Community
Two detached homes on a single infill lot in an urban area 12.5 units per acre
Home size efficiency with spacious 3 bedroom homes with a 1,895 s.f. plan
Dedicated secure bicycle storage
Secure entries with front doors visible from each unit
Close to public transportation and services
No step entrances, bedroom, wide doorways, and full bathroom at ground floor

Energy Efficiency
Structural insulated panel (SIP) construction- exterior walls and roof
Insulated headers
High efficiency Solar Thermal water heating system for domestic water and heat
Radiant heating system
Passive solar design
Pre-wired for 2.6 KW Photovoltaic system
Natural day lighting through transoms and skylights
24" deep overhangs
Energy Star appliances
High efficiency windows and skyltights

Indoor Air Quality
Stained concrete finish floor at ground level
Energy recovery mechanical ventilation system
Tightly sealed garage to living area opening
Automatic exhaust fan in garage
Low VOC paint and interior finishes

Resource Conservation
Deconstruction of existing building
Re-using material from existing building for trim
Manufactured joists and beams, OSB sub-floor and sheathing
Headers sized to load
Relocated mature pear tree on site
Saved and protected existing mature landscaping
Durable siding materials- stucco and fiber cement siding
25% slag replacement of cement
Recycle 65% minimum of construction debris

Water Conservation
High efficiency toilets (dual flush) and faucets/shower heads
Smart irrigation controller with hydro zoned drip irrigation system
Low water California native plants with 2" of mulch