Model Home Assessment Michael Jewitt Ronni Nimps Drew Pritt Michael Wolfe April 19, 2011

Model Home Assessment

Michael JewittRonni Nimps

Drew PrittMichael Wolfe

April 19, 2011

Problem Definition

To assess the living conditions in Choluteca and research alternative construction methods

Design Priorities

• Resist heavy rain and wind• Remain secure against theft• Protect against fire• Conserve resources• Remain sustainable and

affordable• Comply with local

construction practices

Future Recommendations

• Senior design program• Multidisciplinary focus• More teams on components of the model

home next year• Independent Study for year-round research• Research grants for future endeavors

Structure

• Current designs– Plaster over wood

and mud– Adobe bricks– Concrete

• Improvements– Adobe research– Concrete formula

Roof

• Resist high winds• Redirect rain• Reflect sunlight

Water Collection

• Rainwater barrels• Filtration systems

Latrines

Stoves

• Eliminate smoke inhalation

• Reduce danger from burns

• Improve fuel sources• Control temperature

Acknowledgements

• Larry and Angie Overholt• Residents of Choluteca, Honduras• Citizen Engineer– Emphasis on sustainable design– Analyzing environmental impact

• Dr. Dzwonczyk’s Documentation Guidelines• Post-Trip Assessment Documentation (2010)

from Sriya Parthasarathy and Michael Jewitt• Dr. Job Ebenezer’s Presentation at Café Bella

Thank You!