生态住区在所有方面都涉及可持续性问题-从形式到建筑，再到其使用的动态性。这座房子适应了居住者的需要，并向他们提供了关于如何减少能源使用以更可持续地生活的反馈意见。它的L字形使人们最大限度地看到和接触到宽敞的户外生活空间。

Ecohabit addresses sustainability in all facets—from form, through construction, to the dynamics of its use. The house adapts to its occupants' needs and provides them with feedback on ways to reduce energy use to live more sustainably. Its L-shape maximizes views of, and access to, the generous outdoor living space.

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Design Philosophy

生态住宅旨在重新定义房屋与居住者之间的关系。智能能源系统监控房屋、住户行为和区域气候信息。在这样做的过程中，生态居住与居住者“同居”-使房屋和用户能够相互学习，创造更节能和更可持续的生活方式。生态住宅的创新技术让它成为一座超高效的房子，旨在帮助居住者生活、学习和成长。

Ecohabit aims to redefine the relationship between a house and its occupants. Intelligent energy systems monitor the house, its occupants' behaviors, and regional climate information. In doing so, Ecohabit "cohabits" with its occupants—enabling house and user to learn from each other to create a more energy-efficient and sustainable lifestyle. Ecohabit's innovative technologies allow it to be an ultra-efficient house, designed to help its occupants live, learn, and grow with it.

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透明的门折叠，以提供进入两个大甲板，由一个巨大的太阳能屋顶悬垂遮挡。建筑设计将房屋分成独立的“干”模块和“湿”模块，以便对管道系统进行节能分配。模块化的室内空间包括一个主卧室、一个浴室和一个可以成为家庭办公室或第二个卧室的灵活的房间。绿色屋顶和墙壁有助于隔离房屋和收集雨水灌溉植物。中央机房作为房子的“大脑”。

Transparent doors fold away to provide access to two large decks sheltered by a large solar roof overhang. The architectural design splits the house into separate "dry" and "wet" modules to allow for an energy-efficient distribution for the plumbing system. The modular interior space includes a master bedroom, a bathroom, and a flex room that can become a home office or second bedroom. The green roof and wall help insulate the house and collect rainwater for irrigating plants. A central machine room functions as the "brain" of the house.

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Technologies

一个完整的光伏系统最大限度地利用了可用的空间，并在没有大型屋顶面板的情况下为房屋提供动力。按需热水系统在需要时加热水.生物相变材料可以让房子在白天利用太阳的能量和热量，并在晚上把它释放到房子里。雾化系统从屋内收集凝结水，并利用它对外部暖通空调机组进行雾化，提高了效率。智能能源管理系统监测天气模式，居住者的习惯，以及他们的能源使用，以创造一个舒适和节能的生活环境。

An integrated photovoltaic system maximizes the use of available space and powers the house without large roof panels. An on-demand hot water system heats water when needed. Bio-phase-change material allows the house to harness the sun's energy and heat during the day and release it into the house at night. The misting system collects condensate from inside the house and uses it to mist the exterior HVAC unit, increasing its efficiency. The smart energy management system monitors weather patterns, the habits of occupants, and their energy use to create a comfortable and energy-efficient living environment.

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Market Strategy

专门为南加州市场量身定做的生态住区，是专为年轻的中产阶级夫妇和孩子而设计的。生态住区具有可修改以满足用户需求的灵活元素和无障碍设计，使所有用户都能参与到一个适应性强、可持续的生活环境中。

Tailored specially for the Southern California market, Ecohabit is designed for a young, middle-class couple and child. With flexible elements that can be modified to meet needs of the users and an accessible design, Ecohabit empowers all users to engage with an adaptable, sustainable living environment.

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接下来是什么

What's Next

2013年太阳能十项全能之后，生态栖息将迁往加州州立大学圣马科斯分校，在那里将成为近900名退伍军人、服役人员和军人家属的退伍军人中心。此外，学校计划让科技系的学生与史蒂文斯团队一起监测该中心的持续表现。

After Solar Decathlon 2013, Ecohabit will be relocated to the California State University San Marcos campus, where it will serve as a veterans center for the nearly 900 student veterans, service members, and military dependents at the school. In addition, the school plans to engage science and technology students to monitor the ongoing performance of the center in conjunction with the Stevens team.

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 © Ecohabit - Solar Decathlon Team Stevens Institute of Technology

生态-太阳能十项全能团队史蒂文斯理工学院

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在SIT的官方网站上了解更多关于生态栖息的信息。

Learn more about Ecohabit here on SIT's official website.