North House: Prototyping Climate Responsive Envelope and Control Systems

This article presents a design research project that focused on developing a full-scale prototype of a net-positive energy solar powered residence, optimized for cold climates. The article discusses project objectives, design aspects, development of a specialized facade system with integrated photovoltaics, different building systems incorporated into the house, and control mechanisms used to track and monitor energy usage.

keywords: responsive envelopes, net energy positive housing, residential building controls, building envelope design, solar facade systems