This Carbon-Negative Cabin Is the Sustainable Home of the Future
Perkins & Will designs a mountaintop Passive House that takes energy efficiency to the next level.
Perkins & Will designs a mountaintop Passive House that takes energy efficiency to the next level.
Located in the Soo Valley, about a 20-minute drive from Whistler and 90 minutes from Vancouver, this off-grid house fits right into its pristine natural setting. Designed by architecture firm Perkins & Will, the home is a pilot for a future alpine settlement by Delta Land Development in British Columbia’s Pacific Range.
The SOLO House’s main source of energy is the sun. One side of the structure is lined with solar panels that help power the house.
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A steel roof holds up against the weight of British Columbia’s heavy snowfall.
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The house currently serves as a model for what Passive House structures can look and feel like. "It’s a small example, and it represents what I believe to be the way things should be done," says Bruce Langereis, president of Delta Land Development. "It involves being more considerate of energy efficiency, health and wellness, and minimizing your carbon footprint."
An expansive deck maximizes outdoor living opportunities.
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