TruexCullins | ARCHITECTURE + INTERIOR DESIGN

SOUTH FARM HOMES
Hinesburg, Vermont

TruexCullins was commissioned to design six homes as part of a green community called South Farm Homes. All the homes in the development are net zero, which means they are intended to produce as much energy as they use over the course of the year. Environmental features include geo-thermal heating, radiant concrete floors, triple pane windows, super insulated walls and roofs, active PV solar panels (welded to the metal roofing of each home), and significant south facing glass - which provide solar gain and great views down the valley.

The homes sit comfortably in the south-facing hillside, and each has its own individual charm, using quality materials with attention to details. They are also part of the Vermont Builds Greener program, a certification system that ensures the homes are healthy, energy efficient and incorporate other aspects of sustainable home construction.

This project won the “Best of the Best” award for green building at the Better Buildings by Design conferences in 2008 and 2009.

Photos by Rolf Kielman and Susan Teare