I can easily understand why they don’t (trying to get more designs out there without multiplying the work tenfold different builders having very different plumbing and electrical needs, etc), but as new builders I don’t know if we’ll have the wherewithal to plan that all appropriately. I am a bit daunted that the plans do not include plumbing and electrical details. We are planning to build an earthbag house in New Mexico (probably a hybrid between Zero Energy One and Zero Energy Four - a small house with full frontal greenhouse). I love your site, I love your designs, and I love your philosophy of getting info out there to propagate natural building. interior greenhouse, 4 bedroom, 2 bath footprint: 40′ x 109′ not including cisterns or optional garage. This revolutionary design features zero net energy use, extremely low ‘near zero’ embodied energy. Zero Energy Four is a four bedroom version of the Zero Energy home series. There is even a built-in solar oven in the kitchen. Zero Energy Two is similar to the Zero Energy One plan above, but it has two bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, as well as separate airlock entries into the bedrooms, bermed mechanical room and pantry. This design is the result of years of research in energy efficiency and low cost, alternative building methods. This revolutionary design features zero net energy use, extremely low ‘near zero’ embodied energy and extremely low cost. Zero Energy One is a major step forward in sustainable housing. interior, 2 bedroom, 1 bath footprint: 28′ x 58′ plus buttresses. This Triple Roundhouse Cluster design connects three sloped roof roundhouses and adjoining closets to create a unique roundhouse cluster design that is earth-sheltered on three sides – east, west and north – with a sunny courtyard on the south. Subterranean Survival Shelter This round earthbag shelter for up to 4-5 individuals is designed for survival through war, plague, etc. interior spiral, plus pantry, 2 bedroom, 1 bath This unique, almost Hobbit-like earth-sheltered design includes a large grow bed, exposed timber ceiling and living roof. But by combining them it really creates a truly exciting design. The Spiral Dome Magic homes combines the Peace Dome and Spiral Houses, which are also available separately. Distinguishing features include two bedrooms, masonry two-way fireplace, covered porch and cool pantry for storage of food. Ample light is provided by the window wall next to the grow bed, window and door glazing, and suntubes. ![]() T his unique earth-sheltered Spiral 2 design includes a large grow bed, exposed timber ceiling and living roof. This unique earth-sheltered Spiral design includes a large grow bed, exposed timber ceiling and living roof. Additional ‘modules’ have been added to create an elongated rectangular design for added living space and windows added on the south for solar gain. ![]() This modern Solar Pit House is based on the traditional pit house. The undulating thatch roof or living roof is created by varying the knee wall height above the bond beam. This one and a half story Hobbit House features drop-down stairs that lead to a spacious loft, wood stove heating, and modern kitchen with pantry space for Hobbit food. interior including bedroom loft, 1 bath footprint: 18.5′ x 39′. They also requested minimal environment impact and lowest possible cost off-grid design. The Earthworm Studio was custom designed for a client who wanted total concealment by building into a hillside and using living roof and living walls. South-facing windows and a skylight over the kitchen ensures ample daylighting. Arc House Defined by an arc, this gently curving house uses passive solar design to capture the sun’s energy during the day and then store it in its interior mass to stabilize interior temperatures, even in cold climates.īased on ancient Native American designs, this Earth Lodge with living roof will keep you cozy and warm even in the harshest climates, because it is earth-sheltered.
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