Casa Familia Eco Friendly Home Design by Kevin deFreitas

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Kevin deFreitas architect has completed an eco friendly minimalist house design which stated the quintessential Southern Californian courtyard houses. The goal of the project was to design and construct a highly efficient home that would employ passive and active strategies to significantly reduce energy, water, and resource consumption all while delivering a modern, comfortable and livable home for a young family of six.

The result of the effort through concerted research and various experimentation was completely satisfying. It successfully consuming 65% less electricity that standard given by the state. The eco friendly house also use 55% less water on a comparable house size without sacrificing comfort and aesthetics.

For further details, visit the deFreitas Architects website.

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