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Double Duty Rooms

Kaila Sawlor-Dion, March 27, 2018

Talk to your builder about the flexibility of your home design to ensure it will be able to accommodate your needs and lifestyle.

Passive House Project: Contemporary Siding

Keith Sawlor, September 25, 2017

The Homeowners of our Passive House Project have selected natural wood siding and high density cement panels for their earth-friendly home on their beautiful ocean front property.

Passive House Project: Trim

Keith Sawlor, August 4, 2017

Progress continues at our Passive House Project! The Contemporary trim package is almost complete!

Passive House Project: Insulation

Keith Sawlor, July 11, 2017

After insulating the house (but prior to drywall installation) our second blower door test was conducted, with a result of .37 @ 50 pascal. This is an incredible result that will significantly improve the energy performance (and comfort) of this home!

Passive House: Rain Water Collection System

Keith Sawlor, May 26, 2017

The "Butterfly Roof System" is designed to collect and treat rain water to supply our Passive House with fresh water.

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