This research report was originally produced in 1994 by John Zsolt with support from CMHC (Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation). The research elaborates on the ideas that John originally set out in his Master of Architecture thesis in 1990. His argument is that by clustering housing and using natural systems such as vegetation and wetlands, residential development at the same density as current suburban developments can be made environmentally self-sufficient. These proposed communities will be able to treat and clean their own waste water. More trees and wilderness can be preserved within the community. And finally, energy consumption can be drastically reduced.
Net proceeds will go to the The BOMA Toronto John Zsolt Scholarship Fund.
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By heather reid
Oct 13, 2009
John Zsolt's research reflects leading ideas and principles in long term sustainable solutions for rural housing. His attention to detail and creativity in how to apply alternative methods makes this publication a "must have" when considering realistic challenges for today's rural developments
