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The Ecological Design Principles
being promoted are:
Good Design is an ethical activity.
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Humans are part of Nature, and their dependence upon its life-creating processes should be recognised. The long-term need for nature to have the capacity to regenerate itself and evolve should be respected, as should the fact that humans only have a partial view of these processes.
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Good design enhances the environment, as well as the human spirit and need for community.
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Space should be optimized rather than maximised.
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The concept of waste should be eliminated, - in mature ecological systems waste becomes a resource.
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Safe, non toxic objects of long-term value should be the objective.
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Energy should be used efficiently and come
from renewable sources.
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Good design is a stimulating, creative and communal process.
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Darach,
(which means oak tree in Gallic) provides 8 bedroomed living accomodation
for the Loch Arthur Community in Dumfriesshire, and was winner of the Saltire
Design Award in 2000. The front of the building looks out over sloping ground, whilst the rear forms an open courtyard, and fits snugly into the land
The
Loch Arthur Community has about 70 members, of which almost half have special
needs. They farm biodynamically and are well known for the quality
of their cheeses, and their local shop and cafe.
Designed
by: Denis Chanarin, Camphill Architects, Loch Arthur Community,
Beeswing, Dumfries, DG2 8JQ.
chanarin@btinternet.com and Crallan and Winstanley Architects, Castle
Douglas.
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