Lumenhaus: Virginia Tech has built a “100% energy efficient house … without sacrificing quality of living.” It uses “responsive architecture” coupled with computerized smart features. This house responds to the weather and performs according to its resident’s lifestyle.

Eco-houses like this design are in development largely for the high-end market as yet. But builders believe that as they innovate, many features of such homes will begin to reach the mainstream construction business. This is occurring as zero-waste housing gains clout for its luxury image and ethical appeal.

Conspicuous consumption and wanton waste in the name of “success” are rapidly losing social acceptance in the 21st Century. That’s good news. Home building is an area where huge energy conservation gains can be claimed, with large and lasting effects.

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