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Mirroring the depth and dimensionality of the solemn landscape in Larvik, Norway that surrounds its pensive geometry, one contemporary residence created by Snøhetta is defined by its characteristic tilt to the southeast. Forged with the most innovative environmental


building techniques and the highest standards for contemporary living, it is also place to facilitate learning about building methodology for houses with integrated sustainable solutions. Snøhetta’s Project Manager for designing the 201


square metre residence, Kristian Edwards, explains: “Our concept of ‘Form follows environment’ has resonated throughout recent projects. Inherent in this approach is a desire to not merely offer sustainability, but bring environmental embellishment; internally, externally, locally and on larger scales. The nature of the ZEB Pilot House requires us to be extremely site specific, and to consider an extraordinary number of parameters.” The firm, a partner within ZEB (The Research Centre


on Zero Emission Buildings), is known internationally for their commitment to sustainable projects. To achieve ZEB-OM classification a project is required to document and verify a minimum of 100%


CO2 offsetting. Renewable energy production via


photovoltaic and solar-thermal panels integrated in the building envelope enables offsetting of carbon emissions generated by the burning of fossil fuels in power stations. This focus on carbon emissions associated with building materials represents a new direction in the vital drive toward a sustainable construction industry. “The tilted volume is undeniably the architectural


feature that is predominant,” says Edwards. “The angle is generated by optimum solar production for the BIPV [building-integrated photovoltaics].” The other two main features include: “The atrium, an attractive and intelligent space that extends the boundaries of the living spaces, and the gabion wall, which creates a division between context – allowing for privacy as well as an infrastructural element that feeds the pool annex and the carport.” It also features geothermal energy from energy wells


in the ground for the energy needs of the family house, and will even generate enough surplus to power an electric car all year round! Heating and cooling is solved passively through the placement of glass surfaces, orientation, house


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