Forest................................................................................................20 2.17 Lake at Hostel in the Forest...................................................................................................20 2.18 Portrait of Dr. Melina Leeson................................................................................................21 3.1 Map of Florida.........................................................................................................................24 3.2 Image of Coastal Florida.........................................................................................................24 3.3 Map of Mid West Florida Coast..............................................................................................24 3.4 Map of Sarasota County Boundary..........................................................................................25 3.5 Transportation Means in the Zip Code 34240.........................................................................25 3.6 Map of Sarasota City Bus Route..............................................................................................26

3.7 Demographical Graph of zip code 34240................................................................................27 3.8 Educational demographics Graph of zip code 34240..............................................................28 3.9 Housing and age demographics Graph of zip code 34240......................................................29 3.10 Future Land Use of Sarasota..................................................................................................29 3.11 Bird’s eye view of Sarasota..................................................................................................30 3.12 Sarasota County Land...........................................................................................................31 3.13 Myakka river Park in Sarasota County..................................................................................31 3.14 Site Map.................................................................................................................................32 3.15 Sustainability Site Map..........................................................................................................33 3.16 Bird’s Eye View: Context of Site Location...........................................................................34 3.17 Bird’s Eye View: Surrounding Environment.........................................................................34 3.18 Bird’s Eye View: Site Features..............................................................................................35 3.19 Bird’s Eye View: Building Plot Zoning.................................................................................35 3.20 Floor Plan by Carlson Studio Architects...............................................................................36 3.21 Exterior Images......................................................................................................................37 3.22 Exterior Images......................................................................................................................37 3.23 Exterior Images......................................................................................................................37 3.24 Exterior Images......................................................................................................................37 3.25 Exterior Images......................................................................................................................37 3.26 Exterior Images......................................................................................................................37 3.27 Healing in Architecture..........................................................................................................38 3.28 Healing in Architecture..........................................................................................................38 3.29 Healing in Architecture..........................................................................................................38 3.30 Healing in Architecture..........................................................................................................38 3.31 Diagrammatic Site Plan.........................................................................................................39

3.32 Donor Wall at Entry...............................................................................................................40 3.33 Gift shop, Library, Internet Cafe............................................................................................40 3.34 Library Lounge......................................................................................................................40 3.35 Internet Cafe...........................................................................................................................40 3.36 Conference Room and Offices...............................................................................................41 3.37 Employee Restroom, Storage, Offices...................................................................................41 3.38 Activity Room........................................................................................................................41 3.39 Activity Room........................................................................................................................41 3.40 Building 2, Entry Ceiling Design...........................................................................................42 3.41 Building 2 Main Hallway.......................................................................................................42 3.42 Building 2, Multi-purpose Meeting Room.............................................................................42 3.43 Building 2 Recycling Bar.......................................................................................................42 3.44 Building 2, Multi-purpose Exercise/Activity Space..............................................................43 3.45 Building 2, Multi-purpose Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Activity Room...........................................................43 4.1 An Aerial view of the Surround Region..................................................................................47 4.2 Housing at Alpha Farm............................................................................................................48 4.3 Housing at Alpha Farm............................................................................................................48 4.4 Housing at Alpha Farm...........................................................................................................48 4.5 Housing at Alpha Farm............................................................................................................48 4.6 Culture on the Farm.................................................................................................................49 4.7 Culture on the Farm.................................................................................................................49 4.8 Seasonal Sorghum Harvest......................................................................................................49 4.9 Interior Spaces.........................................................................................................................50 4.10 Interior Spaces.......................................................................................................................50 4.11 Systems are Primitive............................................................................................................50

4.12 Alpha Bit Café.......................................................................................................................50 4.13 Alpha Bit Café.......................................................................................................................51 4.14 Alpha Bit Café.......................................................................................................................51 4.15 An Aerial View of the Newbold House.................................................................................53 4.16 Entry of the Newbold Mansion..............................................................................................53 4.17 Entry.......................................................................................................................................54 4.18 Newbold Sunset.....................................................................................................................54 4.19 Landscaping and Culture.......................................................................................................54 4.20 Landscaping and Culture.......................................................................................................54 4.21 Landscaping and Culture.......................................................................................................54 4.22 Dining Room..........................................................................................................................55 4.23 Crystal Palace Conservatory..................................................................................................55 4.24 The Ballroom........................................................................................................................55 4.25 The Art Room........................................................................................................................55 4.26 Guest Room...........................................................................................................................56 4.27 Library and Sanctuary............................................................................................................56 4.28 Treatment Rooms...................................................................................................................56 4.29 Kitchen...................................................................................................................................56 4.30 Aerial View of Site Location.................................................................................................58 4.31 Garden House at Sandhill Farms...........................................................................................59 4.32 Open Lands of Sandhill.........................................................................................................59 4.33 Architecture...........................................................................................................................59 4.34 Grounds and Livestock......... ................................................................................................59 4.35 Earthbag Greenhouse.............................................................................................................60 4.36 Earthbag Greenhouse Construction.......................................................................................60

4.37 Sorghum Harvest...................................................................................................................60 4.38 Sorghum Processing...............................................................................................................60 4.39 Bee Hives...............................................................................................................................60 4.40 Agriculture. ...........................................................................................................................60 4.41 Topographical Map of Earthavenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Neighborhood Spread...................................................62 4.42 Drawn map Showing Directions to Earthaven.......................................................................63 4.43 Map of Building Locations around the Site...........................................................................63 4.44 Function, Work and Community at Earthaven. ....................................................................65 4.45 Gateway Neighborhood.........................................................................................................65 4.46 Forest Garden Neighborhood.................................................................................................65 4.47 Hut Hamlet.............................................................................................................................65 4.48 Village central and Hickory Knob.........................................................................................65 4.49 Village Terraces Neighborhood ............................................................................................66 4.50 Hickory Knob Compact Neighborhood.................................................................................66 4.51 Bellavia Gardens....................................................................................................................66 4.52 Bellavia Gardens....................................................................................................................66 4.53 Hawk Holler...........................................................................................................................67 4.54 Lower Rosy Branch...............................................................................................................67 4.55 Middle Rosy Branch..............................................................................................................67 4.56 Upper Rosy Branch................................................................................................................67 4.57 Aerial View of Eco Yoga park...............................................................................................69 4.58 Architectural Details with Spiritual Focus.............................................................................70 4.59 Architectural Details with Spiritual Focus.............................................................................70 4.60 Architectural Details with Spiritual Focus.............................................................................70 4.61 Landscape Details..................................................................................................................70

4.62 Landscape Details..................................................................................................................70 4.63 Details with personality.........................................................................................................71 4.64 Details with personality.........................................................................................................71 4.65 Details with personality.........................................................................................................71 4.66 Landscaping...........................................................................................................................71 4.67 Landscaping...........................................................................................................................71 4.68 The Community in their Free Time.......................................................................................71 4.69 The Community in their Free Time.......................................................................................71 4.70 Yoga and Meditation..............................................................................................................72 4.71 Yoga and Meditation..............................................................................................................72 4.72 Volunteer Practicing Meditation............................................................................................72 4.73 Culture....................................................................................................................................72 4.74 Culture....................................................................................................................................72 4.75 Social Interiors.......................................................................................................................73 4.76 Social Interiors.......................................................................................................................73 4.77 Relaxing Time........................................................................................................................73 4.78 Relaxing Time........................................................................................................................73 4.79 Interior Details.......................................................................................................................73 4.80 Interior Details.......................................................................................................................73 4.81 Resident Abodes....................................................................................................................74 4.82 Resident Abodes....................................................................................................................74 4.83 Earthy Architecture................................................................................................................74 4.84 Earthy Architecture................................................................................................................74 5.1Adjacency matrix......................................................................................................................82 5.2 Parti diagram............................................................................................................................84

5.3 Conventional Garden...............................................................................................................85 5.4 Bubble Diagram.......................................................................................................................85 5.5 Interior Garden Terrace............................................................................................................85 5.6 Aquaponic Garden...................................................................................................................85 5.7 Vertical Garden........................................................................................................................85 5.8 Adobe Garden House...............................................................................................................86 5.9 Bubble Diagram.......................................................................................................................86 5.10 Straw Bale House...................................................................................................................86 5.11 Green Roof Garden House.....................................................................................................86 5.12 Local, Responsible Resources...............................................................................................86 5.13 Inspirational Image................................................................................................................87 5.14 Bubble Diagram.....................................................................................................................87 5.15 Kitchen for a Group...............................................................................................................87 5.16 Yoga Studio Color.................................................................................................................87 5.17 Yoga studio Natural...............................................................................................................87 5.18 Crafty Organization...............................................................................................................88 5.19 Bubble diagram......................................................................................................................88 5.20 Crafty Organization...............................................................................................................88 5.21 Crafty Organization...............................................................................................................88 5.22 Natural Sleeping Spaces........................................................................................................89 5.23 Bubble Diagram.....................................................................................................................89 5.24 Natural Sleeping Spaces........................................................................................................89 5.25 Homey Lighting.....................................................................................................................89 5.26 Built-In...................................................................................................................................89 5.27 Fresh Laundry........................................................................................................................90

5.28 Bubble Diagram.....................................................................................................................90 5.29 Hanging Laundry...................................................................................................................90 5.30 Hand Washing........................................................................................................................90 5.31 Showering Outdoors..............................................................................................................91 5.32 Bubble Diagram.....................................................................................................................91 5.33 Tile Design............................................................................................................................91 5.34 Natural Materials...................................................................................................................91 5.35 Bubble Diagram.....................................................................................................................92 5.36 Bubble Diagram.....................................................................................................................92 5.37 Architectural Book Shelving..................................................................................................92 5.38 Architectural Book Shelving..................................................................................................92 5.39 Alternative Food Storage.......................................................................................................93 5.40 Bubble Diagram.....................................................................................................................93 5.41 Recycled Kitchen...................................................................................................................93 5.42 Outdoor Kitchen.....................................................................................................................93 5.43 Responsible Materials............................................................................................................94 5.44 Outdoor Dining......................................................................................................................94 5.45 Bubble Diagram.....................................................................................................................94 5.46 Dining Styles..........................................................................................................................94 5.47 Labyrinth................................................................................................................................95 5.48 Bubble Diagram.....................................................................................................................95 5.49 Natural Light and Meditation.................................................................................................95 5.50 Nature and Meditation...........................................................................................................95 5.51 Cozy Living Room.................................................................................................................96 5.52 Bubble Diagram.....................................................................................................................96

5.53 Artistic Living Room.............................................................................................................96 5.54 Indoor/Outdoor Living Room................................................................................................96 5.55 Fire Bowl...............................................................................................................................97 5.56 Bubble Diagram.....................................................................................................................97 5.57 Fire Pit....................................................................................................................................97 5.58 Fire Pit....................................................................................................................................97 5.59 Bubble Diagram of Full Space...............................................................................................98 5.60 Color Pallet............................................................................................................................98 5.61 Block Plan..............................................................................................................................99

1 Chapter 1: Introduction Can Sustainable Design and Communal Living Practices Enhance Holistic Healing In a Live-In Wellness Retreat?

Introduction Society today is increasingly more consumer and technology driven and less connected with nature and our physical body, mind and spirit. The typical modernized human psyche is constantly bombarded with media and product, a majority of which is sold for the benefit of the manufacturer and some of which at the cost of the consumersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; health and well-being. Knowledge of the common products which are readily available is often sugar-coated, making it difficult to understand the effects that they cause in the body. From work, to food, to home, the majority of our days are spent separate from the Earth and the natural elements that give us happiness, renewal, and understanding of ourselves. Interior design, when planned sustainably, in conjunction with communal living styles and holistic healing practices may help foster rebirth of the human connection to the self, and the environment. When this reconnection takes place, health and happiness are often the results. Many holistic wellness facilities exist in sustainably built communities, where guests are invited for short or long term stays to participate in activities which encourage a reconnection with themselves, other living things, and nature. Many facilities like this already exist all around the world as spas, hostels, internships, nonprofit foundations, and wellness retreats. The purpose of this research is to understand how sustainable design and communal living can enhance holistic healing practices in a live-in wellness retreat. This facility will work to educate inhabitants of the benefits of living an organic, environmentally conscious, and holistically healthy lifestyle.

