Beaver Pond Retreat
Summer cottage and winter chalet
Location Bridgton, Maine
Year Completed 2022
Gross Floor Area 1,600 sq ft
Architect: Briburn Architecture
Situated on the steep edges of Beaver Pond, this compact retreat offers year-round comfort in a high-performance envelope. Designed for relaxed living, the upstairs features an open-concept layout, while the walkout basement includes two bedrooms and a shared living space. Built with a double stud wall system, TJI rafters, triple pane windows and Proclima Airsealing Products the home achieves an air-tight, well-insulated structure that supports energy efficiency and comfort in all seasons.
Features
Passive House Envelope
All Electric Building
Rais Woodstove
Carport with Storage Compartments
Finished Walkout Basement
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 Logic Windows for high thermal performance
Carbon Conscious Choices
Cellulose Insulation
Waxed and Polished Concrete Floors