December 2016

mass model of the structure – Draft 1

We have been looking at design and space layouts and I have drawn up a over dozen space layouts for the EI.house. This is the first mass model worth placing up on the site that we are both happy with. It's just a general shape...

Room schedule & room layout – Draft 1

Here's the first draft of the rooms needed in the house and possible locations: Level 1 - Garage Level 1 - Office Level 1 - Work-space Level 1 - Mechanical Level 1 - Entry way Level 2 - Grand Room - Kitchen Dining and Living room spaces. Level 2 -...

Software choice matters

In the past Ive used Chief Architect Premier to design layout and model a warehouse house, and driving range but with this idea I had no choice but to make a change. The Chief Architect software had multiple limitations when building something other then a...

House Specifications and Requirements

Everyone has their own wants and needs for their dream house and we're no excretions. We decided to build a bespoke home around our personalities, lifestyle and life passions: His: German decent. Life long innovative technologist. Social conscious entrepreneur. Love high end sports cars - Porsche - from the area...

Project Progress Section

My first post on a project that is already years in the making. In this section I will updating our progress with materiel choices, deign, layouts, 3D VR and AR models, land acquisition, permitting, construction and more on a regular basis on the EI.house project. ...

SEBASTIAN IRARRAZAVAL ARQUITECTOS

One of the most innovative architects utilizing recycled materials in a creative way. This group has highly influenced the EI.house project as its the closest representation to what we intend to build. Have a peek at some of their brilliant work at the following links: Caterpillar House...

DeMaria Design

Based in Los Angeles, Peter DeMaria has created 2 companies that focus on the building utilizing shipping containers and recycled materials.  Their Redondo Beach House design and build shows their expertise in the space. This build has shown us the capabilities of their firm to...