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Statement of the Problem Many health problems today are the cause of a chemically based lifestyle that is separated from nature. We are affecting our bodiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; natural systems through every aspect of our lives; from the processed foods we eat, to how we make our flowers grow, the materials we use to construct our buildings. When we are cocooned inside poorly constructed buildings, we are cut off from this life force. Humans need energetic contact with other living things to heal the mind body and soul. We have moved continuously deeper into dense cities and are surrounded by more people, yet we have increasingly less direct human contact, much to the effect of technological communication. Richard Moss is a visionary leader and author of six books, which give insight into transformation, self-healing, and the art of conscious living. He said â&#x20AC;&#x153;We appear to be individual bodies, but this individuality is also a constant state of equilibrium between a true personal authenticity and a continuous participation with the collective energy of all humanity and all existenceâ&#x20AC;? (Moss, 1993, p. 11). Interior Design can facilitate the social habits, health, and activities of the users. A designer is able to encourage interaction between users by designing flexible lounge and activity spaces in an open floor plan. Interaction with other living things is a fundamental aspect to wellness. Nature is an extremely effective device for internal healing because it acts as an enveloping source of this life energy we need. Sustainable design helps deliver this energy to us while we are physically separate from it, indoors. By incorporating nature into building interiors through systems, materials, and views, a healthier building, and thus healthier users are achieved. Sustainable design compliments holistic healing techniques by supporting needs of natural light, fresh air, and openness of the interior to the outdoors. Western medicine is based on chemical theory, thus success of these techniques are not directly affected

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by interior conditions. Some healing techniques that could be enhanced by green design could include Chinese medicine, ayurvedic tradition, herbology, homeopathy, and naturopathy. Concept The concept for this wellness retreat is flow. Energy is the invisible force that gives life to everything on Earth. It is constantly being exchanged, and is therefore constantly flowing. Society today has attempted to change the natural flow, for example, by placing restrictions in waterways and through overconsumption of resources from the Earth. Flow requires balance with variety, harmony, unity and rhythm. This wellness retreat will teach the mind, body and spirit how to reopen the energetic flow inside, and thus heal itself. Sustainable design is particularly suited to this project because it also allows the flow between civilization and nature to reconnect. User and Client Profile The target user of this wellness facility would fall into a realm of people who embrace health of the mind, body and soul through alternative healing techniques. They may practice open-mindedness, alternative medicines, and enjoy connectivity with nature through their work, home life or free time. The user profile may include people who reject mainstream ideology and consumerism, and take an active stance on political, environmental and social issues. Age is not a defining aspect in the target market, as these ideas have been present for many decades, and followed by people of many origins. The user would also support local and organic farming, hand craft, fair trade, and small business. The client would be someone of similar mindset and morality, who may live in the retreat as their home, perhaps with family, perhaps not. Their efforts center on educating people about the capability of holistic wellness practices, and the

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triple-bottom-line truth about western medicine, modern thought, and corporate mentality. Ultimately, this would move people towards a happier and healthier lifestyle, and an educated respect for natural systems and resources. Both user and client may embrace alternative fuels and chemical-free lifestyles to better the Earth and their own bodies. They enjoy time and strong relationships with loved ones, as well as outdoor activities. The user and client have a desire for new experiences and travel, taking a simple, thoughtful and meaningful approach to life. Though these are typical profiles, other users may include those looking for alternative answers to health issues that western medicine has not improved or users embarking on a new lifestyle. Sarasota is a desirable location for this retreat because of the demographic of educated people who can be more understanding of alternative healing therapies. Research Rationale This research aims to improve the health of the mind, body and soul of people through the use of natural healing techniques, communal support and healthy, sustainable design. This research will use comparative arguments to explore opposing perspectives of the thesis. It will investigate the healing ability inherent in a design which incorporates nature in contrast to a building constructed without awareness of the environment. A communal support system can act as encouragement and reassurance in learning. A personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s comfort and understanding when learning alone will be contrasted with the effectiveness of learning when that subject is with other people. Subjects will be interviewed on their learning experiences and impressions while interacting with participants in a holistic program or environment. Regarding the site, the project could be retrofitted into an existing building in junction with improved systematic efficiencies; it could also be a candidate for biotechtural design to be built for optimum efficiency in its exact

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location. LEED Standards and careful budgeting will play a managerial role in the design to set an example for future projects as one that can be implemented anywhere. Project Organization The project will inform the needs of the space in relation to the senses, and to encourage a close familial atmosphere. Lighting, color, air quality and circulation, acoustics, and indoor to outdoor views are of the utmost importance, as they are highly effective to the human psyche. Spacial planning will determine adequate square footage needs for each area, and adjacency planning will delegate outdoor access and views to spaces which require them most. Multifunctional spaces must allow flexibility for large or small groups, for uses that may include informative workshops, yoga, meditation, tai chi, dietary learning, and others. Additional activity spaces may include a sauna or sweat lodge, swimming facilities, acupuncture, massage, and consultation offices. Facilitative spaces need to cater to permanent and work-exchange staff, as well as live-in guests since they will all be designated as one body of people, without separation. This is the programmatic implementation of a family home style dwelling, which will provide enough privacy for each inhabitant, while also encouraging collaboration, interaction, education, and comfort. User needs will include laundry, sleeping quarters, kitchen and dining, and social spaces. The facility may accommodate up to 25 inhabitants at a time, with regard for ADA standards. Historical research, case studies, survey, and interview will be the main highways of research. Images and information will illustrate how sustainable design compliments holistic practices to create a supportive connection between users, space, and nature. The program document will illustrate the design considerations needed to absolve the research question, including bubble diagrams to illustrate particular spacial needs. The bubble

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diagram will show how each space interacts with one another and encourages inhabitants to do the same. Inspirational images and concept in conjunction with a project statement will be the driving force of the design application. Parti diagrams and perspective sketches will give the feel of the design graphically, along with a materials pallet to give more information about color and sustainability in the space. A floor plan will show the design in connection with nature and the human factors which make the design holistically comfortable, educational, and communally encouraging.

7 Chapter 2: Historical, Observational, and Interactive Research Can Sustainable Design and Communal Living Practices Enhance Holistic Healing In a Live-In Wellness Retreat?

Historical Research Time has changed the thought and methodology many times over regarding medical practice, the human effect on the environment, and communal living. All of these concepts have been present as far as history goes back, some recognized and some simply accepted without conscious acknowledgement. Interior design has the ability to enhance the efficacy of holistic healing in a communal living setting. Sustainable design works particularly well with the goals of holistic communities, as they often incorporate the same virtues in everyday life, and in medicine, as are seen in environmentally conscious design Medicine in History. Medicine has forever been a way to heal the body, practiced by a single person who knows the way best. In some cultures, this person is called a “medicine man”, in others a “shaman” and in others a “physician”; but all these people have the same goal to heal. About 6,000 years ago, the human body was thought to operate by magic using charms and potions to rid the body of harmful spirits thought be the source of sickness. It wasn't until about 5,000 years ago that the body was being studied in China, India Greece and Egypt. These cultures studied the body as a system of physical, mental, and spiritual unity, function inside the universe. Through surgical studies, civilizations learned the function of human life, including the energy that powered the body, supplying vitality and healing ability. (Monte, 1993, p.7). From the very beginning, medicine was thought to be an issue of spirit, rather than the physical function of the body's systems. Practitioners believed in a balance between these systems to achieve true health. It was not until the last few centuries that man has though of medicine as an

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applied science, rather than a methodology to enhance the body's natural healing ability. “The idea of life force points to a major difference between these early traditional societies and modern ones dominated by the tools and techniques of scientific medicine” (Monte 1993, p.8). Modern orthodox medicine has the benefit of a quick fix, while traditional healing has the benefit of long term results, by treating the root of the problem. We are fortunate to have a myriad of methods to heal a sickness, however the stance of this research is that the triple bottom line of regular medicine is harmful to the environment during production and can be detrimental to the patient as well, while holistic natural methods rarely cause damage to related or unrelated parties. Interior design is needed by both medical practices in very different ways. Orthodox medicine requires a sterile environment to minimize germs and the spread of disease by using unsustainable synthetic materials and harsh chemical cleaners. The environment minimally accommodates for the comfort of the patient, and is designed for the ease of sterilization. However, studies have shown that when natural elements are incorporated into healthcare design, including plants, views, and art, that patients heal faster and more completely. “Over the past several decades, research in a variety of fields has shown that contact with nature generates emotional, physiological, social and cognitive benefits in a wide array of contexts…improved emotional functioning, improved attention capacity and feelings of self-worth, and reduced mental and physical stress” (Guenther 2008, p.85). This is a strong point in holistic healthcare. The spirit of the facility has a direct effect on the patient, which the practitioner understands as a healer of not only the body, but the mind and spirit as well. The functional design plays an impact on the health of the building itself regarding interior air quality, light quality and other human comfort factors. Design should be used as an additional healing method to calm the body and boost the spirits. This attention to a naturalistic interior atmosphere makes sustainable design

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particularly suited to holistic healing practices. When looking at the triple bottom line with intent to build sustainably, a designer must look at the practice of the client, the manufacturing and materials used in the design, and the function of the building as a whole system to ensure a healthy environment. In a modern medical practice, the design must endure the heavy traffic and chemicals going in and out of the facility for treatment, the synthetic and sometimes environmentally harmful materials that must be used to ensure durability and sterilization, and the resource consumption of the methods practiced in the facility. These factors make for a very unsustainable environment that is removed from natures healing ability. When green design is employed in an alternative healing environment, sustainability is only increased by the simple methods used, lack of chemicals in the environment, and the acknowledgement of a need for nature's presence in the space.

Figure 2.1 Image of sterile hospital environment, a nurse and a cancer patient from Chernobyl. This image illustrates the cold nature of design in orthodox medicine protocol. Found at sciencephoto.com

Figure 2.2 Many holistic retreats treat natural elements as a priority in the design. Ojai soul spa, shown above, features and interior space outside, while still providing the comforts and privacy of indoors. Found at Our-healing-hub.com

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Sustainability in History. When talking of sustainability, in the beginning it was not sustainability, it was common sense and respect for a system which was not fully understood. Before the first settlers on the American continent arrived, the Native Americans knew how to work with the land and gain form it's resources without depleting them. When the British ships eventually hit land in 1492, they were quick to harvest, consume and expand on the new land that seemed infinite. Americans today have not learned to give up that lust for new merchandise, and want continuously more of it; but everything comes at a cost. Today we see a cost in third world countries which are being exploited for cheap labor, war over resources, and the degradation of the environment throughout the world. We have continuously continued to exploit the Earth's resources and thus have sparked more and more support to conserve and respect the natural world. Some of the first efforts towards this mission came during the time of the industrial revolution, when we first began to see a coal-fueled economy. In the late 1800's, President Roosevelt passed the first environmental regulations; the General Revision Act to conserve land, and the Refuse Act, to monitor water quality (Winchip, 2007, p.15) Conservationist and writer, John Muir founded the Sierra Club, an organization meant to preserve a “wild nature”, in 1892 to continue building on these efforts. Support also came through in writing and art to reach another public with passion for a cause (Winchip, 2007, p.13). Henry Davis Thoreau was a key figure in the mid 1800's, as a profound writer who drew the attention of countless minds towards the issues of the environment. Buckminster Fuller was also a visionary of this time, for his goal “to anticipate and solve humanities major problems through the highest technology by providing more and more life support for everybody, with less and less resources” (Winchip, 2007, p.14). He was able to see the direction that humanity was heading. There was a boom in environmental effort in the 1960's and 70's that came with the

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knowledge of chemical dangers effecting both humanity and the environment. This sparked the beginning of a chemical battle between manufacturer and public.

Figure 2.3 Buckminster Fuller’s geodesic dome design, meant to go over Manhattan, NY. A futurist thinker, Fuller saw that solutions would be needed to sustain both human life and the environment in the future. Found at spreadartculture.com

Many of the efforts from then on have been dismissed, due to the radical scenes experienced during the revolt of the Vietnam War. Today however, scientists, politicians and the public all over the world acknowledge environmental issues as a common-sense-concern that will eventually threaten humanity's wellbeing on a global scale. Many educational institutes, news forums, free papers, magazines, and others have been created to continue the spread of this important knowledge, which is now being implemented in many societies around the world. Communal Living in History. This surge is environmental support and rejection for social norms in the mid-late century brought about many counter cultures. They were formed with a life purpose in mind, and often attracted people who were united by that one common goal. As Robin Guenther says in Sustainable Healthcare Architecture (2008), being in a natural setting can actually promote a social lifestyle and encourage group connections (p. 85). Naturalistic living was often part of this goal and fit in directly with a communal lifestyle. Communal living can be traced back to the beginning of human kind, when we were animals, and lived in clan-like formations. Also called “eco-villages” and “intentional communities”, these names delineate the idea that the people involved have a clear intent in their lives together,

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with conscious attention invested in the environment, and with a value of the importance of the collective. With this commonality comes comfort and trust amongst the inhabitants of the space, and thus the belief that as a whole, they may function as one for the greater good, often adopting the beliefs of the group and leaving their known lifestyle behind. A study done in Vancouver, Canada in 1996 studied relationships between household members and trends in housing history, results showed that â&#x20AC;&#x153;...physical environments and psychological events are seen as being inseparable, mutually defining, and a single unit of analysis. The home may be a source of selfidentity, to relating to others, of maintaining privacy and refuge, of providing continuity and stability, or establishing heritage, and so onâ&#x20AC;? (Browne, 1997, p.9). Interior design has a direct correlation to the function and success of an intentionally communal household. As the cradle to cradle manifesto illustrated, we should be living in a closed loop system, and therefore every detail of design should be accounted for as a meaningful element that will affect the lives of the building inhabitants. Nature should be an integral part to any space to create a connection between the built and natural environments and can encourage health of the mind, body, and spirit. Design is a fundamental aspect to the holistic well-being of the inhabitants as well as quality of life and experience.

