Sustainable Design with a View: Net Zero Home in Steamboat Springs
An eco-friendly beauty designed in harmony with its gorgeous surroundings.
Photo: Kimberly Gavin
Perched high in the mountains of Steamboat Springs, this net-zero home redefines what sustainable luxury can be. The home is powered entirely by a private solar field, allowing its all-electric systems to run cleanly and efficiently—even in the depths of a Colorado winter.
Photo: Kimberly Gavin
Photo: Kimberly Gavin
From the start, every detail was guided by a commitment to sustainability and craftsmanship. Responsibly forested lumber, locally quarried stone and red list–free materials form the foundation. Inside, American-made furnishings, soy-based cabinetry and bio-ethanol fireplaces add warmth and refinement without compromising the home’s eco-conscious ethos.
Photo: Kimberly Gavin
The interior unfolds in an open plan that frames sweeping views of both peaks and valleys. Generous sliding glass doors dissolve boundaries between the living spaces and the outdoors, inviting year-round connection to nature. Thoughtful gathering areas encourage both quiet retreat and lively entertaining while art from Colorado and Navajo artists lends a rich regional spirit.
Photo: Kimberly Gavin
Photo: Kimberly Gavin
At Panoramic Point, sustainability and mountain luxury exist in perfect balance—a home that proves environmental design can be both responsible and utterly breathtaking.
Sarah Tiedeken O’Brien is Principal at Vertical Arts Architecture, a Colorado-based architecture firm specializing in creating some of the nation’s most unique residential and commercial spaces. View their profile or contact them at 970.871.0056.
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