Solar and Wind-Powered Living Aleutian Home Resembles a Lobster Tail

<a href="http://www.organic-scapes.com/">Organic Scapes and Architecture</a> sent us these images of their entry into the 2012 Living Aleutian Home design competition.Their solar and wind-powered OS+A home is designed specifically to capture the prevailing winds and maximize views, and it has a double-skin that mimics the strength and structure of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lobster">a lobster tail</a>.

OS+A submitted this concept to the 2012 Living Aleutian Home Competition

The home has a double skin, one of which is wrapped in photovoltaic film

It is also partially wind-powered

The design is orientated to maximize the winter sun

North and south glazing uses passive design to increase the home's energy efficiency

The lobster-like shell protects the home from harsh environmental conditions