This sustainable residential solution is being developed in partnership with Homeway Homes, Hoffman Brothers, Microgrid, Superior Walls, Mwanzi Green Building Supply and ASERusa.
Here is a hit list of the features:
- 2,176 square feet with 3 bed / 2.5 bath and first floor den/office/bedroom flex room.
- LEED for Homes Registered - Tracking Platinum designation / Preliminary HERS score of 49 with ASERusa serving as our energy modeler and LEED rater.
- 3 ton geothermal heating / cooling with (3) 200' vertical loops from Hoffmann Brothers Heating & Cooling with Aprilaire ERV and tankless hot water.
- Solar prewire conduit from Homeway Homes for easy install of Microgrid Energy's SolarWorld 250 3 kw solar off-grid power producing 3,873 kWh annually or roughly 50% of the home's power!
- Modular 2x6 construction with hybrid foam/batt R24 wall insulation / Low-E Energy Plus windows from Quaker Windows with a White TPO "cool" rubber roof constructed by Homeway Homes.
- Superior Walls precast foundation system with built-in R-12.5 insulation and ready-to-build out for future lower level space.
- Masonry, stucco and corrugated metal exterior siding for a modern look that fits into the neighborhood.
- 2-car garage / native landscaping
- Estimated completion date of 11/15/11
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I've been searching for modular buildings in St. Louis, MO, so I'm glad I came across your blog. These homes are not only energy efficient, but they look great! This type of urban housing is something that I'd love to see spread to other areas of the country.
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