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DoomsdaysCWNatural cooling methods in <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Morocco" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#Morocco</a>October 27, 2024"Morocco’s hot and dry climate makes it hard to keep homes cool. But, the country’s <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/TraditionalArchitecture" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#TraditionalArchitecture</a> has found clever ways to beat the heat. Using the environment, Moroccan builders have created natural cooling methods. "They use things like porous [clay] jars and <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/mashrabiyas" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#mashrabiyas</a>. These techniques keep homes cool without needing <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/AirConditioning" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#AirConditioning</a>. Key Takeaways- Moroccan architecture uses passive cooling like thermal mass design, shading, and ventilation. - Evaporative cooling systems like porous jars and mashrabiyas cool homes by evaporation. - Features like wind catchers, courtyards, and underground irrigation help cool naturally. - Modern projects are using these old methods in new buildings for <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/sustainable" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#sustainable</a> cooling. - Moroccan cooling methods show a deep understanding of the local climate and a focus on comfort and well-being.Traditional Moroccan Architecture:"Moroccan architecture shows the clever use of <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/nature" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#nature</a> to make homes comfortable. At its core are the riads, traditional Moroccan houses. These houses have thick walls of clay or stone that keep the inside cool, even when it’s very hot outside. <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Riads" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#Riads</a> and <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Courtyards" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#Courtyards</a>The central courtyard, often with a <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/garden" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#garden</a> or fountain, acts as a natural air conditioner. In Fez, where it can get up to 104°F (40°C) in July, this design makes air conditioning unnecessary. The thick walls and central courtyard work together to keep the inside cool. Khettaras and Fountains"Traditional Moroccan architecture also uses advanced irrigation systems called khettaras. These systems bring water from the mountains to the cities. This water is used for cooling fountains and pools, lowering the temperature through evaporation."The sound of water and greenery in these courtyards make a peaceful and cool atmosphere. This adds to the natural cooling effect. "The architecture in Morocco showcases a sustainable and cost-effective model for contemporary buildings, emphasizing the effectiveness of design and natural materials over reliance on air conditioning.'"The traditional Moroccan building methods teach us about sustainable design. They use local, natural materials and work with the environment. This is a valuable lesson for modern architecture around the world."Read more: <a href="https://moroccandiaspora.com/natural-cooling-methods-in-morocco/" rel="nofollow noopener" translate="no" target="_blank">https://moroccandiaspora.com/natural-cooling-methods-in-morocco/</a>Archived version: <a href="https://archive.ph/0OMUu" rel="nofollow noopener" translate="no" target="_blank">https://archive.ph/0OMUu</a><a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#SolarPunkSunday</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/heatwave" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#heatwave</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Heatwaves" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#Heatwaves</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/KeepingCool" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#KeepingCool</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/TraditionalDesign" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#TraditionalDesign</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/MoroccanArchitecture" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#MoroccanArchitecture</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/TraditionalArchitecture" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#TraditionalArchitecture</a>

DoomsdaysCW6 traditional architectural solutions that can help us adapt to <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/ExtremeWeather" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#ExtremeWeather</a> Aug 10, 2023"Extreme weather is one of the top two threats facing the world in the next two years, according to the World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report 2023."The race is on to make our homes able to withstand the effects of the <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/ClimateCrisis" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#ClimateCrisis</a>."Could these innovations from the past be part of the solution?"Read more: <a href="https://www.weforum.org/stories/2023/08/traditional-architecture-extreme-weather-climate/" rel="nofollow noopener" translate="no" target="_blank">https://www.weforum.org/stories/2023/08/traditional-architecture-extreme-weather-climate/</a><a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#SolarPunkSunday</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/TraditionalArchitecture" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#TraditionalArchitecture</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/AncientTechnology" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#AncientTechnology</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/AncientArchitecture" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#AncientArchitecture</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/TurfHomes" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#TurfHomes</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/CoolingChimneys" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#CoolingChimneys</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/PlatformHomes" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#PlatformHomes</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Skywells" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#Skywells</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Aqueducts" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#Aqueducts</a>

