Nubanusit Cohousing, Peterborough, NH
Project Details
Design Team
S. Pennoyer, D. O’Neil, Dan Eldredge
Landscape Architect
James Heroux, Strata Design, Boston, MA.
Structural Engineer
SFC Engineering, Manchester, NH
Contractor
Bruss Construction, Bradford, NH
Location
Peterborough, NH
Photography
Clive Russ, Peterborough, NH, Aerial Photography: Alex Maclean, Landslides Inc Lincoln, MA
Sustainable Community Living
Nubanusit Neighborhood & Farm in Peterborough, NH, exemplifies innovative community design. This award-winning, planned community for twenty-nine families offers a blend of natural beauty and environmental sustainability, set on a parcel that includes a Community Supported Agricultural (CSA) organic farm. This project is a testament to our commitment to creating spaces that not only respect the environment but also foster a sense of community and connection.
Project Highlights:
- Community Design: Houses with front porches foster social interaction, while orientation towards landscapes ensures privacy.
- Environmental Sustainability: Features like a central wood pellet heat plant, Solar PV, and high-quality building envelopes emphasize ecological responsibility.
- LEED Platinum Certification: Recognition for outstanding sustainable design standards.
Awards & Accolades
- 2010 NH Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Merit Award for Excellence in Architecture.
- LEED Platinum Recognition from the U.S. Green Building Council.
- Plan New Hampshire Merit Award