Tag: Versailles

PJHM Tours Techstyle Haus – Solar Decathlon 2014

Here’s the challenge: Design a highly efficient solar-powered house from scratch, using materials that have NEVER been used before in residential construction. Then, figure out how to get it moved over to France for an international competition. This is the story of Techstyle Haus. Techstyle Haus is a self-sustaining solar home built by students from … Continued

Solar Decathlon Europe 2014 – Part I

Last year I was pretty bummed I missed the Solar Decathlon at OC Great Park. My feelings were compounded when James sent me pictures and a write-up to post on the PJHM blog. Listen up y’all: you don’t need to be an architect to appreciate the event. Originally started by the U.S. Department of Energy in … Continued