Recipient of the USGBC’s 2009 Greenbuild Legacy Project, this residence demonstrates that green building doesn’t have to add the extra costs typically associated with green building practices. Design charrettes were held early in the design process to bring together all the stakeholders to formulate energy and water efficiency building strategies while maximizing LEED points in all categories [+] more.
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LEED Document Manager
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Sustainable Design Charrettes
Sustainable Features
Net zero annual energy use
Prefabricated foam wall structure
Solar panels for generating electricity
High degree of insulation
Fresh air ventilation
Rainwater collection system
Centrally located hot water
Reclaimed materials used in construction
Recycling of demolition materials and construction waste
LEED Certification Level
Platinum
Ironwood Trails Subdivision
Each of the homes built in this 18 home subdivision is seeking LEED Certification and features 3 kW solar panels on each home.
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LEED Document Manager
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Sustainable Features
Low-energy lighting, Energy Star rating appliances, low-VOC paint
Minimal landscaping with desert adapted plants
High degree of wall and roof insulation
High performance windows
LEED Certification Level
Certified
Oro Vista Subdivision
Located near scenic South Mountain, this green subdivision of 32 homes is seeking LEED Certification.
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LEED Document Manager
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Sustainable Features
Draught tolerant plants throughout subdivision
Solar hot water and solar panels utilized
Energy Star appliances
Low-e windows
Tightly sealed thermal envelope
LEED Certification Level
Certified
Kesler Family Home
This single family residence is seeking LEED Platinum and Energy Star Certification.
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LEED Document Manager
Credit Interpretation Research
Energy Modeling and Custom Energy Consultation
Sustainable Features
Solar panels for electricity generation
Highly sealed thermal envelope
Energy efficient appliances
Low-e windows
Spray foam insulation
LEED Certification Level
Platinum
SRP Family Home
This residence is seeking LEED Gold Certification.