Eco-Conscious Living: Sustainable Home Design on the Isle of Skye

The video discusses eco-friendly construction using local wood and designs inspired by regional farm sheds. It highlights the use of a low-tech approach for energy efficiency, relying on a wood stove for heating and hot water. The house features a wooden structure with engineered beams and triple-glazed windows to minimize heat loss. The running cost is low, and the design fosters a strong connection with the surrounding landscape.

What is the primary material used for the structure of the eco-friendly house?

• Steel

• Local wood

• Concrete

• Brick

How is the house heated and provided with hot water?

• Wood stove

• Gas furnace

• Electric heaters

• Solar panels

What is the main focus of the living area in the house?

• The kitchen

• The fireplace

• The dining table

• The television

What type of windows are used to minimize heat loss?

• Triple-glazed

• Single-glazed

• Quadruple-glazed

• Double-glazed

Approximately how much does it cost to run the house per month?

• £100

• £75

• £45

• £60