The house faces magnetic south, with the central staircase facing due south as you take in the views while ascending and descending.

Location: Golden Gate Canyon, Colorado

Sustainability: double-stud exterior wall framing with continuous exterior insulation, ground-source-heat-pump heating, natural materials, low-VOC, roof designed for future photovoltaics, net-zero-energy ready

Credits: structural engineer: KL&A // contractor: Kinsman Construction

Year Completed: 2012