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Survey Research Several methods were used to gather information from the population. This survey produced results from a random sample online of 53 US citizens in the topics of health, learning, and living practices. The following is an analysis of those results. This facility will incorporate a strong presence of nature with the comfort of the indoors. To determine the most effective elements of design to facilitate relaxation in this environment, online survey participants were asked “On a nice day of weather, when do you feel most relaxed?”. The largest majority responded to being outdoors near a body of water, while the second largest majority responded to being outdoors observing nature. It is clear that a presence of natural elements will enhance a relaxing atmosphere. When participants were asked about the most effective method of relaxation used indoors, the results pointed towards a design focus to facilitate atmosphere more than a design element. In alternative responses offered, participants indicated that they desire an environment away from the everyday, for example, “In the woods away from people” or “laying in my bed next to my open window”. There is a need for a serene mental state, mostly encouraged by nature.

When Do You Feel Most Relaxed Indoors? When you have a view outside When there is low lighting and ambiance When the colors are cool blues and greens When the colors are warm reds and oranges When you are listening to music

Figure 2.4 Pie chart showing survey respondents’ preferences regarding indoor relaxation

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Concerning communal living and learning, an overwhelming majority of 72% responded that when living with 15 people whom they did not know personally but whom had similar interests as they did, they would prefer to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with shared social and cooking areas. This information is relevant to space planning and privacy considerations. About half of participants stated that they feel most comfortable of accepting new ideas when they are learning and thinking with people they know well. These results signify that this random sample feels most at ease when they have their own private space when they need it and would probably visit this facility with at least one friend or close relation.

If You Were to Move Into a House With 15 People Whom You Did Not Know, But Whom Share Similar Interest With you, Would You Prefer... Other (please specify) to have private sleeping quarters in a separate building or zone from the social and cooking spaces to have the space sectioned into separate, individualized apartment style living to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with social and cooking spaces shared to keep the entire space open and shared with housemates 0.00% 10.00% 20.00% 30.00% 40.00% 50.00% 60.00% 70.00% 80.00%

Figure 2.5 Bar graph showing survey respondents’ living style preferences in a communal living environment

Responses show the most effective method by which participants feel optimally healthy requires integration between food, nature and physical activity, with some responses also showing a need for social interaction to be healthy. These results tell me that a combination of methods will achieve total health of the body, mind, and spirit. All of these activities can be held

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in social spaces, bringing in a sense of community and open air to holistic health. Participants were also asked about the most important result of sustainable building. The majority of responses showed that participants want a continual connection with nature; 76% responded “to encourage respect and preservation of the Earth”, 74% responded “Integration of nature into the indoors with plants, materials, views and fresh air”. Responses also showed a responsibility for the natural environment through alternative and reduced energy use and waste, as well as improvements in interior building wellness. Summary of Online Survey Results. These results prompt the design to have multiple types of housing for visiting groups of different sizes and to use creative design techniques to create an open environment that also feels secure and somewhat private for guests. Design must facilitate programs which incorporate nature into healing methods for the mind, body and spirit. Interior design will be used to create a natural and healthy atmosphere using plants and water, materials, views, fresh air, lighting, music, and community.

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Observational Research The Hostel in the Forest is a circulating communal hostel where employees live, work and learn. Many workers are work-exchange participants, as the hostel always needs different people with different skills to keep it running up to date. Steady employees may only stay for a few months, and even the hostel manager is elected on a term basis. The Hostel in the Forest is a great example of an environment that brings wholeness of the mind, body, and soul through a community connection. The mission statement reads: The world would be a much healthier and better place if all its inhabitants advocated sustainability instead of unlimited growth. Rather than trying to control nature and use it as a resource for development, we should revere it, respect it, and work with it. The Hostel in the Forest is taking steps to manifest this vision. We see that natureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s creatures, including humans, animals, birds and insects share the same land in a unique manner. Inspired by the creativity found in the natural environment, we have transformed our ideas into actions by having an organic vegetable garden used in our dinners each night, recycling our wastes, having a cutting-edge gray-water system, watering plants with a solar powered irrigation system, and using a worm box that composts our table scraps into fertilizer for the garden. Hostel members sleep in tree houses, hike the T-trails through the 133 acre forest, swim and paddle canoes in the lake, take part in the healing process of walking our labyrinth, participate in the sweat lodges held on the nights of the full moon, eat a healthy vegetarian or vegan meal each night, and attend the many educational retreats and lectures designed to teach us how to move toward a wholesome and more sustainable future. We invite you to visit us and be a part of our work in progress; even participate in helping us with our projects, if you so desire.

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Figures 2.6-2.17 were found at ForestHostel.com or taken by Ariella Luke

Figure 2.6 Main Entrance to Hostel in the Forest The campus is made of different small buildings for different uses, requiring less energy to function each single unit.

Figure 2.7 Outside View of patio and reception Living Room at Hostel in the Forest Indoor and outdoor spaces are often connected with patios, walkways and windows.

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Figure 2.8 Right The Glass House Exterior is built around nature, creating a feeling of complete oneness. Figure 2.9 Below Glass House Interior is filled with light. It has the essence of the outdoors and the flexibility to become an outdoor space.

Figure 2.10 Right The Bamboo Hut sleeping quarters looks over a labyrinth from the double windows. Figure 2.11 Below The bamboo hut has one double bed inside, as well as some lighting and small trinkets. The housing is made to encourage socialization using minimalism.

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Figure 2.12 Above This outdoor kitchen is molded completely out of clay and built to use only fire to cook; and energy free kitchen Figure 2.13 Below The interior kitchen is organized for use by everyone with ample storage and designated food shelving for guests (not shown). Food preservation is not needed because everything uses is fresh from the chicken or the garden.

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Figure 2.14 Right The outdoors are filled with trails and watering holes. There is every opportunity to connect with nature in a solitary state or social setting. Figure 2.15 Below The Front Porch shows personality of all guests and employees from years past.

Figure 2.16 Right Details are fun and inviting around every corner. This is a bathtub-hot tub landing along the wooded trails. Figure 2.17 Below A nearby lake provides swimming and fun at the end of the day of hard work.

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Interactive Research

Dr. Melinda Leeson (personal communication, February 29, 2012). A licensed practitioner of Chinese, homeopathic and herbal medicines, Dr. Leeson runs her own health practice in Sarasota, Fl with intent to heal as many people as she can. She began acknowledging the power of alternative medicine through a chiropractor and now stands holistically healthy, not having been out or work for a sick Figure 2.18 Portrait of Dr. Melina Leeson as seen on her website

day since 1987. Her clinic, Nature’s Own Wellness, began

in 2000 with the intent “to use medicine the way nature intended to restore whole-body health.” An interview provided insight on Dr. Leeson’s thoughts about health, education, government and architecture. On her website, Dr. Leeson claims she is uniquely qualified to Sarasota. She says so because of the unique demographics of the area. There are several demographic factors that Dr. Leeson has observed through the years that determine a client’s success in a holistic program. Sarasota is composed of many people who have relocated from another place, and who have likely lived a life of education, work and wealth. Dr. Leeson says that with education, comes a better understanding and acceptance of holistic healing as an alternative medicine. Many people who travel here have achieved a type of liberal arts education, where she finds they have an acute ability to solve problem. Citizens who were born and raised in Sarasota, generally have acquired a lower level of education, like many other place in the US and have been taught to “trust the doctor, whatever the doctor says” quoted Melinda. Without a wider world experience, it is more

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difficult for the human mind to accept foreign ways of thought. Melinda restricts her schedule to one patient per hour, specifically to allow enough time to teach the client how and why they are sick. There is a much greater deal of education needed in a healing process which is not so mainstream and not readily taught to the public. She is sure to take change step by step with the patient and ensure their understanding throughout the process. Patients are also highly insurancedriven when seeking treatment; this can be a problem since holistic medicine is often not recognized as insurance-worthy treatment. She finds that often, a mother or father with a family will return very seldom for follow-up treatment, as their funds are dedicated to family needs. Big executives are often short-term patients because they do not value the time that holistic treatment requires, while small business owners are on their knees for its power and will return just for check-ups. Though financial stature is often the deciding factor for a patient to undergo holistic care, a clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s education is the most important factor in determining their willingness to accept alternative treatment concepts. When asked about her thoughts of the effects of a patients living environment on their health, Dr. Leeson pointed directly to chemicals. A healthy environment is a chemical free environment. She mentioned things like carbon monoxide from garage fumes, outdoor pesticides, fiberglass insulation, mold, and other toxic building materials. Most of her observations pointed to the health of the Indoor Air Quality. In Florida, many people remain in a sealed interior environment that is air conditioned, making it extremely important to pay attention to the cleanliness of the ventilation system, and the chemicals that may be breaking off of materials and entering the body through the air. Dr. Leeson was by no means an expert in green building, but when the term was mentioned, she said â&#x20AC;&#x153;Definitelyâ&#x20AC;?. She recommends plants inside because they help clean the air, and that a natural influence is a positive influence indoors.

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In the opinion of Doctor Leeson, curiosity is without a doubt the most important way to rejuvenate the mind, body, and soul every day. The world is an infinite playground that many people feel they must grow out of when they reach a certain point in their lives, but this is not the case. If we can convince people to acquire â&#x20AC;&#x153;a Sherlock Holmes mentalityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; as Dr. Leeson puts it, we can achieve happiness, self-realization and to continue learning forever.

24 Chapter 3: Building and Site Analysis Can Sustainable Design and Communal Living Practices Enhance Holistic Healing In a Live-In Wellness Retreat?

Location Overview Florida, located in the United States of America is a generally flat state known for its sunny weather and popular coastline. Inland and coastal areas are vastly different; inland areas are used mostly for farming and house a year round population, while the coast attracts tourists and is mostly build to accommodate for a seasonal influx population.

Figure 3.1 Map of Florida, the state of the site location

Figure 3.2 Image of Coastal Florida, a place where the users will have a great deal of interaction with Sarasota culture

The project will be located in Sarasota, Florida, a county on the gulf coast in the mid-region of the state. 5481 Communications Parkway in Sarasota, zip code 34240, is a more rural area, away from the bustle of the city, out in county territory.

Figure 3.3 (Left) Map of Mid West Florida Coast, the region of the site location

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Figure 3.4 (Left) Map of Sarasota County Boundary in which lies the site location

For visitors, transportation is available via public bus, taxi, or boat. Most locals use private automobile and bicycle transportation. An airport is located conveniently in Sarasota and allows quick transition to the destination.

Figure 3.5 Transportation means in the zip code 34240, where the site is located City-data.com

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Figure 3.6 (Left) Map of Sarasota City Bus route, public transportation options for users Tampabayontrack.org

County Overview. Environmentally, Sarasota is rich with wetlands and water-dependent wildlife. The flat land allows for long views across open spaces not occupied by buildings, and easy cultivation of land for food and livestock. Climate is categorized as subtropical averaging in the 40s in the winter and the 90's in the summer with high humidity most of the year. As a shoreline based society there is strong threat of hurricane and flooding, though most storms do not greatly affect the area. The general population is almost split as elderly retirees and citizens living below the poverty line. Middle class is scarce, and a student population is seasonal in the area. The working population is generally corporate, with other jobs to support the tourist market; including restaurant, hospitality, bars, and retail. Sarasota community is very pleasant and embodies the leisure of a beach life. The young population of Sarasota is interested in an alternative lifestyle concerning green living, local food and good quality beer.

