Terra Perma Eco Construction Contest
Design and build a unique environmentally friendly little cabin.
Part of Terra Perma’s mandate is to develop a unique ecotourism experience, allowing our guests to experience Nature’s beauty, providing unique, comfortable accommodation. We are committed to supporting Québec community of ecoentrepreneurs and builders devoted to quality sustainable construction using local materials whenever possible.
The three (3) selected cabins will be built at Terra Perma and will be integrated in our ecotourism resort.
The homes will be viewed and enjoyed by hundreds of people for years to come. Credit for the design and builders will be given both on our website newsletter and social media, as well as on site and in the unit itself.
The contest will be judged by the Terra Perma Foundation and a panel of experts.
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Below are guidelines and instructions on how to apply.
You and your team must design and build housing and demonstrate the practicality and feasibility of your project in addition to being independent in terms of tools and transportation.
Deadlines and milestones:
May 15 th – Entry deadline
June 20 th– Building begins
Sept. 1st – End and judging
Budget:
Your project could be funded by Terra Perma. Up to $20,000 allocated directly to materialsandlabor. Payments will be made in four (4) installments based on the level of completion. All materials must be approved by Terra Perma and will be purchased directly by Terra Perma
Design Parameters:
- 150-350 square feet/ 15 -35 square meters.
- Min 2, +2 occupancy.
- 4 season design (fireplace and insulation).
- No plastic siding or asphalt shingle roofing are permitted.
- Thermal windows only (minimum 3).
- Outhouse must be included in design and site layout. (Outhouse will be provided by Terra Perma).
- Design must be Off-Grid.
Participants must meet the following requirements:
- Teams of 1-6 people.
- Able to be autonomous in basic camping conditions, comfortable and available to work and live at Terra Perma for the duration of construction during the months of July and August, 2014.
- Must prove feasibility of design.
- Must prove building experience, ability to build structure.
- All participants must be able to receive payment for their services in Québec.
Submission Guidelines:
Application must include:
- Each application must have one point person to be the contact with Terra Perma for the project.
- Name, email, biography and resume of all team participants.
- Proposed Budget (how the budget will be allocated).
- Name and short description of design, materials, concept, etc.
- Building plans: front view, bird’s eye view, and side view.
Please send a PDF document (one document per application) to: [email protected].