An efficient + low impact design
Knickerbocker Group was honored to receive a Green Home + Design Award for its Aisling project in the New Build/ADU Category. For two empty nesters seeking a home that reflected their values, downsizing was about more than square footage—it was about shaping a daily life rooted in comfort, sustainability, and ease. Their 175-year-old farmhouse no longer supported aging in place or environmentally conscious living, prompting the choice of an 800-square-foot prefabricated home designed for livability and efficiency. Constructed using volumetric methods, the all-electric home features dense-pack wood fiber insulation, triple-glazed windows, and high-performance heat pumps, ensuring year-round comfort with minimal energy use.
Materials were selected for durability, low impact, and local sourcing, including local pine siding, custom cabinetry, and select lighting fixtures. Expansive south-facing windows and a screened porch bring in natural light, maximize passive solar gain, and connect the interior to the surrounding landscape. Interiors are thoughtfully layered with vintage furnishings and locally sourced Maine artwork.