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Figure 3.7 Demographical Graph of zip code 34240 City-data.com

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Figure 3.8 Educational demographics Graph of zip code 34240 City-data.com

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Figure 3.9 Housing and age demographics Graph of zip code 34240 City-data.com

Figure 3.10 Future Land Use of Sarasota, 34240 plans to be a mostly rural area City-data.com

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The music and arts scene of Sarasota is extremely strong with many local musicians, artists and venues to support the passion for the talent. John Ringling is a prominent figure of the town, having funded many of the projects that build its foundation; for instance the Ringling Museum and Ringling College. As the founder of the Ringling Bros Circus, there is a myriad of culture coming from the many performers who travelled with the circus. Architecture is also rich here, rooting from Paul Rudolf who began the Sarasota School of Architecture and led the way in a Bauhaus-Fusion style of architecture, unique and new to Sarasota.

Figure 3.11 Birdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eye view of Sarasota Wikipedia.org

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Figure 3.12 Sarasota County Land, an image of what the surrounding wetlands may resemble Review.net

Figure 3.13 Myakka river Park in Sarasota County, an image of what the surrounding landscape may resemble Floridaadventuring.com

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Site Overview This building was constructed in 2012 by Carlson Studio Architects. It was constructed as a green building and functioned most recently as a cancer recovery center. This site is located primarily on marsh and woodland areas. There is a strong presence of natural connection both inside the building and outdoors. The style of the building is modernized yet earthy with special elements like rare petrified wood stilts at the entrance. The building is designed to promote water and energy conservation, proper use of materials, ongoing waste management, indoor environmental quality, daylight and views, and passive systems.

Figure 3.14 Site Map Cancersupportsuncoast.org

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Square Footage: 11,142 SF Occupancy Type: R-1 Residential - Factor: 200 gross A-3 Assembly - Factor: 15 net Load factor: R-1: 16 A-3: 183 Materials: wood, metal (construction) tile, cork, carpet, resin panels, reclaimed/composite wood

Figure 3.15 Sustainability Site Map Carlsonstudios.org

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Figure 3.16 Birdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eye View Context of Site Location. Development is clustered, allowing for a serene atmosphere apart for daily bustle. Googlemaps

Figure 3.17 Birdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eye View Surrounding Environment. The site is greatly undisturbed, while even being inside a business district. Surrounding wetlands are encouragement to spend time outdoors. Googlemaps

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Figure 3.18 Birdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eye View Site Features Wetlands are plentiful around the lot and attract a variety of wildlife Googlemaps

Figure 3.19 Birdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eye View Building plot zoning. Parking is circulated in a very organized manner with plenty of building accesses. Rural trails and views are plentiful, leading out to open land (bottom) Googlemaps

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Figure 3.20 Floor Plan by Carlson Studio Architects Courtesy of Carlson Studio Architects

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Figure 3.21 (Left), 3.22 (Right) Exterior Images Cancersupportsuncoast.org

Figure 3.23(Left), 3.24(Right) Exterior Images Cancersupportsuncoast.org

Figure 3.25(Left), 3.26(Right) Exterior Images Cancersupportsuncoast.org

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Figure 3.27(Left), 3.28(Right) Healing in Architecture The peaceful garden between the two building halves incorporates water, light, natural materials wildlife to help achieve mental wellness

Figure 3.29(Left), 3.30(Right) Healing in Architecture The labyrinth (right) is designed into the site plan for alternative therapies

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Diagrammatic Site Plan

Figure 3.31 Diagrammatic Site Plan shows human condition qualities of the space

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Figure 3.32(Left), 3.33(Right) Interior Photos Left: Donor wall at entry Right: Gift shop, Library, Internet Cafe

Figure 3.34(Left), 3.35(Right) Interior Photos Left: Library Lounge Right: Internet Cafe

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Figure 3.36(Left), 3.37(Right) Interior Photos Left: Conference room and offices Right: Employee Restroom, storage, offices Clustered adjacencies make collaboration easy, with resources like the copy room, conference, restroom and water nearby

Figure 3.3(Left), 3.39(Right) Interior Photos Left: Activity Room Right: Activity Room Program participants can enjoy their favorite hobbies together in these multi-use rooms

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Figure 3.40(Left), 3.41(Right) Interior Photos Left: Building 2, Entry Ceiling Design Right: Building 2 Main Hallway Lighting is motion sensing to conserve energy. A grid layout delivers natural light to the whole space

Figure 3.42(Left), 3.43(Right) Interior Photos Left: Building 2, Multi-purpose meeting room Right: Building 2 Recycling Bar This building is functional for many tasks at one time or useful for a large group gathering. Access to the outside allows an extension of the indoor space to the outside.

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Figure 3.44 Building 2, Multi-purpose exercise/activity space. Lots of light and flexibility of space division make this space forever useful. Yoga, cooking classes, and educational seminars are held here. Access to the outdoors brings the healing into nature, always retaining that connection.

Figure 3.45 Building 2, Multi-purpose childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s activity room. While parents and guardians are attending programs, the kids can learn, play and heal on their own.

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Prominent Building Features -

Petrified wood exterior support columns

Architectural feature; the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Arc of Hopeâ&#x20AC;?

Day lighting and views are found throughout the entirety of the buildings

Interior Environmental Quality feels healthy due to systems, architecture, and materials

LEED Gold Certified

Easily maintenance materials

Circular use building systems

Natural healing landscaping (wetlands)

Labyrinth healing

45Â Â Chapter 4: Precedent Studies

Can Sustainable Design and Communal Living Practices Enhance Holistic Healing In a Live-In Wellness Retreat? The following precedent studies have been chosen based on a global perspective to discover amenities, systems, locations, and design details that may improve future projects of similar nature The Following is a list of relevant Precedent Studies PS1-Alfa Farm PS2- the Newbold House PS3- Sandhill Farm PS4- Earthaven eco Village PS5- Eco Yoga Park

46 Communal Living and Holistic Wellness in a Sustainable Environment Â Precedent Study 1: Alpha Farm, Deadwood, Oregon

92819 Deadwood Creek Rd, United States Project Introduction Alpha Farm is an intentional community of people who have chosen to live and work together to share a more harmonious way of living. At our home in rural western Oregon, we live the largely self-reliant style of a close-knit expanded family; we average 15 to 20 people, including singles, couples and families, and have ranged in age from infants to elderly. (Alpha Farm, Intentional Communities, 2012 March 7). Established in 1972, the family supports itself with assorted freelance work, postal delivery service, farm-based business and a cafe/bookstore/gift shop called Alpha-Bit, their main source of economic support. Socially, they value community, non denominational spirituality and simplicity in life. They express themselves through Quaker meetings, yoga, drum circles, dancing, reading, discussion, and tradition. Week long workshops are held at the farm to teach consensus decision making, by a member who has gained international recognition for ideas. They seek to create an ideal community in harmony with people, nature and life as a whole. (Alpha Farm, Intentional Communities, 2012 March 7).

47 Communal Living and Holistic Wellness in a Sustainable Environment Figure 4.1 An aerial view of the surround region shows little to no nearby civilization, and dense woods surrounding one dead end road. This kind of environment makes for a peaceful and quiet community where ideals are removed from the mainstream society and therefore may find more freedom. Googlemaps

Site Description Alpha Farm sits 25 miles to the west coast, about 55 miles northwest of the nearest city, Eugene, OR. The 280 acre farm is located in the hills of dense forests; it consists of what they call the “new house” built in 1980 as a post office which they now use as a large five bedroom farmhouse, as well as many scattered cabins and trailer domains. They provide a private room for every family member with a shared living and dining area. The family welcomes long term residents and short term residents for any duration of time. They welcome to experimentation within living environments. (Alpha Farm, Intentional Communities, 2012 March 7). Refer to Figures 4.2-4.14 for a visual description of the site.

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All images cited from (Alpha Farm, Intentional Communities, 2012 March 7). Structures of Alpha Farm

Figure 4.2 (Left), 4.3 (Right) Housing at alpha Farm includes a variety of dwellings. The photo to the right is an old wooden building. An old bus is shown to the right, also refurbished.

Figure 4.4(Left), 4.5(Right) The dwelling above shown from two different angles has personality of its own to suit the tenant.

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Culture of Alpha Farm

Figure 4.6(Left), 4.7(Right) Culture on the farm is free-spirited and natural. Work only lasts several hours each day, leaving time to explore ones inner self and connect with nature.

Figure 4.8 Visitors preparing for the seasonal sorghum harvest with excitement

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Figure 4.9(Left), 4.10(Right) Interior spaces reflect a relaxed mentality of the community. Function and comfort comes before aesthetic.

Interiors of Alpha Farm

Figure 4.11(Left), 4.12(Right) Systems are primitive as shown by the heater on the left. The environmental impact of these systems is often less than grid energy use. To the right is the Alpha Bit CafĂŠ, showing eclectic style and handmade goods.

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Figure 4.13(Left), 4.14(Right) The Alpha Bit Café is a main source of income for the farm, as well as a highway for education of the public.

The Newbold House, Morayshire 111 St Leonards Rd, Forres, IV36 2RE, Scotland Project Introduction “Our mission is to develop, practice and teach skills for sustainable living, in harmony with ourselves, each other and the earth.” (Newbold House, 2012 March). The purpose of this community, retreat and workshop center is to teach about a sustainable and organic lifestyle. They understand that for the world to live in sustainable communities, they must make an example of it and first do it themselves. The want to educated visitors in sustainability so they may have the power to transform and heal life issues, physically or spiritually. The Newbold House works in conjunction with the Findhorn Foundation; they live by the following principles:

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deep inner listening and acting from that source of wisdom, co-creation with the intelligence of nature, service to the human and natural world. They provide to the community an assortment of homemade organic goods, and outsource minimal item from local, social and ecologically responsible businesses. They run a volunteer program which teaches people sills which they may use to improve their life. The community is holistically sustainable and thinks of details like composting, paper use, and transportation; it is the cradle to cradle concept they live by. They also bring this into education and offer any service in planning for low carbon travel to arrive to Newbold. They enjoy teaching the knowledge they have learned and aiding people in the journey to a life of understanding. (Newbold House, 2012 March).

53 Communal Living and Holistic Wellness in a Sustainable Environment Figure 4.15 (right) An aerial view shows the Newbold House as a neighborhood ally in a very public location. Aside from this small town the area is rural. Googlemaps Figure 4.16 (below) View upon entry of the Newbold Mansion

Site Description Located on seven acres of land, the community resides in a large Victorian mansion surrounded by organic gardens, and is located almost next door to the main campus of the Findhorn Foundation and the Cluny Hill College. They offer to the public bed and breakfast style retreats, extended workshop driven stays and also rent out their facility for public or community events and workshops. The house was built in 1893 for Colonel Woodcock. It went through several family owners through the year and became a hotel in the 1960's, whereas several rooms were converted for different purposes. In 1979 the Findhorn foundation began renting rooms to expand their workshops, and then in 1983 they purchased the mansion. The house was paid off and operated through donations and guests only ten years later. They are currently renovating the house to become 100% carbon neutral through sun, wind and wood fuel energy sources. They plan to design for maximum efficiency and education. Throughout the grounds of Newbold, the presence of nature is overwhelming. Everywhere there is a natural feature that brings notice to a

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moment. At the entrance of Newbold is a flora-lined driveway adjacent to the fully surrounding woods. The front lawn is the most open space, surrounded by trees leading to the back where the “Crystal Palace” conservatory lies. Around the house are many caravans and yurts where some of the community sleeps. From the back there is a walled view of the vegetable garden which is surrounded by quiet, relaxing nooks. The house itself is designed mostly in wood with Indian details, such as sculpted archways, from the life of the original owner. (Newbold House, 2012 March) Refer to figures 4.17-4.29 for a visual description of the site. All images sited from (Newbold House, 2012 March).

Newbold Grounds

. Figure 4.17(Left), 4.18(Right) Entry from the road to the Newbold house is shown on the left. A stunning sunset image of the house is shown in the right

Figure 4.19(Left), 4.20(Center), 4.21(Right) These images show the landscaping and social nature of the community and largely enjoying the outdoors.

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Newbold Interiors

Figure 4.22 The dining is an intimate sized room that looks over the front yard and Crystal Palace. A plasterwork ceiling gives a sense of importance to the room; it is considered the heart of the house.

Figure 4.24 The ballroom at the front of the house is the largest function room. It has an ample amount of natural light and is flexible to open into the music room via sliding doors. .

Figure 4.23 The Crystal palace conservatory is built in a style similar to Paul Rudolf, using white, glass and daylight to create a tropical, modern feel. It was actually designed by MacKenzie and Moncur.

Figure 4.25 the art room is another function space in the house, it is often used for meditation. Suspected to reside on top of a ley line, buried architecture was found here when the foundations were laid.

56 Communal Living and Holistic Wellness in a Sustainable Environment Â Figure 4.26 most of the guest rooms are branched from a landing on the second floor, adjacent to a grand wooden staircase. Many have been converted from dressing rooms when the house became a hotel, however all have views and adequate space.

