BASIC DESIGN PRINCIPLES

• Designs must work in Austin climate (summers with temps > 100, winters below freezing)

• Integrate indoors and outdoors, bring nature into the design applying biomimetic principles

• Beautiful and long-lasting designs incorporating Mediterranean style and architectural details

• Leverage advanced construction technology in order to make beautiful and long lasting designs cost effective (3D printing / modular design, detailed mechanical designs)

• Jevity should have a consistent theme and style while still allowing and supporting variation

• Incorporate advanced management technologies for water, power, and communications

JEVITY COMMUNITY STYLE

The architectural style will feature a Mediterranean influence, incorporating arches, earth tones, tile roofs, and seamless indoor/outdoor living spaces. Designs will showcase interesting rooflines, moldings, and ornamental details, especially when 3D printing allows for cost-effective implementation. This style blends elements from Spanish, Italian, Greek, and Southwestern traditions, offering a mix of both traditional charm and modern aesthetics.

3D PRINTING

• Foundation and slab forms precisely printed in hours

• Vertical external and supporting walls (hollow walls with support) printed in one day for each story

• Reduced labor (2 people) as well as reduced time and cost

• Ability to print any curve and to print architectural detail and arches at little to no extra cost

• Can only print limited overhangs

MODULAR / PANELIZED

Structured Insulated Panels (SIPs) are commonly used for roofs, intermediate floors, and non-bearing interior walls. They allow for easy and rapid assembly, although the installation process may require heavy equipment to position the panels accurately. SIPs are often combined with steel framing to enhance structural integrity. Some advanced SIP systems also integrate plumbing and electrical components directly into the panels, enabling them to plug together efficiently and streamline construction.

TRADITIONAL METHODS

•Foundation / slab pours

•Interior finishes and flooring

•Appliances and fixtures