Whidbey Puzzle Prefab sets out to merge high performance sustainability with infinite customization. While most prefab houses are divorced from context, puzzle prefab can be crafted according to each site, reconfigurable for an infinite variety of shapes and arrangements.
A footprint of 600 square feet of living spaces open out to 557 square feet of covered outdoor spaces. This is nearly a 1:1 ratio of indoor and outdoor space. The temperate climate of the Pacific Northwest enables these outdoor spaces to be an expansion of the interior, which gets the owners closer to nature. This size was determined as "just enough" for the client’s family needs.
The prefabricated cabin consists of four modules connected by covered walkways. Each module has a dedicated purpose: living, sleeping/studying, energy, and outdoor dining. Connected to the sleep/study space, the energy module has a greenhouse and rainwater collection system.
The pilot project of a tech startup, innovation and high-performance building systems achieved both carbon negative and site responsive solutions. The house maintains a high level of detail and craft while delivering commodity product.