Figure 4.27 the library and sanctuary are located in the attic, where quiet comfort is cherished. A small library also is found here and is open for borrowing.

Figure 4.28 two treatment rooms are located near the main courtyard and are rentable for massage, counseling, therapies, and anything else. The rooms are said to have â&#x20AC;&#x153;the perfect atmosphere for healingâ&#x20AC;?.

Figure 4.29 the kitchen is where the daily rhythm begins in the house. Here the community meets for long and short term plans, food preparation and socialization. The space stays warm with the heat of the Aga stove.

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Sandhill Farm, Missouri Northeast region, 35 miles NE of Kirksville, United States Project Summary â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a simple and healthy lifestyle; creativity, ecological sustainability, nonviolence, personal freedom, honest communication, consensus decision-making and emotional support are core values.â&#x20AC;? (Webmaster, 2012 March). Since 1972, Sandhill has been farming organically, providing their own food in hopes to achieve self-sufficiency. Their lands consist of large gardens, orchards, woods, hayfields, bee yards, crop land and pastures. They raise chickens and turkeys, and also hunt deer. They sell many crops, including sorghum syrup, honey, garlic, mustard and horseradish. During the growing season they welcome an influx of visitors to help them harvest the sorghum, which has become their largest income source on the farm as well as a tradition. Members hold a variety of jobs from activist, to office manager, to consultants. They all strive for lives of joy and positivity and follow that path through interaction with each other and their larger surrounding community. They enjoy a spring fed pond nearby both in the summers and winters, and are always conscious of a balance of work and play. They embrace machinery and computers and get most of their power through grid electricity and oil. They garden by hand, use composting toilets, biodynamic farming, permaculture, and holistic healing. We envision Sandhill Farm as a stable, progressive, fluid and vibrant community thriving in abundance. We prioritize building and maintaining the health of our members, systems and facilities. We hope to integrate more alternative energy, natural building, and empowered health care and self sufficiency in our lives. Sandhill Farm, in cooperation with our friends and neighbors, will continue to expand and network a culture of sustainable living in northeastern Missouri. (Webmaster, 2012 March).

58 Communal Living and Holistic Wellness in a Sustainable Environment Â Figure 4.30 An aerial view of the site location show adjacencies to the local town and amenities while having access to natural, rural lands as well. Outside of the development, the land remains void of civilization. .

Site Description Sandhill farm resides on 135 acres in northeastern Missouri. Inside of Scotland county there is a population of only 5,000, lending most of the land to cows, soybeans and corn. Their closer neighbors are only a couple of miles away at fellow eco-villages, as well as the town of Rutledge where general amenities can be found. The community will sometime travel several hours to the larger cities, Columbia, and Quincy, Illinois, for recycling, shopping, and some entertainment. The areas they reside in is generally rural and experiences Midwest seasonal weather. Architecturally, they have an earth sheltered building and an earth bag greenhouse where they use solar energy for their food drying and heating. There are two barns on the land used for lumber and machine storage, and well as sorghum pressing. (Webmaster, 2012 March). Refer to Figures 4.31-4.40 for a visual description of the site. All images cited from (Webmaster, 2012 March)

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Sandhill Structures and Grounds

Figure 4.31 Garden House at Sandhill Farms shows the communities embrace of nature in the living environment.

Figure 4.33 Another building shows architectural inclusion of natural light with a skylight in an old barn, possibly retrofitted for mixed use.

Figure 4.32 A beautiful landscape is a common occurrence in the open lands of Sandhill.

Figure 4.34 Structures and grounds support livestock and agricultural needs.

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Sandhill Agriculture

Figure 4.35 Newly built Earthbag greenhouse adjacent to one of their gardens.

Figure 4.36 building construction of the Earthbag Greenhouse. Earthbag constructions is a building method using local, natural materials, and comes to be very reliable.

Figure 4.37 Excited volunteers hustling to the Sorghum fields for the traditional harvest.

Figure 4.39 The community keeps bees and produces honey as another type of cash income.

Figure 4.38 A community member processing the sorghum harvest in one of the barns.

Figure 4.40 Agriculture is completed by hand with the help of many interns and volunteers each year.

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Earthaven Eco Village, Black Mountain, North Carolina 5 Consensus Circle, United States Project Summary Founded in 1994, Earthaven has dedicated themselves to caring for people and the Earth by learning, educating and living in a sustainable and holistic community. Imagine itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s summer at Earthaven, an aspiring eco village settlement nestled in the forested slopes of the Southern Appalachians. Along with murmuring streams and birdsong, you hear the sounds of human activity, of people building their common future together, of children at playâ&#x20AC;Ś (Diana Leafe et al, (2012 March). The community at Earthaven practices their own sustainable forestry using mostly naturally felled trees, responsible agriculture and bioregional culture. They also hire each other for jobs whenever possible to avoid banks and keep the earnings in the community. They currently house about 60 members and intend to reach 150 in the foreseeable future. They make their living through carpentry, tool rental, solar system installations, wooden crafts, and various types of consultation and holistic healing. Residents are free to choose to be omnivore, vegetarian or vegan, depending on their own preferences. Their goals include the following: To promote and ensure the long-term structural integrity of the community; To catalyze local and global change through learning, teaching, and networking; To shift from wasteful to regenerative use of resources; To use and develop ecologically sound technologies for water, waste, energy, construction, and other essential systems; To develop and support a thriving local economy; To grow, raise, and trade our own food, medicines, and forestry products in an environmentally responsible, bioregional network; To practice fair, participatory, and effective self-governance; To encourage an

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atmosphere in which diverse spiritual practices, conscious connection to all beings, and progressive social action can thrive; To nurture personal growth, interpersonal understanding, and mutual trust, as the foundation for a deeply connected human community; To practice healthy, holistic lifestyles that balance self-care with care for others; To create a culture of celebration, beauty, and pleasure; To use capital and labor resources to provide common infrastructure and meet our collective needs. (Diana Leafe et al, (2012 March). They follow these goals in order to create a village which will guide and educate a sustainable human future.

Figure 4.41 topographical map showing Earthavenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s neighborhood spread

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Figure 4.42 Drawn map showing directions to get to Earthaven

Figure 4.43 detailed map showing building locations around the site

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Site Description Earthaven resides on 320 acres, 40 miles southeast of the city of Asheville. In the mountains, they live with abundant water and biodiversity at 2000-2600 feet elevations. Thus far in their development, they have formed roads, ponds, bridges, campgrounds, off grid energy systems, a council Hall, and many small residence dwellings; in 2009 they had a total of 35 buildings in 14 neighborhoods. The village has set aside specific wilderness areas to preserve the plentiful and diverse wilderness of their surroundings, and have gone to great length to educate and act in the preservation of their clean water supply. They are developing a permaculture site plan that includes neighborhoods and business buildings as well. In this plan, they set aside the flatter plains for agriculture to retain water in the land, and thus keeping building dry on the slopes. They use roof water cache systems and replenish the land by layer biomass. The community buildings they currently have are passive solar, and individual homes are built of natural materials with living roofs and thermal insulated with mud, straw, a wood chip clay mixture, or recycled cotton or cellulose. The buildings on site are eclectic and ecologically influenced, several of which are built of straw bale, adobe, cob, and recycled fruit juice pallets. Reuse is prominent and brings creativity to many aspects of their living. They use 100% off-grid electricity from hydro, micro hydro, solar and micro solar systems. They do not require much energy otherwise with the use of passive heating and cooling, and self-sustainability of other systems. (Diana Leafe et al, (2012 March). Refer to Figures 4.44-4.56 for a visual description of the site. All images cited from (Diana Leafe et al, (2012 March)

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Earthaven Culture

Figure 4.44 images showing function, work and community at Earthaven.

Earthaven Structures

Figure 4.45 Gateway Neighborhood Near the entrance to Earthaven, has common agricultural land nearby. Best for farmers, growers and livestock.

Figure 4.47 Hut Hamlet Used for temporary housing while residents build houses. Very near to the center of the village, it consists of three small huts, a central kitchen, dining room and shower facilities.

Figure 4.46 Forest Garden Neighborhood A mixed-use residential neighborhood located about a five minute walk from the center of the village. There are several businesses on that path.

Figure 4.48 Village central and Hickory Knob The ‘downtown” of Earthaven, where the Council Hall is found, as well as the white Owl Lodge, the Trading Post general Store, and the Internet Café. The Earthaven School of Natural Building is under construction here also.

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Figure 4.49 Village Terraces Neighborhood Figure 4.50 Hickory Knob Compact Neighborhood Family based cohousing neighborhood near the center of the These are smaller sites located between Hickory village. Residents here work together to communicate and Knob and the Village Terraces. honor their health inside shared common spaces. Common agricultural land is available here.

Figure 4.51 Bellavia gardens Located on flat land with common agricultural space, close to the village center. This building provides private and shared spaces, and currently includes one home and business.

Figure 4.52 Medicine Wheel This cooperative house offers room for apprentices and work exchange residents, as well as class room space. This neighborhood boasts great views and agricultural land

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Figure 4.53 Hawk Holler Includes six secluded homes in quiet neighborhood, ten minutes form village center. Springs, creek and hiking are nearby, these houses could support a couple with a rental apartment, or become duplexes. .

Figure 4.55 Middle Rosy branch High elevation site, about ten minutes from the village center. This house gets plentiful sun and has common agricultural land.

Figure 4.54 Lower Rosy Branch Higher elevation site, about seven minutes from village center, included common agricultural land. This neighborhood has one â&#x20AC;&#x153;hobbit houseâ&#x20AC;? so far, with another being constructed.

Figure 4.56 Upper Rosy Branch Even higher elevation site with more sun about 15 minutes form village center. Very quiet and removed, no interior roads.

Two other neighborhoods, Piney Knob and East End are currently being developed for homes, with some under construction.

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Eco Yoga Park, Bueno Aires, Argentina General Rodriguez, Buenos Aires 2748 , Brazil Project summary Eco Yoga Park describes itself as â&#x20AC;&#x153;a unique rural eco-village and eco hostelâ&#x20AC;? offers man visits for workshops mostly including yoga, meditation, music therapy, oriental philosophy, as well as volunteer work experience; they recommend at least a week stay to get the full experience of sustainable life. They have designed the program to provide experiential eco living. They offer sustainable activities for education, and hope to awaken people to their inner harmonies through daily yoga and meditation. They want to teach about sustainable building construction and have become an example through their own construction on site. The workshops are offered as a day retreats, weekly stays, and so on. They do not put limits on volunteering stays and offer that after two months of volunteering a guest is welcome to become a permanent resident or staff member. Volunteering and guest stays include room, board and food for every visitor. They have made the park very accommodating and easy to get to with many amenities addressed. They serve only lactovegetarian/vegan food, which is produced almost entirely from their organic gardens, and served at certain times inside schedules that a visitor is expected to follow during their stay (mostly for short time visitors and retreats). Eco Yoga Park is a member of and International Eco Village Network Association and provides volunteers with and International Validity Certificate. (Eco Yoga Park, 2012)

69 Communal Living and Holistic Wellness in a Sustainable Environment Â Figure 4.57 Aerial View of Eco Yoga park location in Argentina. The site is within close proximity to city yet has open lands to foster a greater connection with nature and renewed self. googlemaps

Site Description Eco Yoga Park is located 60 kilometers from the center of the closest city, Buenos Aires. They are located inside the Argentinean Pampas and surrounded by wildlife, and beautiful landscape, sunsets and sunrises. They are currently constructing several new projects which use a holistic approach to design. The adobe huts include specialty interior plaster finishes, raised, recycled wood floors, and thatched roofs. They are equipped with dry toilets, a water treatment system and wood stove heating. They have found that this type of construction is effective throughout the different climates of the year. They use natural lighting predominately and focus on minimal

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energy consumption. They are also planning a new dining and restaurant area which will include high rise ceilings and give a panoramic view of the park. They have constructed some huts out of soda bottles with mud finishing, and use other earthship techniques as well. (Eco Yoga Park, 2012) Refer to Figures 4.58-4.87 for a visual description of the site. All images cited from (Eco Yoga Park, 2012) Eco Yoga Park Design Culture

Figure 4.58(Left), 4.59(Center), 4.60(Right) Architectural details with spiritual focus

Figure 4.61(Left), 4.62(Right) Landscape Details, a labyrinth on the left, painted rocks on

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Figure 4.63(Left), 4.64(Center), 4.65(Right) Details with personality

Eco Yoga Park Daily Activities

Figure 4.66(Left), 4.67(Right) Landscaping

Figure 4.68(Left), 4.69(Right) The community in their free time. Activities include nature walks, reading, eating, yoga meditation and relaxation.

