A-Frame Cottage
on top of the cliff
Location Woodstock, Maine
Year Completed 2022
Gross Floor Area 1,725
Design: Winkelman Architecture
This A-frame sits on the edges of a cliff with spectacular views of the Western Maine Mountains and Lake Christopher. On the ground floor is a garage, utility room and a gear room. The main floor has a kitchen, living area and a guestroom. The top floor has a primary bed and bathroom as well as a small loft accessible by a ladder.
Features:
Passive House Envelope
Morso Woodstove
All Electric Building
Passive House Elements:
Double Stud super Insulated Wall System
Zehnder ERV for balanced ventilation and superior indoor air quality
Mitsubishi Airsource Heat Pumps for heating and cooling
Proclima Airsealing products for airtight construction
Triple-Glazed Windows for high thermal performance
Carbon Conscious Choices:
Cellulose Insulation
Locally sourced Eastern White Cedar siding