Located at Bass Cove on Lake Sammamish, along the West Lake Sammamish Parkway, the Zero Energy Idea House will combine innovative green building products and technologies with inspiring and modern design elements. The Zero Energy House is endorsed by Built Green™, ENERGY STAR® Homes, and the US Dept. of Energy’s Building America program.

In order to achieve net zero energy consumption, the home will generate its own power by use of photo voltaic panels and a wind turbine. The home will also be equipped with an energy monitor that measures and displays energy input and output in real-time.

Specs:

- 1630 square feet of living space
- 2 BR, 2 BA

Features:

- Warmboard radiant heat subfloor
- 1200 square feet of vegetative roof
- photovoltaic solar power generation
- solar hot water
- wind power generation
- SIPs (structural insulated panels)
- non-toxic materials and finishes
- rainwater harvesting system
- vegetated “living wall” privacy screen
- energy efficient windows

The Warmboard hydronic in-floor radiant heating system is described by Mike Lubliner of Washington State University Extension’s Energy Program as the most efficient heating system available. Lubliner’s office manages the Northwest ENERGY STAR® Homes program as well as the US Dept. of Energy’s Building American program, which has adopted the project as a case study.

Computer modeling by Lubliner’s team estimates the home’s total energy bills will come in at less than $500 a year. The WSU specialists will conduct a series of tests to see how well the home performs and will also install a monitoring system to provide real-time reports on energy use.

For more information and updates: http://www.zeroenergyideahouse.com/

- Winner of the 2008 National Green Award for Custom Home of the Year (presented by the NAHB)
- Winner of the Green Hammer Award from the Master Builders of King & Snohomish Counties

Dave and Anna Porter decided that they wanted to change their lifestyles to better help the environment in 2004. In 2006 they decided to remodel their home right on the beach.

Warmboard radiant floor heating was installed in order to provide this 100 year old home with energy efficient, environmentally responsible heat. In order to make this project an inspiration and model for others “Going Green at the Beach” was created.

“Going Green at the Beach” aims to set a record by meeting the requirements of all five residential green building certification programs active in this area:
- Built Green™
- ENERGY STAR® Home
- American Lung Association Health House®
- Environments for Living®
- LEED® for Homes

In meeting the requirements of those programs, the “Going Green at the Beach” house will highlight products and systems relating to all aspects of green building. The following is a list of just some of the home’s many green features.

Energy Efficiency
- 1.2 KW photovoltaic solar system
- Geothermal heat
- Warmboard radiant floor heating system
- High efficiency windows
- ENERGY STAR® appliances
- Compact fluorescent lights
- Passive solar
- Spray-foam insulation and air barrier
- Heat recovery ventilator

Water Conservation
- Dual flush toilets
- Low-flow showerheads and faucets
- Rainwater collection system
- Tankless hot water with recirculation system
- Drip irrigation
- Drought-tolerant lanscaping

Reused Materials
- Deconstruction of original structure (80% of material diverted from landfill)
- Salvage and reuse of doors, cabinets, and other items from original structure
- Wine racks made from salvaged decking from original structure

Sustainably Produced and Durable Materials
- FSC certified wood products
- Recycled glass tile
- Cork flooring produced from leftover material from wine cork production
- 50-year siding
- 40-year metal roof
- Locally manufactured materials when possible
- Sustainably produced materials
- Fireplace façade made from local stone

Healthy Indoor Air
- Warmboard radiant heat
- Low VOC paint
- Nontoxic finishes on flooring and cabinetry
- Formaldehyde-free insulation
- Minimal use of adhesives
- Formaldehyde-free cabinets
- Operable windows
- No carpet
- Efficient ventilation
- ENERGY STAR® ventilation fans
- Heat recovery ventilator

Efficient Use of Space
- Modest-sized home on a small lot
- Home rebuilt on footprint of original structure
- Multiple-use rooms
- Built-in bookcases
- Guest retreat
- Universal Design features to allow for use by individuals with disabilities

