The Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Boston’s First Passive House-Certified Homes qpurcell Tue, 11/28/2023 - 13:10 It was -10 degrees Fahrenheit during a brutal Boston winter. But inside one of three Brucewood Homes , it was a relatively pleasant 55 degrees—with the heating system turned off. Inside the glass wall stands a sculptural staircase made of steel and white oak.

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The Pro Builder

APRIL 18, 2024

But the neighborhood’s newest addition fits right in, blending modern with a hint of Japanese inspiration and a nature-focused aesthetic that earned it the coveted Home of the Year award in the Best in American Living Awards (BALA) for 2023. It also was designed to take advantage of a community solar program.

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 25, 2023

Two Ipe wood terraces, sheltered by a roof and wall trellis, compliment the interior spaces, while a green roof surrounds all living and sleeping areas. Shou sugi ban wood, charred using controlled fire, wraps around the living and office spaces to add depth, texture, and contrast with the smooth glass plane.

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Bylt News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

This project has been identified as one of the many early action projects of the Greater Hartford Mobility Study which is being undertaken by the Department to develop a comprehensive program to improve the transportation system and address mobility within the region. There is also an open 5-story staircase on each end.

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