Green Features

The Green Features of the Optimum Performance Home®

This showcase property is exemplary of the Ultimate Home Design concept which integrates universal design with the best, sustainable, building practices that have minimal impact on the environment.

Integrated Holistic Design

• Universal Design Principals that Incorporate Features for All Ages & Abilities
• One of Two Custom Homes for the LEED Residential Pilot Program
• Age Friendly - All Major Rooms are Located on the Ground Level
• One Story Living with Guest Room for In-Home Caregiver
• Handicapped & Disability Accessible - Doorways are 36″ wide
• Fenced Dog Run

Zero Energy /Energy Efficiency

• Super Tight Building Envelope that Reduces Temperature Fluctuations
• Southern Exposure for Passive Solar Thermal Optimization
• Day 4 Energy Photovoltaic (PV) Panels System
• TrendSetter Solar Hot Water heating system - 200 Gallon Storage Tank
• Pella Solar Gain Glass Windows
• Uponor AQUAPEX® Radiant Floor Heating Geothermally Powered
• Uponor AQUAPEX® Plumbing & Fire Sprinkler System Throughout
• ENERGY STAR® Kitchen Aid Architect Series II & Whirlpool Appliances
• On Demand Dimplex Electric Fireplaces
• Three Electric Car Recharging Stations
• Low Consumption & Water Efficient Bathrooms
• All Kohler Fixtures in Bathrooms
• Amvic ICF (Insulated Concrete Forms) & ThermalSAVE SIP (Structural Insulated Panels) Walls & Roofing
• GridPoint Energy Management System
• Back Up Kohler Generator

Biophillic Design Principles (Elements that Connect Us to Nature)

• Natural Light
• Natural Ventilation
• Indigenous Landscaping with Low Water Requirements
• Two Ponds on Property for Stabilization & Natural Habitat for Wildlife
• Rainwater and Grey Water Catchment Systems
• All Exterior Paths are Permeable Hard Surfaced to Eliminate Water Runoff
• Opportunities are Created for Spontaneous Interaction With Nature

Environmental Stewardship

• All Construction Materials are Certified Green
• All Building Materials are Recycled
• Pollution is Reduced to Exert Minimal Impact on the Environment
• All Products are Chosen to Enhance Durability
• Design is Site Specific & Sea Ranch Design Committee Approved
• On Site Power Source