Green / LEED Features
Construction / Site Management
• 75% of construction waste diverted from landfills and recycled
• Erosion controls during construction to prevent runoff and pollution
• Durability plan to extend the life of materials and structure
• Detailed framing package to reduce waste and off-cuts
The Building Envelope
• Energy balanced design utilizing solar orientation and sun louvres
• Optimized energy performance - 74.9% above Title 24
• Natural ventilation and light in 95% living spaces
• Insulated Kalwall skylights provide natural light without heat gain
• High-efficiency glass doors and Argon filled windows
• Walls and ceilings sealed with bio-based sprayed cellulose insulation
• Light-colored Titan metal & Sure-Weld TPO roofing to reduce heat gain
• All framing members FSC certified or pre-engineered
Technical / Equipment
• 5.2kw/28 panel solar photovoltaic system
• 2 solar thermal panels offsetting 70% domestic hot water needs
• In-floor radiant heating system with multiple zone controls
• Energy Star Appliances
• High-efficiency lighting; LED lighting
Finishes / Interior
• FSC certified tropical woods for floors and interior doors
• Low flow faucets, fixtures, and toilets
• High recycled content in all tile and countertops
• Low and zero VOC paints and adhesives
• No urea-formaldehyde resins in composite materials for cabinets
Landscape / Exterior
• 100% non-invasive native and drought tolerant plants
• High efficiency irrigation with climate sensor reducing water demand
• Light-colored walkways and decks to reduce local heat island effects
• Eco friendly faux grass used on roof deck and dog runs for less watering
• Permanent erosion controls to protect hillside nd reduce runoff
• Grey water ready
Third Party Verifications
• HERS (Home Energy Rating System) energy analysis of the home’s design
• Documentation of systems, implementation, and approved methods