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Figure 4.70(Left), 4.71(Right) Yoga and meditation is almost a religion here with daily practice.

Figure 4.72 Visitor/volunteer practicing meditation alone outside the ashram. Figure 4.73(Bottom Left), 4.74(Bottom Right) Culture includes fire gatherings and horse riding. Local transportation is close by as shown in 4.76

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Eco Yoga Park Interior and Outdoor Living Spaces

Figure 4.75(Left), 4.76(Right) Interiors are Tibetan/ Indian influenced with variety of seating and natural soft materials. Informal environment fosters social interaction and gathering. Natural light is prominent.

Figure 4.77(Left), 4.78(Right) Relaxing home time makes for enjoyable working at the hostel. The buildings are integral with nature and the landscape. Furniture enhances that, giving a lazy and comfortable atmosphere even outside.

Figure 4.79(Left), 4.80(Right) Interior spaces show artistic design and natural influence in construction and form. This community enjoys simple spaces with an outdoor/ indoor feeling.

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Figure 4.81(Left), 4.82(Right) Resident abodes show bamboo construction and playful architecture. Thatch roves fit the climate well.

Figure 4.83(Left), 4.84(Right) Architecture appeals to many types of guests from the eclectic earthy to more reserved guests. There is always an artistic style incorporated.

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Qualitative Analysis Table 4.1 Word searched

PS1 Alpha Farm, OR

PS2 Newbold House, Scotland

Education/teach Health Holistic Rural Harmony Local Environment Sustainable Culture Garden Recycle/Recycling Private Natural/Nature Organic Relax Play Together Food Quiet Work/workshop

///

Community Vegetarian Season

/ / / / / / / /

/// / ///////////// //////// /

// //// //// // //////// // /////////// / //// /////

// // / ///////////////////// /// /////////////////////

PS3 Sandhill Farm, MO, USA //// / // / // // // ////

/ // / /// // ///// ////////

///

PS4 Earthaven Eco Village NC, USA

PS5 Eco Yoga Park, Brazil

Totals

/// /////// //

8 11 7 5 8 9 5 23 22 26 3 3 15 15 2 2 10 17 2 49

/ //////

50 8

/// / //////////// ///////////////// /////// // / ////// /// / / //////// / ///// //////////// /

/ // // / / /// / //// //// // / ////

Results gathered from pages “Home/Intro”, “About Us”, and “Mission/Vision/Goals” on each precedents website.

Summary The most commonly used words in order from most common to least common were found as follows: Community; Work/Workshop; Garden; Sustainable; Culture; Natural/Nature; Organic; Health; Together, the remaining words scored below ten counts. These words outline the living atmosphere and morals which are held most important.

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Quantitative Analysis Table 4.2 PS1 Alpha Farm Oregon

PS2 Newbold House, Scotland

PS3 Sandhill Farm Missouri

PS4 Earthaven Eco Village, North Carolina

PS5 Eco Yoga Park, Brazil

% in use now

% in future plan

% not addressed on website

Sustainability Precedent Comparison Chart Solar power Hydro power Wind power Wood fuel minimal grid energy use Local materials Site Orientation Recycled/Natural materials Alternative Construction (earthbag, adobe, straw bale, etc) Low/Zero VOC Natural ventilation Natural lighting Energy efficient utilities Rainwater collection/grey water treatment Eco-toilets (low flush, waterless, composting) Organic gardens Passive heating, cooling Sustainable building material harvesting Use of biofuel Retrofitted housing Flexibility of spaces

* *

* -

* *

20% 100%

40% 0%

* -

* * *

60% 60% 40%

20% 20%

20% 20% 20%

06%

20%

* * *

40% 80% 100% 20%

0% 0% 0% 0%

60% 20% 0% 60%

40%

60%

40%

20%

40%

* *

100% 80%

0% 0%

0% 20%

40%

60%

20%

80%

60%

40%

60%

40%

* * *

* Currently in use Planning for the future [blank] Not addressed on website

* *

* * *

60% 20% 0%

0% 20% 40%

40% 60% 60%

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Table 4.3

Amenities Comparison Organic Garden Yoga Meditation Rental spaces available Overnight accommodations for guests Package/stay includes food Acupuncture Sustainability education Food education Farm animals Private Sleeping quarters Green buildings/ Alternative building/ earthship Holistic living education

PS1

PS2

PS3

PS4

PS5

Alpha Farm, Oregon

Newbold House, Scotland

Sandhill Farm, Missouri

Earthaven Eco Village, North Carolina

Eco Yoga Park, Brazil

Percentage Of inclusion

* * *

100% 20% 60% 40%

100%

* *

80% * *

20% 80%

80% 40% 60%

* *

40%

60%

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Summary and Conclusion After reviewing all five precedent studies, Alpha Farm, The Newbold House, Sandhill farm, Earthaven, and Eco Yoga Park, information pertaining to spacial needs, desired amenities, sustainability and cultural activity will influence the design. Flexibility is key and helps foster future development, encourage sustainability through reuse, and allow for change. Educational environments are needed with strong connection to the outdoors, as most of the learning happens with influence and respect for the environment. A certain level of privacy is needed while still holding a connection to the community for both residents and guests. Length of stay should be flexible, as well as food options and availability in order to attract a more diverse group of guests. Holistic living education often goes hand in hand with food, exercise (spiritual and physical) and an appreciation for nature. Design and sustainable building methods should enhance these activities to achieve a holistic understanding of this way of life.

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Space

Description

Area

Adjacency

Furniture/ fixtures

Plumbing/ equipment

Privacy

Lighting

Notes

Organic garden

This garden provides food for the retreat. It also serves as an educational example for organic gardening. It will include a variety of set ups, vertical garden, elevated gardens, hanging plants, hydroponics, aquaponics, and conventional planting

127

Garden house kitchen

work tables

Solar panels, chalkboard/ msg board, hose

N/A

Consider earth bag, or adobe construction

Garden house

Storage for gardening equipment like hoses, soil, shelves, seeds, etc. Includes a small work space for drying food, making preserves, and food storage.

110

Organic garden kitchen

Outdoor table and chairs, shelving and cabinet storage, counter space, chopping block

Hose, stove, sink

N/A

Natural, LED down lighting

Consider reclaimed barn wood or adobe construction

Large multiuse space

Can be used for yoga gatherings movie nights, seminars and workshops. This space also serves as a large gathering place and can be rented out for public use and become a source of income.

480

toilets, reception kitchen

Folding tables and chairs, mats, recycling

Sound system, projector system, ample plug sources

Mod.

Variety, recessed LED cans, natural, dimmable pendants

Small closet for storage 30 people

Small multiuse space

Can be used for crafts, individual working and workshops. This space also can be rented out for public use and become a source of income.

240

toilets, library

Folding tables chairs, ample storage shelving and cabinets, recycling

Sound system, flat screen

Min visual

Natural, recessed LED

Include small closet for furniture and craft supplies (exterior accessibility) 15 people

Sleeping quarters 5 single bunk rooms 3 double bed rooms

Single80 Double156 Total 468

Toilets, showers, laundry

Variety of beds (bunk, single double), built in shelving, drawers, chest storage

N/A

max

Natural, task, LED, concept

View is important

Laundry/ Housekeeping /storage

Sleeping quarters

Ample counter and storage spaceshelving and cabinetry, some seating optional

Washer, dryer, clothesline

Min acoustic

LED cans, natural

Organization, grey water piping

Showers include 2

Beds for guests and resident staff, interns. Minimal design encourages people to get out of the room and interact in the social spaces and workshops Visitors and staff use this area for personal washing as well as for the whole retreat. Storage holds natural cleaning products and extra facility supplies Showers use reclaimed and filtered rainwater, and thus are encouraged to be short. Showers are shared by all guests and staff.

Toilets, sleeping quarters, laundry

Bench

Shower and drain, piping to gray water

Max

Natural, recessed, concept

Computer room

Check up on current events or personal needs. This station is located next to the library to also help with

268

Library reception

2 person desk, 2 chairs,

2 desktop computers, shared printer, scanner, storage for office

min

Natural, pendant LED, task

Showers are designed for a memorable experience to begin or end the day with outdoor influence. consider glare

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supplies

Shared kitchen

Fully stocked ovo-lactovegetarian kitchen with access to the outside.

120

Dining room Organic garden

Ample counter and storage space for dishes and cooking needs. Get creative, Bench style table, bar seating, serving counter, extra chairs

Gas stove, gas oven, wood stone oven (outdoors) general kitchen appliances N/A

min

Natural, pendant

Multiple access point, plan for heavy circulation

Dining room

Shared meals happen here twice a day to bring importance to meal time, and consciousness to the process of food. The room is otherwise unoccupied and free for smaller gatherings, snacks, and activities.

180

Kitchen, toilets

min

Natural, pendant

Access to outside

Quiet meditation

A Peaceful, quiet space for personal or group work. A multi-use space.

Flexible outdoors

Library garden

N/A

Sound system

max

Natural, conceptual

Outdoor influence

Reception/ living room

A meeting space to welcome new visitors into a comfortable environment. This multi-use space could be used for group fun or individual quiet time.

252

Kitchen entrance

Sofas, chairs, coffee table, reception counter, desk chair, key storage cabinet

Computer, office supplies

Natural, LED

Consider ADA

Fire pit

Let spirit loose or relax after dinner and into the night. Community will always gather around warmth, this is a special place to come together.

149

Dining room Kitchen

benching

N/A

Consider fire codes, hose access, proximities

Library

Books are tools for education

125

Lounge seating, book shelving 200LF (flexible)

N/A

mod

Natural, task, conceptual

Design for attraction and imagination, room for growth

Toilets

Compost fixtures or waterless adaptations in an effort retrofit fixtures that are currently present.

192 (not noted for each room)

Computer room, fire pit Reception, small multiuse space Large multiuse Small multiuse Sleeping quarters Showers Dining room

Decentralized toiletry storage shelving

Sink, toilet

max

Natural, recessed LED

Consider current locations, and chases, ADA

Spacial square footage

3239

30% circulation

972

Total square footage

4211

Available space

11,142

Table 5.1

\ outlines the needs, requirements, restrictions, and design decisions of the space. Program Table

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Organic garden Garden house Large multi-use space Small multi-use space Sleeping quarters (4, 2, 1 person) Laundry/ Housekeeping/storage Showers Computer room Shared kitchen Dining room Quiet meditation Reception/ living room Fire pit Library Toilets Spacial square footage 30% circulation Total square footage

Square footage 127 110 480 240 468

Adjacency 2/9 1/9 15/12/9 15/14 15/7/6

Public Access Y N Y Y N

32 268 120

Privacy N/A N/A MOD MOD MAX

Daylight/ View Y Y Y Y Y

Plumbing N Y N Y N

Special Equip. Y Y Y Y N

Consider

MIN

15/5/6 14/12 10/1/2

N Y Y

MAX MIN N/A

Y Y Y

Y N Y

N Y Y

180 flexible 252

9/15 14/1 9

N N Y

N/A MAX N/A

Y Y Y

N N N

N N Y

Location

149 125 192 3239

10/9 8/13/12/4 3/4/5/7/10

Y Y Y

N/A MIN MAX

Y Y Y

N N Y

N Y Y

Fire code Lighting alternatives

ADA Flexibility Flexibility Passive cooling Water use Water use Passive cooling

972 4211

Table 5.2 (Above) Adjacency matrix gives a short overview of the basic needs of the project concerning human factors, architecture and building factors and special factors.

Figure 5.1 (Left) Adjacency matrix is a visual tool to explain the adjacency needs of each space and a rating of their importance.

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Space Organic garden Garden house Large multi-use space Small multi-use space Sleeping quarters 5 single bunk rooms 3 double bed rooms Laundry/ Housekeeping/storage Showers include 2 Computer room Shared kitchen Dining room Quiet meditation Reception/ living room Fire pit Library Toilets Include 3 (?) Spacial square footage 30% circulation Total square footage Available space

area 127 110 480 240 Single- 80 Double156 Total 468 96

Table 5.3 Table shows specifically the square footages of each space in relation to building codes.

32 268 120 180 Flexible outdoors 252 149 125 192 3239 972 4211 11,142

Codes to consider include the IBC 2012, plumbing code, fire code, and zoning codes. Occupancy Type: R-1 Residential - Factor: 200 gross A-3 Assembly - Factor: 15 net Load factor: R-1: 16 A-3: 183 These circumstances require that one lavatory is provided for each 200 people in the assembly space, and that one lavatory and one shower or bathtub are provided for each sleeping unit in the residential spaces. Two exits are needed for the total square footage of the site.

