edouard francois: sodd

edouard francois: sodd


rendering of sodd

sodd by architect edouard françois is an installation of work, representing an ecological habitat.
currently being presented at FIAC in paris, sodd aims to create a cozy atmosphere without
disrupting the environment. the structure is made up from prefabricated modules -
wood is assembled like giant bricks in variable shapes and sizes, whose outer surface consists
of an external rubber membrane stretched under the pressure of cellulose wadding and trimmed with vulcanised photovoltaic cells. sodd is meant to provide a new sustainable solution for the
construction or rehabilitation of homes, offices and equipment.


rendering of sodd


installation of sodd at fiac


installation of sodd at fiac


wood used has come from a certification program for the proper management of forests


vapor retarder and natural insulator as a result of paper recycling


barrier which is UV resistant, can withstand ozone and extreme temperatures and is chemically inert


photovoltaic skin produces energy with low levels or irradiance and shadow


prefabricated modules allow for simple and fast implementation and adaptability to all types of buildings


the prefabricated modules can be utilized for any building


images © edouard françois
andrea db
10.23.09  
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I love this concept very much! But i'd rather see it in unconventional designs that also will reflect the special effect the rubber brings to the eye. The image of the appartmentbuilding doesnt speak to my imagination. The simple design of the house is way better i think. Imagine what color could do too. Rubber, great!
Marit   10.28.09

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