This is the view of the south side of the house, with the Photo Voltaics all in place on the roof. The smaller two panels on the right side of the roof are for hot water.
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
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House Plans
Click the link below to download a .pdf of architectural drawings, including elevations and construction drawings, of an ultra-low-energy-use house in Vermont.
These plans, which can of course be modified, call for double-wall construction, triple-pane windows, and durasol basement blocks. This 2000 square foot home is currently under construction and should be completed in July 2010, at which time it is expected to be Energy Star rated. I have decided not to go through the LEED certification process, but I am using local renewable or recycled materials when possible.
Tied to the grid, equipped with photo voltaic (PV) panels, a Mitsubishi heat exchange pump, highly efficient appliances, and a small wood stove, it is estimated that the home's total yearly energy consumption will not exceed 1.5 cords of firewood per year (less wood than is generated by the surrounding property). In Vermont, we average about 4.5 hrs of sunlight per day -- in most other parts of the country, these plans could allow you to generate more power than you use, without the need for any firewood. Details on the heating and PV systems we are using are available upon request.
These drawings are for the personal use of those interested in building a net zero house. Please do not reproduce this document without contacting me first, at 802-878-6641 or pianomath@gmail.com .
The purpose of this effort is to make super efficient home design free for anyone willing to take the plunge and build a new home that minimizes energy consumption. The plans that I am sharing cost me close to $15,000 in architect and engineering fees. I am asking anyone who uses these plans to please make a charitable contribution to a charity of your choice and, if possible, to please post a link to that charity for others to use, if they so desire. "Pay it forward", as they say.
Peace,
David
Download Plans (.pdf)
These plans, which can of course be modified, call for double-wall construction, triple-pane windows, and durasol basement blocks. This 2000 square foot home is currently under construction and should be completed in July 2010, at which time it is expected to be Energy Star rated. I have decided not to go through the LEED certification process, but I am using local renewable or recycled materials when possible.
Tied to the grid, equipped with photo voltaic (PV) panels, a Mitsubishi heat exchange pump, highly efficient appliances, and a small wood stove, it is estimated that the home's total yearly energy consumption will not exceed 1.5 cords of firewood per year (less wood than is generated by the surrounding property). In Vermont, we average about 4.5 hrs of sunlight per day -- in most other parts of the country, these plans could allow you to generate more power than you use, without the need for any firewood. Details on the heating and PV systems we are using are available upon request.
These drawings are for the personal use of those interested in building a net zero house. Please do not reproduce this document without contacting me first, at 802-878-6641 or pianomath@gmail.com .
The purpose of this effort is to make super efficient home design free for anyone willing to take the plunge and build a new home that minimizes energy consumption. The plans that I am sharing cost me close to $15,000 in architect and engineering fees. I am asking anyone who uses these plans to please make a charitable contribution to a charity of your choice and, if possible, to please post a link to that charity for others to use, if they so desire. "Pay it forward", as they say.
Peace,
David
Download Plans (.pdf)
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