| Title | Description |
| Site Work |
Minimal disturbance to site (less than 1/3rd), maximum southern solar exposure, no lawn watering systems. |
| Foundation |
25% Recycled Fly Ash content in mix |
| Frame |
Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) for maximum energy efficiency (R25 in walls, R40 in roof), factory built for production efficiency and yielding superior waste reduction |
| Building Envelope |
Super tight with taped seams on all house paper, advanced window and door flashing techniques, and vented siding rainscreen |
| Siding |
Preprimed red cedar clapboards (including edges) over vented rainscreen |
| Windows |
Energy Star Rated Low U High efficiency with Low E Argon filled double pane glass |
| Lumber |
FSC Certified and formaldehyde free lumber for all interior millwork, Engineered lumber included OSB panels |
| Deck Material |
Recycled plastic lumber made from recycled HDPE plastic containers |
| Roofing |
30 Year Asphalt shingles over roofing paper barrier with bituminous membrane on the rakes and soffits, aluminum drip edge, large overhanging soffits (12") |
| Heating System |
High efficiency (95%+) appropriately sized gas boiler with radiant heat throughout, and programmable thermostats |
| Plumbing |
Low flow toilets (1.5GPF), shower and sink aerators for reduced water use, all hot water pipes insulated |
| Air Circulation |
A tight house requires mechanical ventilation including a Heat Recovery Ventilator (HRV) and an automatic bathroom fan on timers |
| Finishes |
Low VOC finishes throughout including ecostar paint and water based varnishes |
| Lighting |
Use of Compact Fluorescent Lightbulbs (CFLs) |
| Appliances |
Energy Star Rated |
| Flooring |
Locally Harvested and Produced renewable hardwood flooring |
| Counters |
Material Reuse of Bowling Alley for counters |
| Rain Barrel |
For roof drain water reuse |
| Recycling Plan |
Resulted in 60% reduction in waste and 94% of waste material being recycled |