Tuesday, January 24, 2012

20 Stunning Energy-Efficient Homes in the 2011 Solar Decathlon! (Part 4)



The State University of New Jersey and New Jersey Institute of Technology have joined forces to create the ENJOY House, which features an inverted-hip roof that is calibrated for optimal solar energy and rainwater collection.


The Solar Roofpod is designed to reclaim underused urban rooftop areas for green living city living. Designed by Team New York, it caps off an existing mid-rise building with an eco penthouse.


Living Light’s UT Solar Decathlon House is a loft-like, glass-enclosed home with alternating translucent and transparent panes and horizontal blinds that flood the home with light while providing privacy. Designed by the University of Tennessee, the home features a high-tech controllable lighting and blinds system.


Unit 6 Unplugged was designed to integrate into the historic city of Norfolk, Virginia. The artsy homes of Old Dominion University and Hampton University inspired Team Tidewater Virginia to create a solar home with a beautiful porch and floor-to-ceiling windows.



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