green features

Minimizes waste due to precise cutting

Allows for reuse and recycling of excess materials

Dramatically reduces noise, dust, and damage to existing site landscape and neighborhood

Centralizes trades, reducing vehicular emissions from travel to and from construction sites

Dual-Pane Low-E Glass (U value: .28) in all windows and doors

39% better insulation than standard glass

Better Ultra violet protection than standard glass, allowing only 16% penetration versus 77% for standard glass

Floor-to-ceiling windows and doors capture views and natural light

Optional window shades provide added UV protection

Energy Star-rated appliances—including gas range or gas cooktop and oven, dishwasher, microwave, and washing machine

Energy Star-rated Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning system

“On-demand” tankless hot water heater conserves up to 20% more energy than heating water in a conventional tank by only heating water as it is needed

Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified EcoTimber flooring

Cabinet cores fabricated from low formaldehyde MDF

Optional grid-connected solar panels feed excess electricity back into the grid by day and draw electricity from the grid by night

Radiant floor heating option allows for energy savings

Optional geothermal systems take advantage of the Earth’s land mass temperature to heat and cool the home

All homes are painted with non-toxic, low VOC paint

Other green materials and systems available as custom options