Low Impact Site Development and Natural Landscaping
- Use of compost for stormwater management
- Jobsite recycling
- Vegetated “green” roof segments for energy and stormwater management
- An “insectory” designed to attract beneficial insects
- Edible landscaping
- Drought tolerant plant selections
- Pervious paving material

Website: http://www.goinggreenatthebeach.com

This will be the first house in Park Meadows which is located adjacent to Hurricane Ridge in Port Angeles. To our knowledge, this is the first exclusively “built green” subdivision to this extent in the area of Port Angeles, Sequim, and Port Townsend. All houses will be built utilizing low impact and sustainable construction techniques.

Specs:

• 1950 square feet of living space
• 11,903 square feet of property
• 3 BR, 2 BA
• 2 car garage

Features:

• 6″ wall SIPs and 8″ roof panel SIPs
• 4KW photovoltaic system and solar hot water
• Warmboard radiant heated subfloors
• Bamboo and ceramic floor coverings in the bathrooms
• Cork floor covering in the kitchen
• Complete EnergyStar appliance package with all CFL or flourescent lighting
• Paperstone countertops (recycled paper and resin) from the Ecohaus in Seattle
• Pervious concrete and walks with native plants and rain gardens to add to stormwater management
• Solar powered exterior path, yard and deck lighting
• Jetted tubs in both bathrooms

The SIPs package (structural insulated panels) was provided by Premier Industries located in Fife, WA. It was assembled in approximately 5 days by a team of 3-5 people.

The roof is made from 85% recycled content and is 100% recyclable with a 50-year transferable warranty. FSC lumber was used for supports and steel studs used for interior framing. The home has fiber and cement siding with a 25-year paint warranty and is outfitted with Sierra Pacific windows made of aluminum clad fir.

The Warmboard radiant heat panels were simple to install and the plans provided were easy to read and follow. Warmboard radiant heat was chosen to be used in this subdivision for its energy efficiency, high product quality, and ease of installation. Eco-Green Builders also liked the controlled zoning flexibility of Warmboard and the structural soundness of the product.

The homes will be healthier than stick built houses for many reasons. There is no potential for mold as there are no air spaces in the walls due to the use of SIPs. Warmboard radiant heat contributes to the clean indoor air quality of the home because germs, dust, pollen and mold spores generally associated with forced air systems do not exist with radiant heat. All paints used are non- or low-VOC and water based interior finishes will be used for the woodwork. No urea formaldehyde is present in any of the wood materials. A whole house air exchanger will be utilized to refresh the air and eleminate the potential for Radon gas.

The energy savings of the home are unknown at this time, but testing will be done upon completion.

For more information:
http://www.ecogbi.com/

To fully enjoy the beautiful lake and city views each condominium has an in-set private balcony that is sheltered on the sides and from above.  Other features include easy access elevators from underground parking directly to residences, a minimum of two owned and assigned indoor parking stalls, and extensive sound insulation for privacy between floors, ceilings and walls.  

The top three floors that feature Warmboard radiant floor heating are 6,200 sq ft each of luxurious living space.  There is one unit per floor and each contains 4 bedrooms and five bathrooms.  Hardwood finish floors are covering the Warmboard radiant heat in both the kitchen and living areas.  With an average January high temperature of 28º F, staying comfortable and warm during these cold Milwaukee winters is imperative.  Warmboard radiant heating has been optimized for maximum conductivity, which means maximum radiant heat delivered from each drop of heated water.

Other building amenities include concierge service, 24-hour security, temperature-controlled wine cellar and humidor, state-of-the-art fitness center, a business center, and furnished guest suites for family, friends and colleagues when they visit.  Kilbourn Tower is located at the corner of Kilbourn and Prospect Avenues and is a quick 15 minute drive from Milwaukee’s airport. 

For more information: http://www.kilbourntower.com/

December through March brings average high temperatures of 21º F and average lows of 1º F here.  With the cold weather comes beautiful white snow and more than 10,000 lakes of ice to skate on.  Snowshoeing, cross-country and downhill skiing, snowmobiling, and hockey keep Minnesotans busy and warm throughout the winter.

