Off-Grid Home with ICF

 Our primary goal for this project was to incorporate high performance building components to ensure long term benefits of low maintenance and sustainability.  The homeowner wanted to have an open concept home which could capture the beautiful ocean views on each level of the home. Every aspect of the home’s frame is made with insulated concrete forms with reinforced concrete at its core to ensure year round comfort in New England.     

Since this is a ocean front property, this home was built to withstand the strong winds, salty air, and moisture that can be expected on the New England Shoreline.  The reinforced concrete core of ICF forms provides ample protection from natural disasters, while simultaneously increasing energy efficiency and sustainability.

Logix ICF was used for this project.  The garage and foundation were set with 8” ICF forms and the remainder of the walls transitioned to 6” ICF forms. The end result was a design with significant open interior space completed with large floor spans  and high ceilings.  The use of ICF forms for the floors and ceilings eliminated the need for support beams and posts which allowed for even more space in the interior. 

The home is equipped with a radiant floor heating system which runs throughout the basement, garage and bathrooms. This is accompanied by a multi-zone mini split system with heat pumps which provides both the AC and heating for the home.  The home is setup to be completely Off-Grid with all-electric appliances, heating and cooling, and hybrid water heaters. These are all powered by SunBug Solar panels and a Tesla Power walls. Additional features of the home include hybrid water heaters, improved air quality due to an HRV system, and LED lighting throughout the home.