Carrboro Cottage

Location: Carrboro, NC

Completed: 2008

Square footage: 2,500 (heated), 475 (exterior), 500 (apartment)

Nestled on a small, wooded lot in a well-established neighborhood, this home was designed in response to the eclectic mix of bungalows and cottages nearby. The light-filled interior offers spacious rooms and cozy nooks. Windows are situated to maximize light and views while maintaining privacy. A screened porch and deck are located on the south side, surrounded by a garden.

A studio apartment over the garage offers generous storage and its own kitchen, washer and dryer, and entrance, providing a comfortable home for a college student or university employee.

Significant green features:

• Energy Star-certified home
• Spray-foam insulation
• Ventless attic (insulation in the rafters)
• Sealed crawl space
• Auxiliary apartment for increased density
• Infill lot