Sustainable Design Case Study: Red Hills Residence
Red Hills Residence is a Net Positive private residence designed by Scott Edwards Architecture in Oregon wine country. The sunlight-dappled home is a respite, weaving interior and exterior materials and structural elements together intentionally in conversation with the surrounding natural landscape. Red Hills is sited to quietly rest within the forested land and maximize views from its place on a ridge overlooking vineyards beyond. The design applies passive and active sustainability strategies. Passive strategies include site orientation, concrete floors providing thermal mass, efficient circulation, and a well-insulated envelope. The site also includes a 12.64 kW photovoltaic array.
Key Performance Metrics
The following are key performance metrics that contribute to Red Hills Residence’s sustainable design and Net Positive designation.
