Small House Design – Solar-Efficient Saltbox
This charming small house design is located in a Massachusetts college town, surrounded by beautiful trees such as lilacs, maples, black walnuts, and evergreens. Its design effectively utilizes passive solar heating and cooling techniques, with a southern orientation and minimal north-facing windows to achieve maximum efficiency.
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In the winter, the home captures solar energy through the two-story solarium and south-facing windows. In the summer, deciduous trees on the south side provide shade, helping to regulate the amount of solar energy that enters the home.
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The first floor of the home includes shared public spaces, while the second floor features a master bedroom with a private deck, a bedroom with access to the solarium below, and a full bathroom with attached laundry space. All living areas on the first floor and bedrooms on the second floor have a stunning view to the south.
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