House Description

This house features a bright and airy Great Room and Bedroom, accentuated by high ceilings and expansive south-facing windows that create a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, making the home feel more spacious. Spanning 638 square feet, it is perfectly suited for compact living—ideal for a couple, a vacation retreat, or an Airbnb rental. The steeply pitched roof of the south-facing garage accommodates numerous solar panels, promoting net-zero living. One garage door measures 8’ x 10’, providing ample height for a small RV or other oversized vehicles. Additionally, a 200 square foot Storage Attic is cleverly positioned within the high roof above the garage. A sliding, retractable wire awning on the south patio offers effective sunlight control year-round.

This design emphasizes environmental sustainability, health, and affordability as the building ages. Some of its notable features include:

• Living spaces are strategically oriented for optimal southern exposure, maximizing solar access and natural daylight throughout the day.
• An insulated concrete floor that acts as solar thermal storage in winter, retaining warmth after sunset. 
• A super-insulated building shell constructed with traditional 2x6 framing and Huber Zip System® R-12 Insulated Panels for enhanced external insulation.
• The combination of extra insulation and a compact design significantly reduces energy consumption for heating and cooling.
• Durable, low-maintenance exterior finishes made from fiber cement, shou sugi ban, and metal minimize long-term upkeep costs.
• The steep roofline is designed with adequate and efficient space for an extensive array of solar panels.
• Interior materials are selected for low or zero VOC content, ensuring healthy indoor air quality.