Dwell Development has designed a new home, located in Seattle, that features a cutting-edge combination of green technology, renewable energy and reclaimed materials. This building was designed to meet Built Green Emerald Star certification, and will be the first home of its kind in Seattle.
The building's roof and windows are placed and configured so as to maximize solar gain without compromising on appearance or aesthetic appeal. The home's electricity needs are met by a 6.6 Kilowatt photovoltaic array on the roof, while the building is expected to attain an HERS Score of zero, marking it out as a zero energy status building.
Dwell Development also took full advantage of locally available materials in the countertops, cabinets and tiles. Ultimately, this is a home that seamlessly combines aesthetic appeal and eco-friendly features.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Green Technology
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing advanced green technology solutions to maximize energy efficiency in buildings.
- Renewable Energy
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring new sources and technologies for renewable energy generation to power residential and commercial buildings.
- Reclaimed Materials
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating innovative methods and systems for efficiently sourcing and utilizing reclaimed materials in construction projects.
Where This Applies
- Home Construction
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Transforming the home construction industry by integrating green technology, renewable energy, and reclaimed materials.
- Renewable Energy
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Revolutionizing the renewable energy industry by developing innovative solutions for clean energy generation in residential and commercial settings.
- Sustainable Building Materials
- Disruptive innovation opportunity: Disrupting the sustainable building materials industry by creating new methods for sourcing, manufacturing, and using reclaimed materials.
