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Set at the
north edge of a meadow in a cedar grove, the Wilmerding Residence was designed
to connect the owners and their family to a unique piece of land. Gardens
surround the home to create outdoor places and paths. The plan orients living
spaces to the south toward distant views, sun and breeze. A central living
volume is flanked by timber trusses that extend through the heart of the house
to support the main roof and second floor.
Hybrid timber frame design allows for a super insulated double wall assembly.
Two solar electric trackers provide electricity while solar hot water panels
provide energy to domestic hot water and radiant heating. A wood pellet boiler
supplements remaining heat and hot water demands. Energy recovery ventilation
keeps fresh air in the house during the heating season. |
