Energy-Efficient Single Family Home In South England, Built On-Site

Lately more and more people prefer prefabricated houses because they are much easier to assemble and to build and they can be ready in no time. This modern option is supported by many successful examples and projects. This is one of them. This single family home can be found in Kusala, South England. However, it was manufactured in the US and only assembled on site.

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The two-story house was designed by Western Design Architects and it was completed in 2011. It’s a large luxury home and it has a rather simple design. The exterior of the house is quite unique. It’s not very unusual but it has some features that you don’t normally see in many houses. It’s the little details that make this house so special.

Single family house england11
Single family house england11
Single family house england11
Single family house england11
Single family house england11

The house was manufactured in the US by Lindal Cedar Homes, a Seattle-based company. They calculated the size of the various timber elements and everything was then shipped to the UK. The package contained everything including detailed specifications. Putting the house together was not a very difficult project. It was assembled on-site and it remained there. Besides the interesting design, the house is also energy-efficient.

Single family house england11
Single family house england11
Single family house england11
Single family house england11
Single family house england11
Single family house england11

It features an air source heat pump, solar hot water, a passive solar design, rainwater harvesting systems and a mechanical ventilation heat recovery system. The interior is inviting and comfortable. All the wood features create a warm and pleasant atmosphere. the decor is simple, the color palette is warm and well-balanced with nice combinations of textures and patterns.