Sunlight and home orientation are a big factor when considering how to build an energy efficient Net Zero home. Exposure to the sun has a lot of implications for heating and cooling. This was the case with our clients' home which was southeast facing with a bank of large triple pane windows. That provided very bright, insulated spaces that got a lot of sunlight, reducing the need for heating in the winter time. For the hot summer days, the blinds help to reduce the amount of heat generated by sunlight, while the triple pane windows help to insulate the cool air, reducing the need for A/C cooling and leading to year round energy conservation.

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Vegetated rooftop / Green Roof Provides for the reduction in interior temperature fluctuations and reducing energy loads, reduces stormwater runoff, reduces heat island effect, provides for native habitat for local flora and fauna, potential for edible gardening when ground floor landscaping is not available.

Soft and wispy, Grevillea 'Long John' draws the eye and plays off the red shutters. photo by Billy Goodnick
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View from house entry. Rustic floor finish and clean white walls reflect any incoming light from the exterior windows which provides natural lighting yet also reducing heat build up yet will which reduces energy usage on cooling. Door to left helps create an air barrier reducing cool/warm air depending on the season.

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Sunlight and home orientation are a big factor when considering how to build an energy efficient Net Zero home. Exposure to the sun has a lot of implications for heating and cooling. This was the case with our clients' home which was southeast facing with a bank of large triple pane windows. That provided very bright, insulated spaces that got a lot of sunlight, reducing the need for heating in the winter time. For the hot summer days, the blinds help to reduce the amount of heat generated by sunlight, while the triple pane windows help to insulate the cool air, reducing the need for A/C cooling and leading to year round energy conservation.

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Newly constructed home located in the Zilker neighborhood of Austin. The existing bungalow on the property was deconstructed, with materials set aside for re-use in the new home. Goal of the project was to source exclusively from these existing materials, as well as materials salvaged from the homeowners' family ranch in West Texas. The remaining products and materials were sourced locally and made in the USA whenever possible, to lower the carbon footprint and support local manufacturers and artisans. Architecture by Loop Design Whit Preston, Photographer

Better to plant a few varieties boldly than to use every crayon in the box. Billy Goodnick
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