ABSTRACT
A small rooftop solar photovoltaic array is expected to allow Ankeny Row to produce as much energy as the buildings will consume on an annual basis, or more. Building perimeter controlled by storm-water planter. Thickened slab foundation isolated inside on rigid insulation. The tasting room is striving for Petal Certification in the Living Building Challenge, and the residence is a certified passive house. All elements of the building's envelope contribute to the energy efficiency of the house. The foundation and floor slab sit on a raft of expanded polystyrene insulation, completely eliminating thermal bridging at grade. Exterior decks are carried by a ledger attached at intervals to the building. A beam under the outside edge is similarly anchored to perpendicular walls. The freestanding covered entry sculpture provides a unique focal point for the building without compromising the building envelope. A rainscreen cladding assembly is utilized to articulate the building façades while allowing the airtight building enclosure to remain uncomplicated.
