Bethel Passive House

Spacious Ski home

Location Bethel, Maine

Year Completed 2016

Gross Floor Area 4,390 sq ft

Design Landmark 

Built to the passive house standard.  With a barn-like structure, this ski chalet has a great mix of old and new.  Designed by the owner of a large construction company, Maine Passive House incorporated a state-of-the-art passive house with all the bells and whistles of a 21st century modern home. The main floor has two large bedrooms, a rec area and a gear storage area. The upstairs has an open concept living area, a primary bedroom and bath, and a set of metal stairs leading up to a loft area.

Features:

  • Large timberframed trusses

  • All Electric Building

  • Custom Built Metal Stairs

Passive House Elements:

  • Larsen Truss 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 Unilux Windows for high thermal performance

Carbon Conscious Choices:

  • Slab on grade foundation

  • Cellulose Insulation

  • Waxed Concrete Floor