Power Generating Trellises

"Inspired by New England architecture, the design is based on the simple gable form, with elegant trellises that also generate power as well as shade. The exterior and roof keep the clean lines of the form while conserving energy.

Talented students are filling the house with crafted art, housewares, furniture, and also the movable walls, to make the 4D Home feel like a home.

The Passive House standard is a design approach that maximizes comfort passively by minimizing losses and maximizing gains of heating and cooling."

Photos by Jim Tetro

Source: 4dhome