Cold Climate Home by Designer AndrewMichler, Colorado, USA A home for a cold climate is always built with insulation materials. Until now, the most popular of these has been foam plastic, laid between concrete blocks and interior trim, and on the outside under the cladding. Its main drawback is that it is made of dangerous chemicals and contains harmful toxins. So when designer and builder Andrew Michler began designing his own home, he decided to completely abandon plastic foam.
Several types were needed for constructionnatural wood, Andrew came up with a clever and cost-effective solution: surround the interior with a hollow space filled with rock wool and cellulose insulation. This allowed him to completely abandon the traditional concrete and foam, replacing them with wood and eco-friendly insulation. The result is a two-story structure with a pitched roof, which contains living spaces, an office and a store.
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Home for a cold climate by designer Andrew Michlera, Colorado, USA