DoomsdaysCW<a href="https://mastodon.social/@photoncollector" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">@photoncollector</a> Wikipedia: Chickee"Chikee or Chickee is a shelter supported by posts, with a raised floor, a thatched roof and open sides. Chickees are also known as chickee huts, stilt houses, or platform dwellings."<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chickee" rel="nofollow noopener" translate="no" target="_blank">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chickee</a>"'<a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Chickee" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#Chickee</a>' is the word Seminoles use for 'house.' The first Seminoles to live in North Florida are known to have constructed log cabin-type homes, some two stories tall, with sleeping quarters upstairs."<a href="https://www.semtribe.com/culture/chickee" rel="nofollow noopener" translate="no" target="_blank">https://www.semtribe.com/culture/chickee</a>"Seminole Spaces: The Secrets of the Water HighwayWelcome to Spring, Florida! As we dip further into 2024, the real change of seasons starts down here in the Sunshine State. We are referring to the shift from dry to wet season, of course! Water is the lifeblood of the state, supporting its unique sheet flow and ecological systems. We have talked about Dry Season, Wet Season, and the Everglades before on the blog. But, did you know that Seminole ancestors once used water just like we use roads?"This week, we will talk about an entirely unique Seminole Space: the Water Highway. Built over time by Seminole ancestors, these ancestral trails were incredibly important in maintaining trade and travel throughout the peninsula. But, a changing Florida put an end to these busy, thriving waterways. Learn why, and how the Seminole Tribe of Florida is trying to help restore this unique and important ecosystem today."<a href="https://floridaseminoletourism.com/seminole-spaces-the-secrets-of-the-water-highway/" rel="nofollow noopener" translate="no" target="_blank">https://floridaseminoletourism.com/seminole-spaces-the-secrets-of-the-water-highway/</a><a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/TEK" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#TEK</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/TraditionalArchitecture" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#TraditionalArchitecture</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/IndigenousTechnology" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#IndigenousTechnology</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/TIK" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#TIK</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/TraditionalIndigenousKnowledge" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#TraditionalIndigenousKnowledge</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SeminoleNation" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#SeminoleNation</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Florida" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#Florida</a>

DoomsdaysCW6 <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/Traditional" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#Traditional</a> Architectural solutions that can help us adapt to <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/ExtremeWeather" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#ExtremeWeather</a>- Extreme weather is one of the top two threats facing the world in the next two years, according to the World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report 2023. - The race is on to make our homes able to withstand the effects of the climate crisis. - Could these innovations from the past be part of the solution?by Douglas Broom Aug 10, 2023"As the climate crisis makes weather increasingly extreme around the world, architects are rediscovering traditional building styles which have proven their ability to withstand today’s harsh conditions"The World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report 2023 found extreme weather is one of the top two threats facing the world in the next two years. Failure to take sufficient measures to mitigate climate change was rated the most severe risk for the coming decade."Here are six examples of innovations from the past which are helping us adapt our living environments to survive in an uncertain climate future."Read more: <a href="https://www.weforum.org/stories/2023/08/traditional-architecture-extreme-weather-climate/" rel="nofollow noopener" translate="no" target="_blank">https://www.weforum.org/stories/2023/08/traditional-architecture-extreme-weather-climate/</a><a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#SolarPunkSunday</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/TraditionalArchitecture" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#TraditionalArchitecture</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/ClimateChange" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#ClimateChange</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/TraditionalBuildingStyles" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#TraditionalBuildingStyles</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BuildingSustainably" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#BuildingSustainably</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/ClimateCrisis" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#ClimateCrisis</a>

DoomsdaysCWWhat traditional buildings can teach architects about <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/sustainability" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#sustainability</a>Oscar Holland, CNN Wed December 27, 2017 "'We wanted to retrieve a sense of heritage, but in a modern way,' [Driss Kettani] said in a phone interview. 'We tried to use the same (energy-efficient) solutions found in the small earthen towns in the south of Morocco – to do with ventilation, the circulation of air and the control of light.'"Large north-facing windows (and small south-facing ones) reduce the amount of direct sunlight entering the school, while ensuring that classrooms get enough natural light. And the arrangement of the school buildings maximizes the flow of air through the complex, creating a natural cooling system."These – and other – vernacular innovations meant that there was no need to install air conditioning at the school, despite the hot North African climate. For Kettani, it was just a matter of common sense."Read more: <a href="https://www.cnn.com/style/article/vernacular-architecture-sustainability/index.html" rel="nofollow noopener" translate="no" target="_blank">https://www.cnn.com/style/article/vernacular-architecture-sustainability/index.html</a><a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/SolarPunkSunday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#SolarPunkSunday</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/TraditionalArchitecture" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#TraditionalArchitecture</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/ClimateChange" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#ClimateChange</a> <a href="https://kolektiva.social/tags/BuildingSustainably" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">#BuildingSustainably</a>

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