SIPs

An Optimally Efficient Off-Grid Passive and Active Solar Home

March 27, 2012
Modern Passive Solar

This off-grid, owner-designed and built house is one of the most impressive passive and active solar combinations I’ve seen. Located at an elevation of 9,000 feet in the Colorado mountains, on a windy, snowy January day, after entering the home, I experienced a quiet confidence and a solid feel of warmth and comfort.  ...
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Posted in 2501 - 4500 Sq feet, Active Solar, Concrete, Off-Grid, Residential, SIPs | No Comments »

Asheville Passive Solar Homes

November 27, 2011
house 575

This passive solar home was submitted by Brian Knight of Springtime Homes.  It is an efficient, passive and active solar home with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Constructed with SIPs (Structured Insulated Panels) it boasts a HERS rating of 47, making it an efficient home with a tightly insulated envelope.   Two different, but...
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Posted in 1000 - 2500 Sq. feet, Active Solar, Clerestory Windows, Residential, SIPs | 2 Comments »

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