Going 'net zero'
Michael Yannell has long had a goal of living in of living in one of the most energy efficient homes in the Midwest. Now the Chicago resident, with the help of architects from Farr Associates and engineers from DBHMS Engineering, has accomplished that goal.
In fact, Yannell's new home could end up being one of the most energy efficient homes in the nation. He calls it a "net zero" energy residence, which actually produces more energy than it consumes. Forty-eight solar panels on the roof generate the home's electricity. Water from the washing machine is recycled for use in the home's toilets. Even the home's underground garage is topped with a green roof.
Chicago Tribune photographer Chris Walker visited the home recently to document its energy-saving features.
In fact, Yannell's new home could end up being one of the most energy efficient homes in the nation. He calls it a "net zero" energy residence, which actually produces more energy than it consumes. Forty-eight solar panels on the roof generate the home's electricity. Water from the washing machine is recycled for use in the home's toilets. Even the home's underground garage is topped with a green roof.
Chicago Tribune photographer Chris Walker visited the home recently to document its energy-saving features.
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In the south garden
Engineer Sachin Anand, homeowner Michael Yannell, architect Jonathan Boyer and project manager April Hughes (left to right) gather on July 20 in the south garden of the energy-efficient home belonging to Yannell in Chicago's Ravenswood neighborhood. Boyer, who also works for Farr Associates, was the architect for the home; while Anand was the engineer who worked on the house.
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