1950s Home Retrofit to Super Efficient Passive House
This 1950s Montreal house was retrofitted to become a super efficient passive house by adding a 16 inch thick layer of cellulose insulation to the exterior.
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Hobbit House with Amazing Green Roof – Off Grid Straw Bale Cabin
“Video tour of an incredible hobbit house cabin that is completely off-grid. It is built with straw bale walls and limestone plaster, log roof rafters and support columns, and a stunning green roof with a glass dome in the centre … Continue reading →
Incredible Mini Earthship Tour – Tiny Off-Grid House with Solar Power
“In this video, we tour a mini earthship style cabin at the Terra Perma community to learn how the building is designed to produce heat, water, and power; all while being 100% off-grid.
Continue reading →OHOME Passive Solar Studies
“A visual description of passive solar design of the OHOME. Sun penetrates during the heating season, but is rejected during the cooling season, optimizing passive solar heating and cooling.
Continue reading →The Solar Trailer Home for Owner-Builders
An enclosed passive solar trailer home can provide temporary living space while your main home is under construction. When the enclosure is complete, you can drive or tow the trailer out if you wish. While you might not want to … Continue reading →
My Life In An Off The Grid Solar Powered Pyramid
“In this video Greg Grant talks about how to build a straw bale solar powered house and the benefits for living off the grid.”
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