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Westwood
Ross smith

Westwood Place

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Located in the vibrant and rapidly developing neighborhood of West Asheville, the Westwood Wedge stands as a testament to modern sustainable living.

photo_credit Ross smith
Ross smith
photo_credit Ross smith
Ross smith

The home features a striking south-facing shed roof, optimized for solar energy capture, and a double-height atrium that enhances natural ventilation and passive cooling. Expansive windows are thoughtfully placed to flood the interior with natural light, offering stunning views while still maintaining privacy.

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photo_credit Ross smith
Ross smith

The interior of the Westwood Wedge is designed for comfort and efficiency, with open living spaces that seamlessly connect with the outdoors. High ceilings and an abundance of natural light create an airy and inviting atmosphere. Sustainable materials and energy-efficient systems are integrated throughout, reducing the home’s overall environmental footprint and utility costs.

photo_credit Ross smith
Ross smith
photo_credit Ross smith
Ross smith

Whether you’re relaxing in the spacious living area, cooking in the modern kitchen, or enjoying the serene outdoor spaces, the Westwood Wedge offers a perfect blend of style and sustainability. This home exemplifies how innovative design and green building practices can create a beautiful, functional, and eco-friendly living environment.

photo_credit Ross smith
Ross smith
photo_credit Ross smith
Ross smith
photo_credit Ross smith
Ross smith

A high priority for the homeowner was an environmentally conscious house that would take advantage of the sun with passive heating and cooling strategies. With this in mind, we created a south-facing shed roof to maximize the area for solar panels. In the center of the house, we designed a double-height atrium with vented skylights to draw cool air through the house at night. The double-height atrium also allowed for lots of natural light to flood the interior of the house while minimizing the amount of glass facing the street, which improved privacy.

photo_credit Ross smith
Ross smith
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Sustainability

Low Carbon
Embodied carbon
Energy Neutral
Operational Emissions / Energy
Low Carbon
Service and maintenance emissions

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Manufacturers
Arco by Flos

Project data

Project Year
2021
Category
Housing
Primary Building Material
Wood
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