My name is Dardo Kuzmuk, I am a school teacher in Junin de los Andes, Neuquen, Patagonia Argentina. My hobby is designing wooden structures such as furniture and windows, gazebos and houses. I want to present my latest project, which combines the care and preservation of the environment, with every families’ dream to own a home.
There are many families in the province of Neuquén, who do not own their home. Some families own land but do not have the financial resources to build a house.
Other families try to finance the construction of their homes through bank mortgages with very high interest rates. However, many people do not qualify for funding and are forced to rent at a high price.
Junin de los Andes by D. Kuzmuk
Location of the prototype build. (Yellow) 1250 potential lands to build this house.
The ultimate aim of this project is to improve the housing situation in Neuquén and generate more genuine employment for the local people. To prove the concepts of the project I will need to raise funds and build a prototype of the house. Upon completion of the prototype, I will showcase the features to the public and demonstrate the viability of eco-friendly and budget-conscious housing concepts.
This small sustainable house is built largely with local materials with a low cost of construction and maintenance. As an added benefit due to the materials used for construction, the environmental impact is reduced and jobs are created for the local people.
The Brundtland Report of 1987, published by the United Nations World Commission on Environment and Development, defines sustainable development as the needs of the present human generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. This project is developed with those considerations in mind as the foundational framework.
The house developed in this project is considered ecologically friendly because it immediately reduces environmental impact. It is self-sufficient by the use of alternative energy such as solar and wind power, and is built with raw materials from renewable sources, such as wood harvested using reforestation practices. The design of the roof, Norman style, enables efficient distribution of hot air during winter and provides good ventilation during summer.
At just 388 square feet, this compact structure includes a living and dining area, one bedroom, a bathroom, and a kitchen.
It is heated with a small electric or gas stove, with a large living area on the deck gallery.
Furnished with a table, chairs and a sofa bed in the living room, this house-style chalet offers a practical and economical alpine appearance that is very attractive with a low maintenance cost.
This house is built on piles of recycled resin filled with concrete to protect it from excess moisture. The roof structure is clad with trapezoidal sheet metal and walls are clad with concrete slabs that simulate siding wood. The interior walls and ceiling are constructed with plasterboard
The bedroom for is a 75 square feet loft above the living room.
The front features large windows providing lovely views over the country side, and door that leads to a big deck for outdoor enjoyment.
Technical Specifications
I present each stage of the construction of the house.
This house is self-sufficient, environmentally friendly and sustainable. This promotes awareness for environmental care. It can be built in a short time and supports alternative modifications according to the preference and needs of its inhabitants. It combines elegance, space utilization and comfort while providing basic services for a family of up to four members. The only maintenance required is annual painting and the cost is comparable to that of a new car
ther Ways You Can Help
Support comes in many forms, including share the project with people who you think would be interested in this mission, as architects, conservationists, activists of ecology and sustainability, and anyone looking to build their own house economically.
Remember that taking care of the present is protecting the future.