Cannon Beach, OR

Czopek & Erdenberger was a member of the design team working with the owners from the beginning in the design and construction of this multi-award winning and highly published 2,000 square foot home in Cannon Beach.  Designed with the idea of providing a place for their family’s use which would last for generations, the owner’s goal was to build a home which is healthy to live in, using materials and systems which have a dramatically reduced impact on the environment and which is understated, blending with the character of Cannon Beach.  The result is a ‘net zero energy’ home which will produce as much or more energy than it uses.  Key to meeting their goals was controlling the size of the home (less materials consuming less resources, less space requiring less heating), while providing a setting which, while comfortable for the two of them, could also accommodate large gatherings of friends or family.  C&E worked closely with the owner to develop each space in the home to its highest potential utilizing natural daylighting and ventilation and energy-efficient appliances and lighting while incorporating their love of color, their goal of using sustainable materials throughout their home, and their interest in incorporating artwork and craft into the design of the building.

Architect:  Nathan Good Architects PC