Forest Edge House – Off-Grid Solar Powered Home in the Catskills | Modern Sustainable Architecture

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Forest Edge House – Off Grid Solar Powered Home in the Catskills | Modern Sustainable Architecture

Discover the Forest Edge House, a fully solar-powered modern residence located in the serene forests of the West Catskills, New York. Designed by award-winning architect Marc Thorpe, this 1,500 sq ft contemporary home showcases a harmonious blend of sustainable technology, minimalist architecture, and deep respect for nature.

Set on a 3-acre forested site, the house features FSC-certified natural pine cladding, radiant floor heating, an open living–kitchen–dining plan, and a dramatic 25-foot cantilevered steel deck that extends into the surrounding tree canopy. Powered by 24 Monocrystalline solar panels, a 15K Sol-Ark inverter, and a LifePo lithium battery bank, Forest Edge generates up to 38 kWh of clean energy daily, offering true off-grid living.

More than a house, Forest Edge is a statement about autonomy, ecological responsibility, and the future of sustainable living. Through Edifice Upstate, Marc Thorpe and Claire Pijoulat envision a new model of contemporary housing—where architecture, technology, and nature exist in perfect balance.

✨ Key Features
– 100% solar-powered home in the Catskills
– 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1500 sq ft
– FSC-certified natural pine exterior
– 25’ cantilevered deck overlooking the forest
– Radiant floor heating
– Designed by Marc Thorpe
– Built by Edifice Upstate

If you enjoy modern architecture, off-grid homes, or sustainable design, this project is a must-see.

Architects: Marc Thorpe Design + Architecture - https://www.marcthorpedesign.com/
Photo: Clay Banks - https://www.claybanks.info/
Location: Roscoe, NY, USA
Project Year: 2025
Category: Private Houses
Primary Building Material: Wood
Building Area: 1500 sq ft

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