A project grounded in sustainability.
Truly building for sustainability can be a big ask. But this project found unique ways to affect as little of the property as possible when it came time to build. All while creating a charming, comfortable, luxurious living space.
Project Facts:
Project master plan for the main house, casita and a studio situated above the garage
While the main house, casita & garage are done, the studio is expected to be completed in early 2025.
Total of five 40 ft “high cube” shipping containers used
- 3.0 = main house (960 sq ft)
- 1.5 = casita (480 sq ft)
- 0.5 = studio above garage (160 sq ft)
Oversized 2 car garage/workshop
Property size approx. 1 acre
Built with sustainability as a priority
- Using pylons and elevating structures to allow for minimal impact to the land itself
(less than 3% of total land impacted)
- Grey water systems designed to water plants
- Biodigesters used for black water treatment
- Strategic placement of structures to maximize airflow via windows
- Reusing decommissioned shipping containers
- Utilized “air-foil” roof for maximum airflow and sun protection for insulation
- Insulated with 4” closed cell foam for maximum insulation and minimal need for air conditioning
- 10 kw emergency back-up generator
- Three underground cisterns for water storage
- Landscape drip irrigated using agricultural water supply
