For my final project, I intend to research the products and processes that go into the creation of a building. I hope to portray this by creating a model of a house in which photographs of the primary elements are used in the form of the final products. That is, a two-dimensional, potentially interactive outline of a house with outlines corresponding to items found within (e.g. fireplace, furniture). Within these individual outlines corresponding to items found within (e.g. ore, trees). This would be accompanied by a written explanation of the methods used and the conclusions drawn. I expect that many more materials and impacts are involved than those of which I am currently aware, so in addition to portraying the mainstream components of building, I hope to research more sustainable alternatives and perhaps include an alternate version of the model, or at least a room in contrast to the rest of the house. This project will seek to enlighten the audience (and myself) about the materials, processes, and by-products that go into making a structure, to encourage them to understand the impact of new construction, and to ultimately consider the integration of more sustainable building techniques and products.
I realize this project could easily become overwhelming, so I may end up limiting myself to a smaller structure or a particular room. I'll find out once I get going on research.
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I really like this idea. A couple of month ago I read something about energy-efficient houses (not only new ones but also old buildings that were "updated", e.g new windows, solar cells etc.) and the results were amazing, though expensive at first glance. But they give a good return, economically as well as environmentally. I thinkt that especially the contrast between a conventional house and its sustainable alternatives is very interesting and thought-provoking. However, as you already said, this could become overwhelming. When you limit yourself, I would concentrate on only one aspect, e.g. engergy efficience or sustainable building techniques or sustainable products.
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