This off grid zero energy home is a new family of modular eco-friendly houses by the Foundation for Inventions and Sustainable Technologies (FITS). FITS set out to design flexible homes that would be affordable, both in terms of the initial purchase price and ongoing operating costs. The houses combine proven, practical strategies with leading edge technologies. Shown here is a prototype of the Soleta zeroEnergy One, the smallest home in the lineup.
It is cozy inside, with exposed beams and wood finishes. The laminated wood support arches leave the interior free of bearing walls or columns. Let’s explore the interior:
The stairs are a set of giant steps that double as storage cabinets.
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Off Grid Zero Energy Home
June 4, 2017
Design, Energy, Off Grid Living
It is too bad it is referred to as a “zero energy” home. It clearly is not. Low energy is a great thing, though.