September 28, 2003
Fully :) Sustainable Monterey House
The massive windows, sleek tile floor and minimalist style of Lee von Hasseln's Pebble Beach home are undeniably eye-catching. But the most interesting feature of the place may be the gauge on her electric meter, which spins in reverse most of the time.
Last weekend I had the opportunity visit an amazing postmodern house in Pebble Beach. In a neighborhood filled with giant monstrosities of architecture, lives Lee von Hesseln. She was kind enough to show us around and tell us all about the special materials, glass, rock, and solar power, that make her house actually "earn" credits from PG & E (Pacific Gas and Electric).
The best part is that she designed the house herself. It is part of a Northern CA. solar home tour. Read more in the Monterey Herald Article.
Links:
http://www.montereyherald.com/mld/montereyherald/living/6875665.htm
http://www.norcalsolar.org/tour/