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Figure 5.2

Parti diagram shows behavioral flow within the buildings and the connection between the indoors and outdoors.

Project Goals Sustainability, education and community are the areas of focus for the program. All spaces are designated to enhance these goals. Every design and functional details which can be improved towards sustainable principles will be investigated. The site will have rain barrel and rooftop water collection as well as solar panel energy harvesting. Compostable toilets are desired, the toilets installed will be retrofitted for grey water in lieu of replacement. Passive heating a cooling is harnessed to reduce energy use. The site has a goal of zero foot print. This project aims to program and facilitate wellness of the mind, body, and soul through education, self-realization, and community. Programs encourage group connection but also provide time for private selfdiscovery. Gardening, yoga, meditation, art, nature, food, and other activities will bring guests into the immediate culture of the retreat by making them part of the process of everyday life. A sustainable lifestyle will be taught through active time spent at the retreat; a direct participatory approach. Variety is an integral principle to the design because every guest may need a different path to heal; different activities and spaces will help guests and staff find self knowledge and a sustainable way of life. With a positive experience at the retreat, it is the hope that guests will bring the knowledge with them and spread it. In this way the retreat will work to educate communities around the world through the thread of guests.

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Organic Garden Physical Requirements Work tables Solar panels Chalkboard or message boards Hose

Figure 5.3 (Left) - inkingrey.com Design inspiration for a conventional garden

Figure 5.4 (Left Below)

Bubble Diagram shows adjacencies to the Organic Garden

This garden provides food for the retreat. It also serves as an educational example for organic gardening. It will display a variety of set ups, including vertical garden, elevated gardens, hanging plants and conventional planting. This variety shows that it organic garden can be easily set up without a large investment, a large area of land, or a large labor force. The garden will provide a variety of foods for the kitchen to avoid outsourcing as much as possible.

Figure 5.5-homedesignxtreme.com

Figure 5.6- supergreenme.com

Design inspiration for interior garden terrace

Fish living in an aquaponic garden system

Figure 5.7- ewainthegarden.blogspot.com Design inspiration for vertical garden with repurposed coffee cans

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Garden House Physical Requirements Outdoor table and chairs for five people Shelving and cabinet storage Counter space/ chopping block Stove Sink Figure 5.8 (Left) - cityfarmer.org Design inspiration for an adobe garden house with green roof

Figure 5.9 (Below) Bubble Diagram shows adjacencies to the Garden House

The Garden House will provide storage for gardening equipment like hoses, soil, shelves, seeds, etc. The space will include a small work space for drying food, making preserves, and food storage. The space is design specifically for these tasks because they are processes that require large lengths of time to complete. This area will allow the kitchen to remain open for use when large projects like this are going on. It also brings focus to the garden, and can create a gathering place around growing food.

Figure 5.10- summerhouseart.com

Figure 5.11- designpov.com

Figure 5.12- dailymail.co.uk

Design inspiration for straw bale garden house

Design inspiration for green roof repurposed garden house

Design inspiration garden house built with responsible local resources

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Large Multi-Use Space Physical Requirements Folding tables and chairs Yoga mats Recycling Sound system Projector system Figure 5.13 (Top Left) - drheithaus.blogspot.com Inspirational image of the feeling of the multi-use space Figure 5.14 (Left Below) Bubble Diagram shows adjacencies to the Large Multi-Use Space

This large space can be used for yoga gatherings movie nights, seminars and workshops. This space also can be rented out for public use and become a source of income for the retreat residents. By focusing the earning of income inside the retreat, the community gains contact with the public as a community, instead of individuals working jobs within the larger town or beyond. This space is open and flexible to allow for different activities to peak a variety of interests.

Figure 5.15- restaurantfunds.com

Figure 5.16- decodir.com

Figure 5.17- pilates-equipment.org

Kitchen environment needs design and space for a group of people

Design inspiration for yoga studio; calm, peaceful, inspiring

Design inspiration for yoga studio with natural integration.

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Small Multi-use Space Physical Requirements Folding tables and chairs Ample storage via shelving and cabinetry Small closet Recycling Sound system Flat screen TV Figure 5.18 (Top Left) - favim.com Fun and accessible organization for crafts

This space can be used for crafts, individual working and workshops. This space also can be rented out for public use and become a source of income. As a smaller space, more intimate gatherings may take place here, even one-on-one therapy. Regarding future growth, this space may be transformed into another quest room, or additional space.

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Sleeping Quarters Physical Requirements Bunk, single, double beds Built in shelving Chest of drawers Chest Figure 5.22 (Left) - bonjourlife.com Inspirational image of the creative, natural atmosphere of the sleeping spaces

Figure 5.23 (Below) Bubble diagram shows adjacencies to Guest Quarters

Sleeping Quarters are beds for guests and resident staff, interns, and anyone else who spends time at the retreat. Minimal design encourages people to get out of the room and interact in the social spaces and workshops, resulting in self-realization and conscious experiences. The sleeping quarters will be equipped with only simple amenities; all other needs will be found in communal spaces. This design also brings people to terms with the idea that there is nothing to hide and that the retreat is a safe, home-like environment.

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Laundry/ Housekeeping Storage Physical Requirements Ample counter space Built-in shelving Lockable cabinetry 2 chairs Electric washer and dryer Clothesline Figure 5.27 (Above) - lauramarchbanks.com

Grey water piping system

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Visitors and staff use this area for personal washing as well as general upkeep for the whole retreat. Storage holds natural cleaning products and extra facility supplies. This is a good place for educational experiences because only simple, everyday tasks happen here, things that people do not pay mind to on a usual day. By using products that are not immediately recognizable, it draws interest and curiosity.

Figure 5.28 (Above) Bubble Diagram shows adjacencies to the Laundry and Housekeeping

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Allowing laundry to dry naturally saves energy and puts less wear on the garments, making them last longer

Figure 5.30- flicker.com Washing laundry naturally cuts down on energy use and ground water pollution

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Showers Physical Requirements Bench Shower and drain Grey water piping system Towel storage Figure 5.31 (Left) - funkshwaydesign.com Inspirational image of the fresh feeling of showering in the outdoors

Showers use reclaimed and filtered rainwater, and thus are require attention during use depending on the season and how much water has been collected. Showers are shared by all guests and staff, so several stalls will be needed. The showers need adequate privacy and adjacency to both the toilets and the sleeping quarters to make visitors comfortable.

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Computer Room and Library Physical Requirements Two person desk/ chairs Two desktop computers Shared printer Scanner Office supply storage (in desk) Lounge seating 200 LF shelving (flexible, room to grow) Figure 5.35 (Above) Bubbles Diagram of Computer room adjacencies Figure 5.36 (Below) Bubbles Diagram of Library adjacencies

Books and technology are powerful tools for education and socializing. The library creates a network for conversation, and another avenue for keeping up with current events and teaching sustainability. This will be a wow space using human scale, not overwhelming, to send the message that the information inside is also on a comfortable human scale, as sometimes a radical life change can feel overbearing.

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Communal Kitchen Physical Requirements Counter space Storage (visible and hidden) Shelving and cabinetry Gas stove Gas oven Wood stone oven (outdoors) General kitchen appliances Figure 5.39 (Above)-ediblegeography.com

Alternative to conventional food storage (refrigeration) save money and energy

This kitchen is fully stocked to accommodate for ovo-lacto-vegetarian meals. Access to the outside is important both to provide direct adjacency to the organic garden, and to subconsciously make a connection between food and the outdoors. This kitchen is large enough for 5-10 people to be cooking or cleaning at one time. This larger space will allow the community to all pitch into meal time to facilitate bonding and a special association with the mind, body soul, nature and food.

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Dining Room Physical Requirements Bench style table Bar seating Serving counter top Extra chairs Shared meals happen here twice a day to bring importance to meal time, and consciousness to the process of food. The room is otherwise unoccupied and free for smaller gatherings, snacks, and activities.

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Quiet Meditation Physical Requirements Sound system Mats Pillows Storage trunks for mats and pillows Figure 5.47 (Left) ‐mapplr.com Labyrinths are peaceful places for meditation Figure 5.48 (Below)

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A Peaceful, quiet space for personal or group work. This is a multi-use space that is filled with nature and natural light. This space is a getaway from everyday life and even the life of the retreat. It is a place to discover the self and prepare or reflect on the day. Visual and acoustic privacy are important to create a serene environment for concentration. This space could easily be rented as well.

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Reception/ Living Room Physical Requirements Sofa Chairs Coffee table Reception counter Welcome/ community wall Computer Figure 5.51 (Above) - www.joindes.com A living room is cozy and welcoming, as should be the reception Figure 5.52 (Below) Bubble diagram shows adjacencies to Reception Living Room

Desk/ Desk chair This is a welcoming space as well as a meeting space to for new visitors, staff, interns etc. It is important for guests to feel at home right away. Studies in chapter two show that guests are more comfortable learning with people they know, therefore it important to make a friendly impression immediately. This will be achieved with a lot of natural light, and a casual atmosphere that shows the personality of the retreat. This multi-use space could be used for group fun or individual quiet time.

Figure 5.53 (Right) - designtripper.com An artistic approach to the living room can create a wow moment when guests enter to the reception

Fire Pit

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Fire Pit Physical Requirements Benching Stone-lined pit Hose access Figure 5.55 (Left) - bourgetbros.com Fire is an element that brings people together

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Figure 5.57 (Top Right) - minnesota.publicradio.org The fire pit is a place to gather and find the inner self

Figure 5.58 (Bottom Right) - thesimplelaughjodi.blogspot.com Natural materials should harmonize with the feeling of being outdoors

The fire pit draws people like moths. Fire brings us back to our simplest form and allows many different people to connect on a basic level. Spirit can let loose or relax after dinner and into the night. Community will always gather around warmth, this is a special place to come together.

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Figure 5.60 (Below) This color pallet was chosen to reflect natural tones, while also bringing youthful excitement to the space. The colors are collected in a variety of hues and saturations to both intrigue the eye as well as let it rest. This will create energy where it is needed and rest where it is needed. The colors will be portrayed through variety of materials including wood, glass and stone.

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Figure 5.61

Block plan shows approximate spacial needs for program requirements while taking into account the existing architecture. The block plan is shown with circulation allowances to deliver an accurate reading of the allowed space. This block plan reveals that the chosen site exceeds the spacial needs of the requirement and thus the client and designer may go back to the program and decide where more space should be allowed and if other amenities are desired. Outdoor spaces also not have to option to be designed for an interior environment, such as the Organic Garden.

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Summary and Conclusion The program was completed thoroughly to satisfy the client after research as completed. Precedent studies informed the need for rentable spaces and flexibility, since many facilities like this one are non-profit and function as a community which needs income. Research also informed that many spaces are used for multiple things and should all have influence of nature either through architecture, fenestration or interior design. A chemical free environment is the most effective method of creating a healthy interior, and it often carries with it sustainable principles which serve as educational practices in the use of the building. I found very few limitations in my research, discovering that most communities will build where they see fit and begin a learning community to fully function in society. These communities are not held back by challenges and serve the environment, contribute to the economy and flourish as successful and happy places to live or visit. Using a site where a green building is already in use minimizes the amount of retrofitting that will be needed and leave the system to only be enhanced or updated to achieve the maximum sustainable environment possible on site.

