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Leavenworth, WA, United States
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Nest Haus
Leavenworth, WA, United States
Firm
Type
STATUS
Built
YEAR
2020
SIZE
1000 sqft - 3000 sqft
In Eastern Washington, where energy resources are abundant, but conservation is rare, stands a residence that challenges the status quo. Syndicate Smith's Nest Haus transcends its striking form to deliver tangible, user-centric performance, proving that being unconventional can be a force for positive transformation.
Nest Haus was designed with comfort and efficiency in mind, using both passive and active systems to reduce energy consumption amid Leavenworth's extreme climate, which can experience 120-degree temperature fluctuations annually.
A super roof, enveloped by a nest-like structure, shields the dwelling while creating distinctive covered and semi-covered outdoor spaces. Its thick, high-performance envelope—featuring exterior insulation, air barriers, high-performance windows, and exterior shading—functions as a soft machine, responsive to its environment. A fully insulated slab and continuous perimeter insulation at the stem wall protect the home from seasonal temperature swings, while decoupling the slab from the perimeter wall eliminates thermal bridging at ground level.
The interior is defined by simplicity, durability, and a minimalist aesthetic. Floor-to-ceiling white high-gloss kitchen cabinetry conceals appliances while providing easy maintenance, and an expansive stacking bi-fold door seamlessly connects the interior counter to an outdoor entertaining bar. Custom wardrobe casework and a built-in dresser enhance the primary bedroom, while Kohler Purist fixtures and a sleek, grout-free concrete shower reinforce the home's refined, low-maintenance design.
Its airtight envelope minimizes air leakage, allowing a Heat Recovery Ventilation (HRV) system to continuously supply filtered fresh air while removing stale air, odors, dust, pollen, and other airborne contaminants. Together, the home's solar orientation, exterior blinds, and thermal mass reduce reliance on mechanical heating and cooling. A 0.25 air changes per hour rating underscores the exceptional performance of the building envelope, while the integrated exterior shading system further improves energy efficiency.
Nest Haus demonstrates the three primary benefits of energy-efficient homes: consistent indoor temperatures, controlled ventilation, and passive temperature regulation through solar gain, exterior shading, and thermal mass, creating a quiet, comfortable living environment.
Beyond thermal performance, the tightly sealed envelope serves as a highly effective sound barrier, creating an exceptionally quiet interior. By emphasizing the broader benefits of energy efficiency, Syndicate Smith's Nest Haus stands as a testament to resilience, long-term comfort, and the quiet, lasting power of a well-built jacket.
Project Team
Architect: Syndicate Smith
Builder: Carlisle Classic Homes
Structural Engineer: BTL Engineering
Photography: Travis Knoop Photography
Nest Haus was designed with comfort and efficiency in mind, using both passive and active systems to reduce energy consumption amid Leavenworth's extreme climate, which can experience 120-degree temperature fluctuations annually.
A super roof, enveloped by a nest-like structure, shields the dwelling while creating distinctive covered and semi-covered outdoor spaces. Its thick, high-performance envelope—featuring exterior insulation, air barriers, high-performance windows, and exterior shading—functions as a soft machine, responsive to its environment. A fully insulated slab and continuous perimeter insulation at the stem wall protect the home from seasonal temperature swings, while decoupling the slab from the perimeter wall eliminates thermal bridging at ground level.
The interior is defined by simplicity, durability, and a minimalist aesthetic. Floor-to-ceiling white high-gloss kitchen cabinetry conceals appliances while providing easy maintenance, and an expansive stacking bi-fold door seamlessly connects the interior counter to an outdoor entertaining bar. Custom wardrobe casework and a built-in dresser enhance the primary bedroom, while Kohler Purist fixtures and a sleek, grout-free concrete shower reinforce the home's refined, low-maintenance design.
Its airtight envelope minimizes air leakage, allowing a Heat Recovery Ventilation (HRV) system to continuously supply filtered fresh air while removing stale air, odors, dust, pollen, and other airborne contaminants. Together, the home's solar orientation, exterior blinds, and thermal mass reduce reliance on mechanical heating and cooling. A 0.25 air changes per hour rating underscores the exceptional performance of the building envelope, while the integrated exterior shading system further improves energy efficiency.
Nest Haus demonstrates the three primary benefits of energy-efficient homes: consistent indoor temperatures, controlled ventilation, and passive temperature regulation through solar gain, exterior shading, and thermal mass, creating a quiet, comfortable living environment.
Beyond thermal performance, the tightly sealed envelope serves as a highly effective sound barrier, creating an exceptionally quiet interior. By emphasizing the broader benefits of energy efficiency, Syndicate Smith's Nest Haus stands as a testament to resilience, long-term comfort, and the quiet, lasting power of a well-built jacket.
Project Team
Architect: Syndicate Smith
Builder: Carlisle Classic Homes
Structural Engineer: BTL Engineering
Photography: Travis Knoop Photography
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