Prefab Infiniski Menta House Features Steel Shutters Shaped Like Mint Leaves in Spain

Despite what some of you may be thinking, <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Weathering_steel">those weathered Corten steel shutters</a> on the facade of the Infiniski Menta House in Spain are made to look like mint leaves. This is the latest in a series of super-sustainable prefabricated homes designed by <a href="http://www.infiniski.com/espana/">James &amp; Mau</a> and it may well be one of their greatest accomplishments to date. Powered by solar-panels and an <a href="http://inhabitat.com/google-invests-in-biomass-fuel-startup-firm-coolplanetbiofuels-negative-carbon-fuel/">advanced biomass system</a>, and insulated with sheep wool and cellulose panels, the 100 square meter home in Tarragon consumes 60% less energy than average.

This striking holiday home lives in the Spanish countryside

It is powered by rooftop solar panels and an advanced biomass system

The Corten steel facade contrasts nicely with the surrounding natural environment

Shutters shaped like mint leaves provide shading and natural ventilation, as well as a lovely design touch

The cubed home is insulated with sheep wool and cellulose panels

Well-positioned to optimize natural lighting, the home uses 60% less energy than most

The interior furnishings are modest and the space expansive

That is a mint leaf. We promise.

We really love the minimalist touch in one of two bedrooms.