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Response Started: Thursday, March 8, 2012 10:05:20 AM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors observing nature

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to keep the entire space open and shared with housemates

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking by yourself

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are outdoors

5. When do you feel most relaxed indoors? When you are listening to music

6. In your opinion, what is the most important benefit of sustainable green building design? (choose all that apply) Encouraging respect and preservation of the Earth

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IP Address: 76.19.242.39

Response Started: Thursday, March 8, 2012 9:24:23 AM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors near a body of water When you are outdoors observing nature When you are outdoors socializing

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with social and cooking spaces shared

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking with people you know well

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are doing something physically active When you are outdoors

5. When do you feel most relaxed indoors? When you are listening to music

6. In your opinion, what is the most important benefit of sustainable green building design? (choose all that apply) Encouraging respect and preservation of the Earth Integration of nature into the indoors with plants, materials, views and fresh air

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IP Address: 208.168.250.136

Response Started: Thursday, March 8, 2012 9:25:08 AM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors near a body of water

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have the space sectioned into separate, individualized apartment style living

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking with people you know well

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are doing something physically active

5. When do you feel most relaxed indoors? When you are listening to music

6. In your opinion, what is the most important benefit of sustainable green building design? (choose all that apply) Integration of nature into the indoors with plants, materials, views and fresh air

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IP Address: 75.151.66.74

Response Started: Thursday, March 8, 2012 9:20:19 AM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors near a body of water

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with social and cooking spaces shared

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? Other (please specify) - Any and all of the above mentioned situations

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are interacting with people

5. When do you feel most relaxed indoors? When there is low lighting and ambiance

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IP Address: 24.218.217.245

Response Started: Saturday, March 10, 2012 10:11:43 AM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors near a body of water When you are outdoors observing nature When you are outdoors exercising When you are outdoors listening to music When you are outdoors socializing

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with social and cooking spaces shared

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking with people you know well

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IP Address: 173.170.80.170

Response Started: Thursday, March 8, 2012 9:18:42 AM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors observing nature Other (please specify) - laying in my bed next to my open window. heaven

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with social and cooking spaces shared

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking in a group of people that you don't know, who have similar interests

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are eating good food

5. When do you feel most relaxed indoors? Other (please specify) - when it is quiet, when no one else is home, when jazz is playing, when the windows are open, when it is light (white, light colored spaces)

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IP Address: 69.0.12.76

Response Started: Thursday, March 8, 2012 9:12:16 AM

Response Modified: Thursday, March 8, 2012 9:14:12 AM

1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors near a body of water When you are outdoors listening to music When you are outdoors socializing

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with social and cooking spaces shared

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking with people you have never met

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are doing something physically active When you are interacting with people When you are eating good food When you are outdoors

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IP Address: 24.218.189.241

Response Started: Thursday, March 8, 2012 8:11:29 AM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors near a body of water When you are outdoors listening to music

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have the space sectioned into separate, individualized apartment style living

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking in a group of people that you don't know, who have similar interests

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are doing something physically active

5. When do you feel most relaxed indoors? When you have a view outside

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IP Address: 108.9.172.169

Response Started: Thursday, March 8, 2012 7:14:56 AM

Response Modified: Thursday, March 8, 2012 7:19:44 AM

1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors near a body of water When you are outdoors observing nature When you are outdoors exercising When you are outdoors listening to music

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with social and cooking spaces shared

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking with people you know well

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IP Address: 174.58.1.152

Response Started: Thursday, March 8, 2012 7:03:05 AM

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2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with social and cooking spaces shared

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking in a group of people that you don't know, who have similar interests

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are interacting with people When you are eating good food When you are outdoors

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IP Address: 71.192.92.112

Response Started: Thursday, March 8, 2012 6:30:42 AM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors observing nature

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have private sleeping quarters in a separate building or zone from the social and cooking spaces

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking with people you have never met

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) Other (please specify) - All of the above are very important and closely linked in my opinion.

5. When do you feel most relaxed indoors? When you have a view outside

6. In your opinion, what is the most important benefit of sustainable green building design? (choose all that apply) Other (please specify) - all of the above are very important and closely linked in my opinion.

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IP Address: 76.127.201.100

Response Started: Thursday, March 8, 2012 6:15:50 AM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors near a body of water

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have the space sectioned into separate, individualized apartment style living

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking by yourself

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are doing something physically active When you are outdoors

5. When do you feel most relaxed indoors? When there is low lighting and ambiance

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IP Address: 24.91.106.173

Response Started: Thursday, March 8, 2012 4:48:35 AM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors near a body of water When you are outdoors observing nature When you are outdoors exercising

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IP Address: 24.62.120.4

Response Started: Thursday, March 8, 2012 4:33:12 AM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors near a body of water

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with social and cooking spaces shared

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking with people you know well

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are doing something physically active

5. When do you feel most relaxed indoors? When you are listening to music

6. In your opinion, what is the most important benefit of sustainable green building design? (choose all that apply) Less trash by reusing things that we make

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IP Address: 70.19.208.150

Response Started: Thursday, March 8, 2012 1:51:02 AM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors near a body of water When you are outdoors observing nature When you are outdoors exercising When you are outdoors socializing When you are indoors

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IP Address: 216.38.189.61

Response Started: Friday, March 9, 2012 10:18:23 PM

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2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with social and cooking spaces shared

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking with people you know well

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IP Address: 173.65.231.144

Response Started: Thursday, March 8, 2012 12:00:49 AM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors near a body of water When you are outdoors observing nature When you are outdoors exercising

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with social and cooking spaces shared

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking with people you know well

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are doing something physically active When you are eating good food When you are outdoors

5. When do you feel most relaxed indoors? When the colors are warm reds and oranges

6. In your opinion, what is the most important benefit of sustainable green building design? (choose all that apply) Integration of nature into the indoors with plants, materials, views and fresh air

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IP Address: 174.58.2.141

Response Started: Wednesday, March 7, 2012 11:59:04 PM

Response Modified: Thursday, March 8, 2012 12:01:57 AM

1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors near a body of water When you are outdoors observing nature When you are outdoors socializing

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with social and cooking spaces shared

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4/26/2012 11:59 PM

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IP Address: 66.31.188.60

Response Started: Wednesday, March 7, 2012 11:54:27 PM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors near a body of water

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with social and cooking spaces shared

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking with people you know well

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are doing something physically active

5. When do you feel most relaxed indoors? When there is low lighting and ambiance

6. In your opinion, what is the most important benefit of sustainable green building design? (choose all that apply) Integration of nature into the indoors with plants, materials, views and fresh air

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4/27/2012 12:00 AM

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IP Address: 198.228.195.35

Response Started: Wednesday, March 7, 2012 11:47:33 PM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors observing nature

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with social and cooking spaces shared

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5. When do you feel most relaxed indoors? When you are listening to music

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4/27/2012 12:00 AM

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IP Address: 192.132.64.2

Response Started: Wednesday, March 7, 2012 11:45:41 PM

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2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with social and cooking spaces shared

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking with people you know well

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are doing something physically active When you are eating good food When you are outdoors

5. When do you feel most relaxed indoors? When you have a view outside

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IP Address: 198.228.223.154

Response Started: Wednesday, March 7, 2012 11:28:33 PM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors near a body of water When you are outdoors observing nature When you are outdoors exercising When you are outdoors listening to music

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking in a group of people that you don't know, who have similar interests

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are doing something physically active When you are interacting with people When you are eating good food When you are outdoors

5. When do you feel most relaxed indoors? When you are listening to music

6. In your opinion, what is the most important benefit of sustainable green building design? (choose all that apply) Encouraging respect and preservation of the Earth

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IP Address: 71.101.101.159

Response Started: Wednesday, March 7, 2012 10:33:49 PM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors observing nature Other (please specify) - In the woods away from people

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with social and cooking spaces shared

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking with people you know well

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are doing something physically active

5. When do you feel most relaxed indoors? When there is low lighting and ambiance

6. In your opinion, what is the most important benefit of sustainable green building design? (choose all that apply) Other (please specify) - I have little interest in being green other than maintaining park areas.

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4/27/2012 12:01 AM

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IP Address: 71.192.123.147

Response Started: Wednesday, March 7, 2012 10:28:28 PM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors near a body of water When you are outdoors observing nature When you are outdoors listening to music When you are outdoors socializing

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to keep the entire space open and shared with housemates

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking with people you know well

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are doing something physically active When you are eating good food

5. When do you feel most relaxed indoors? When you are listening to music

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4/27/2012 12:01 AM

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IP Address: 184.200.83.237

Response Started: Wednesday, March 7, 2012 10:05:48 PM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors near a body of water

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with social and cooking spaces shared

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking in a group of people that you don't know, who have similar interests

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are doing something physically active

5. When do you feel most relaxed indoors? When there is low lighting and ambiance

6. In your opinion, what is the most important benefit of sustainable green building design? (choose all that apply) Less trash by reusing things that we make Other (please specify) - self sufficent energy

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IP Address: 68.192.228.209

Response Started: Wednesday, March 7, 2012 9:52:34 PM

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2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with social and cooking spaces shared

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking with people you know well

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are doing something physically active When you are outdoors

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IP Address: 76.19.221.40

Response Started: Thursday, March 8, 2012 7:26:41 PM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors near a body of water

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with social and cooking spaces shared

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking with people you know well

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are doing something physically active When you are interacting with people When you are eating good food When you are outdoors

5. When do you feel most relaxed indoors? When the colors are cool blues and greens

4/26/2012 11:54 PM

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IP Address: 71.203.37.70

Response Started: Wednesday, March 7, 2012 9:40:54 PM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors near a body of water

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with social and cooking spaces shared

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking with people you have never met

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are doing something physically active

5. When do you feel most relaxed indoors? When there is low lighting and ambiance

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4/27/2012 12:01 AM

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IP Address: 216.38.177.62

Response Started: Wednesday, March 7, 2012 9:41:25 PM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors observing nature When you are outdoors listening to music

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with social and cooking spaces shared

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IP Address: 216.38.178.207

Response Started: Wednesday, March 7, 2012 9:42:07 PM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors observing nature

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with social and cooking spaces shared

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking with people you know well

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are eating good food

5. When do you feel most relaxed indoors? When you have a view outside

6. In your opinion, what is the most important benefit of sustainable green building design? (choose all that apply) Integration of nature into the indoors with plants, materials, views and fresh air

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4/27/2012 12:02 AM

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IP Address: 72.77.175.166

Response Started: Wednesday, March 7, 2012 9:39:31 PM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors near a body of water When you are outdoors observing nature When you are outdoors exercising When you are outdoors listening to music When you are outdoors socializing When you are indoors Other (please specify) - Makin' Love

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with social and cooking spaces shared

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking in a group of people that you don't know, who have similar interests

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are doing something physically active

5. When do you feel most relaxed indoors? When there is low lighting and ambiance

6. In your opinion, what is the most important benefit of sustainable green building design? (choose all that apply) Integration of nature into the indoors with plants, materials, views and fresh air

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IP Address: 174.61.37.181

Response Started: Wednesday, March 7, 2012 9:35:24 PM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors exercising

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with social and cooking spaces shared

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking with people you have never met

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are doing something physically active

5. When do you feel most relaxed indoors? When you are listening to music

6. In your opinion, what is the most important benefit of sustainable green building design? (choose all that apply) Integration of nature into the indoors with plants, materials, views and fresh air

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4/27/2012 12:15 AM

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IP Address: 68.50.188.56

Response Started: Wednesday, March 7, 2012 9:32:48 PM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors socializing

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have private sleeping and bathing quarters with social and cooking spaces shared

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking with people you know well

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are doing something physically active When you are eating good food When you are outdoors

5. When do you feel most relaxed indoors? When the colors are warm reds and oranges

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IP Address: 216.38.177.101

Response Started: Wednesday, March 7, 2012 9:35:05 PM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors observing nature

2. If you were to move into a house shared by 15 people who have similar interests as you, would you prefer... to have the space sectioned into separate, individualized apartment style living

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? When you are learning and thinking with people you know well

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are outdoors

5. When do you feel most relaxed indoors? When there is low lighting and ambiance

6. In your opinion, what is the most important benefit of sustainable green building design? (choose all that apply) Integration of nature into the indoors with plants, materials, views and fresh air

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Response Started: Wednesday, March 7, 2012 9:35:05 PM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors observing nature

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IP Address: 198.228.192.86

Response Started: Wednesday, March 7, 2012 9:34:27 PM

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6. In your opinion, what is the most important benefit of sustainable green building design? (choose all that apply) Less trash by reusing things that we make

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors near a body of water

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Response Started: Thursday, March 8, 2012 6:10:58 PM

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1. On a day of nice weather, when do you feel most relaxed (choose all that apply) When you are outdoors near a body of water When you are outdoors observing nature When you are outdoors exercising When you are outdoors listening to music When you are outdoors socializing

3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? Other (please specify) - I am accepting of new ideas, at different times depending on mood. I need social interaction and time alone to reflect and internalize my consciousness

4. When do you feel most healthy? ( choose all that apply) When you are interacting with people When you are eating good food Other (please specify) - while practicing tai chi. While sharing life with people, interacting, sharing, telling stories

5. When do you feel most relaxed indoors? Other (please specify) - For me my comfort really depends on the people around me, I can be comfortable anywhere. I like warm earth tones and reds, they make me feel passionate and alive. I also like lots of different places to lounge

6. In your opinion, what is the most important benefit of sustainable green building design? (choose all that apply) Healthier interior environments for people to live and work in Encouraging respect and preservation of the Earth Less trash by reusing things that we make Integration of nature into the indoors with plants, materials, views and fresh air Other (please specify) - Freedom and Liberty. I believe that where I live should reflect who I am, and that I should not be a destroyer or a taker, but a giver and a sustainer. And everything about my life should reflect that

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3. When do you feel most accepting of new ideas? Other (please specify) - all the time

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