STRAW BALE NET ZERO

The shape of the house is designed with two wings echoing a Red Tail Hawk, with the pivot point providing a special space we call the Red Tail Perch, since this bird has special meaning to our client. Main floor living with a gracious and open central living space is linked to the lower level with a stair that wraps around a space that is designed for a future elevator if they should need.

Location: Genesee, Colorado

Sustainability: Ground source heat pump, straw bale north wall, Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) using no polystyrene, passive solar design, high levels of insulation, tight construction, healthy materials, and a roof-mounted 10kw photovoltaic system.

Credits: structural engineer: Malouff Engineering // contractor: Kinsman Construction // photographer: Joel Kivett

Year Completed: 2017