Net-zero Acacia Avenue House saves up to 90% of heating and cooling costs

This energy efficient home in Oakland Hills features a <a href="http://inhabitat.com/bone-structure-breaks-ground-on-first-net-zero-residential-project-in-california/" target="_blank">patented steel construction technology</a> inspired by aerospace industry. The house, designed by <a href="https://bonestructure.ca/en/" target="_blank">BONE Structure</a>, features state-of-the-art <a href="http://inhabitat.com/tag/sustainable-technology/" target="_blank">sustainable technologies </a>and materials which make it not only highly ecological, but also a new paradigm when it comes to residential architecture built to last.

Currently for sale, the house features bay and canyon views floor-to-ceiling windows and a bright open interior.

Like all BONE Structure homes are open-concept living spaces without load bearing walls, with large windows that let in natural light.

In includes five bedrooms, four and a half bathrooms, living room, home office, gourmet kitchen and two car garages with interior access.

6226 Acacia Avenue by BONE Structure

6226 Acacia Avenue by BONE Structure

The house has a soya-based polyurethane thermal envelope that provides optimal insulation.

This technology patented by BONE Structure, allows home owners to save up to 90% of their energy costs for heating and cooling.

6226 Acacia Avenue by BONE Structure

6226 Acacia Avenue by BONE Structure

6226 Acacia Avenue by BONE Structure

6226 Acacia Avenue by BONE Structure

6226 Acacia Avenue by BONE Structure

6226 Acacia Avenue by BONE Structure

6226 Acacia Avenue by BONE Structure

6226 Acacia Avenue by BONE Structure

6226 Acacia Avenue by BONE Structure

6226 Acacia Avenue by BONE Structure

6226 Acacia Avenue by BONE Structure

6226 Acacia Avenue by BONE Structure

6226 Acacia Avenue by BONE Structure

6226 Acacia Avenue by BONE Structure