Size:
Total- 277 sqm, 2440 sq. ft.
First floor- 119 sqm
Second floor- 108 sqmThe main design criteria focused around energy efficiency. The design is basically a cube with minimal surface area so the cold weather would have less chance to infiltrate and affect the living conditions. The steep sloping roofs were designed for the addition of solar panels that were going to collect warm air from the sun. The planning of the interior spaces also revolved around the fireplace that provides heat in the winter to the entire house. Inside the fireplace is a space that gathers warm air and is radiated to the rooms via fans. The storage rooms are on the north side of the house to help protect the living area. The site over looks a small valley so the south orientation not only was able to gather the sun's energy but also provided an excellent view of the valley. The housed opens up to the southern exposure from which a exterior deck projected as an extension to the living room. The exterior stonework uses stone that was gathered from the site. The stone formed a base for the building and it wrapped the first floor and shielded it from the northern.