The home of Sunwood owner Todd Thompson and family is 90% solar heated, and completely energy self-sufficient with solar and wind power. This earth-sheltered home is set in a south-facing hillside, shielding it from the strong seasonal winds and reducing heat loss. Large adobe walls and bancos inside capture the suns heat in the cold months, while deep eaves and cross-ventilation keep it cool in summer. This post and beam structure was fully roofed before any interior or exterior walls were in place, allowing workers to finish the building more efficiently under a protective covering. This home features a greywater irrigation system, tinted concrete floors, large sleeping lofts, 3 bedrooms, two baths, radiant backup heating with on-demand heater, and energy -efficient fixtures.