Puzzle Prefab

Puzzle Prefab is a prototype of modern architecture and green living. Designed to be energy-efficient by utilizing a variety of sustainable materials, innovative systems, and building practices to minimize their environmental impact. They were constructed at our shop, allowing for precision and efficiency, and then delivered to the site as 95% complete modular components. The sustainable carbon negative design, and off-grid energy system of the Puzzle Prefab is a look towards the future.

A Vision of Sustainable Architecture

Born from a radical reimagining of residential design, the Puzzle Prefab transcends traditional building methods. This revolutionary home goes beyond mere shelter, creating a dynamic and sustainable living environment.

Uncompromising Performance Standards

We didn't just aim to build a green home—we set out to redefine what's possible in sustainable living. The Puzzle Prefab exceeds rigorous Passive House standards through meticulous engineering:

Triple-pane windows engineered for maximum thermal efficiency

Advanced air sealing techniques that dramatically reduce energy loss

Comprehensive interior and exterior insulation systems that create a robust thermal envelope

A Living, Breathing Ecosystem

At the heart of the Puzzle Prefab is a sophisticated integrated greenhouse for food production

900-gallon water harvesting and storage infrastructure

Robust multi-stage filtration system providing off-grid, pristine domestic water

Minimal Impact, Maximum Innovation

Where traditional homes disrupt landscapes, the Puzzle Prefab treads lightly:

Diamond pier foundation system eliminates concrete, preserving natural terrain

Comprehensive solar array with advanced battery backup for true on/off-grid flexibility

Smart home integrated Systems and controls.

Every material tells a story of environmental responsibility

FSC-certified wood sourcing supporting responsible forest management

Non-toxic finishes when possible adhering to the most stringent Red List building practices

Materials selected not just for performance, but for planetary health

This prototype home doesn't just reduce energy consumption—it becomes a net positive energy generator. This isn't just a house. It's a blueprint for a more sustainable, intelligent, and harmonious way of living. The Puzzle Prefab stands as a prototype of what's possible when we reimagine our relationship with the built environment.

Wittman Estes / Sparrow Woodworks / J Welch Engineering LLC / Solarc Energy Group / Photography Andrew Pouge