2011 NCARB Prize Winner:
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
School of Architecture and Design
"A Sustainable, Net Zero Energy Dwelling"
Students were engaged in a multidisciplinary effort that integrated instruction, research, and interaction with architects, consultants, fabricators, and material suppliers to design and construct a net-zero energy house. The jury noted both the involvement of multiple disciplines and the context of historical precedent, which framed the project. Throughout the project, students visited architectural and engineering firms; made site visits to fabrication facilities, trade shows, and conventions; worked with web designers and marketing specialists; and surveyed manufacturers and suppliers.
Faculty
Joseph Wheeler, AlA, Lead, Project Coordinator
Robert Dunay, FAIA, Director, Center for Design Research
Robert Schubert, Associate Dean for Research
David Clark, Adjunct Professor
Non-Faculty
David Jameson, FAIA , Principal, David Jameson Architect, Inc.
Mark McConnell, AlA, Principal, Summit Studio
Tyler Brown, AlA, Associate, RTKL
Other Participating Architects
Joseph Tanney, Resolution 4, NY
Nicklas Leahy, AlA, Perkins Eastman, NY
Bruce Nichols, RIBA, Front Inc, NY
Adam Ruffin, AlA, Thomas Phifer, NY
Juhani Pallasmaa, Architect, Finland