200sqm Zero Emission Home

The project entailed the construction of a 200sqm Zero Emission Building (ZEB-OM) consisting of a single-family house with a rental unit. The complex, completed between 2018 and 2020, is seen as a demonstration of sustainable living achievable by a typical middle-class family. Developed for ambitious owners, the building features two floors designed to optimize space and energy efficiency.

Optimized Solar Energy Design

Environmental considerations are at the core of the design, with the structure positioned on the northern side of the lot to maximize southern exposure for the garden and solar energy collection. The homeowners aimed to harvest solar energy most effectively by orienting the building east-west, with a long façade facing south, equipped with photovoltaic (PV) panels on both the southern roof and façade. Key architectural elements, such as the second-floor cantilever, are incorporated to manage seasonal sun exposure effectively.

Winter-Garden Unifies Eco-Friendly House

The heart of the house is an open, central winter-garden, spanning 7.5 meters in height, which connects the rooms across both floors, creating a sense of unity and openness. The thermal mass of concrete is utilized within the home to maintain temperature regulation throughout the seasons. Furthermore, the project is a commissioned, completed work by Haugen/Zohar Architects in collaboration with Asplan Viak, Civitas, Woodcon, and the team includes professionals like Marco Boella, Marit Justine Haugen, and Dan Zohar.