Green homes
An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about green homes
Project • By ZeroEnergy Design • Private Houses
Wellfleet Modern Home
The owners of the Wellfleet Modern Home lived on the West Coast and wanted a comfortable, energy-efficient green vacation home near their family on the Cape with the ability to rent it out when they were away.
Nesting in a ¾ acre lot in the pines, the home pays homage to the modern architectural legacy on the outer Cape and has a simple rectinilear design that offers living space on both the entry and lower/basement levels, preserves privacy, optimizes natural light, and provides outdoor living spaces. With a super insulated building envelope, carefully designed mechanical systems, high-efficiency appliances, and a rooftop solar electric system, the home exhibits exceptional performance and consumes 89% less energy tha... More
Project • By ZeroEnergy Design • Private Houses
Brookline Modern
The Brookline Modern residence in Massachusetts embodies sophisticated architecture that provides comfortable, multi-generational living through efficient usage of space, form, and reserved finishes, all while minimizing energy consumption.
Paired living spaces on the first and second levels find expression in the asymmetrical windows that wrap the corners of the house. The first floor contains a living and dining space, kitchen, pantry, master suite, and a home office. An open concept living, dining, and kitchen space, a full bath, bedroom, and reading nook make up the second floor while you can find a second master suite and access to the private roof deck and green roof on the third floor. A feature stair with glass rails and ac... More