About the project
Concerned about over consumption in the post-industrial modern world and how it affects our ability to maintain a healthy planet, architect Wayne Turett of the Turett Collaborative, wanted to not only design but also experience for himself just how well energy-efficient technologies could work. This highly-efficient dream home, which fuses a modern aesthetic with a barn exterior, was a three-year labour of love from conception to completion, a mission to live true to his design ethos and commitment to the environment.
Recognised as one of the ‘best paths to net zero’, Passive House (or Passive Haus) refers to a set of standards for energy efficiency that certifies a building’s ability to maintain comfortable temperatures year-round, requiring minimal energy (and expenditure) for heating or air-conditioning.
The entire design of this two-story home was thoughtfully created to not only be energy-efficient, but to make the most of interior and exterior spaces. As you step in, you see that the walls have been kept white, and the furnishings clean-lined and contemporary with a neutral colour scheme, light woods, and white upholstery. The main living spaces (the combined kitchen, dining, living rooms and porch) were intentionally placed upstairs to soak up water views, while cathedral ceilings contribute to an open and airy feeling reminiscent of a modern and urban, loft-like experience. Downstairs, an outdoor shower helps smooth the transition from the sandy shore to the three-bedroom, two bath ground floor space.
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