Warmboard radiant heat will be keeping this house warm and cozy throughout the extreme winter months.  Radical temperatures such as these make home heating systems and their energy efficiencies a very important decision when building a new house.  Radiant heat is the most comfortable method of heating as it gently and evenly warms the surfaces of objects in the room. Warmboard radiant floor heating has been optimized for maximum conductivity, which means maximum radiant heat delivered from each drop of heated water.

Warmboard radiant heating also contributes to healthy and clean indoor air quality, while providing superior comfort. Germs, dust, pollen and mold spores generally associated with forced air systems do not apply to Warmboard radiant floor heating. Additionally, the high conductivity of the panel leads to lower water temperatures, creating greater energy efficiency that ultimately benefits the environment.

Lake Minnetonka (meaning “Big Waters” in the native Dakota language), is located twenty miles due West of Minneapolis/Saint Paul, Minnesota. Formed by glacial melting following the last Ice Age, Lake Minnetonka is one of the largest lakes in the state, boasting 110 miles of shoreline (officially). Other estimates have placed the figure closer to 350 miles, but any way you slice it, it’s a BIG lake.

In a span of twenty five years, Lake Minnetonka was transformed from a remote outpost into a fashionable tourist destination. 150 years later, Lake Minnetonka remains a favorite playground for thousands of visitors annually. A number of cruise lines still offer tours of the lake, some even operate restored antique boats. There are dozens of beautifully maintained parks and beaches. And special events, exhibits and festivities of all kinds are held throughout the year.

Mammoth Mountain is home to the Mammoth Mountain Ski Area which is notable in that it gets an unusually large amount of snow compared to other Eastern Sierra peaks, due to Mammoth Mountain lying in a low gap in the Sierra crest.  In the summer months the ski gondolas are used by mountain bikers and tourists who wish to get a spectacular summit view of Long Valley Caldera directly to the east and Sierra peaks to the west, south and north.

With snowfall measuring over 28ft to date for the 2007/2008 winter season adequate home heating is a necessity in this region of California.  Radiant heat is the most comfortable method of heating as it gently and evenly warms the surfaces of objects in the room. Warmboard radiant floor heating has been optimized for maximum conductivity, which means maximum radiant heat delivered from each drop of heated water. 

Warmboard radiant heat contributes to healthy and clean indoor air quality, while providing superior comfort. Germs, dust, pollen and mold spores generally associated with forced air systems do not apply to Warmboard radiant floor heating. Additionally, the high conductivity of the panel leads to lower water temperatures, creating greater energy efficiency that ultimately benefits the environment.

These amazing condos all have beautiful, serene lake and mountain views. Each Condo comes fully equipped with paved driveways and parking spots along with extensive natural designed landscaping and boulder and stone retaining walls. The property also includes paved, lit walkways, mature trees, and privacy fencing.

Each Condo has access to the complex’s private floating dock suitable for docking boats along with an extensive shoreline promenade. There are sandy beaches with plenty of swimming areas. If the lake is too cold for swimming; however, there is a heated free-form pool and multiple multi-level sunning patios. This is also a very nice fishing platform and a play area.

Specs:

• 3000 Square feet of living space
• 3 Stories
• 3 Bedroom
• 4 Bathroom
• Post and beam construction
• 16”- 22” diameter logs (cedar and Douglas fir)

Features:

• Twin Balconies
• Stone Patio on Lake Level
• Boathouse
• Lake Room
• Billiards Room and game area
• Private Elevator
• Multiple Fireplaces
• Warmboard Radiant Heated Subfloors
• Hardwood Floors
• Granite surfaces

Creation of this amazing retreat began in 2005 and won’t be completed for some time, but these condos certainly are one of a kind from their Warmboard radiant subfloors to their personal boathoses and private game rooms. This place will truly be enjoyed year round.

To learn more about this development please visit:

http://www.arrowheadpointecondo.com