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VOLKsHouse = Passive House

Posted on June 9, 2011 by jonah

Introducing the VOLKsHouse SUSTAINABLE HOUSE BREAKS THE COST BARRIER VOLKsHouse is a response to America’s overuse of energy resources and the typically higher cost of green construction. Based on energy-conserving Passive House technology, it was built to prove that eco-construction … Continue reading →

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Site Selection for VOLKsHouse

Posted on June 9, 2011 by jonah

Once Santa Fe was selected as the location for the VolksHouse a search for property began. The Ferguson Lane parcel had many extremely favorable characteristics that made it immediately attractive. Orientation:  Though perfect solar orientation is not required for Passive … Continue reading →

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