Green Homes Tour Sunday, November 9, am-4pm

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1 Green Homes Tour Sunday, November 9, am-4pm Tour innovative sustainablydesigned homes throughout San Diego County. All homes feature high performance green design and construction features. Tour includes sustainably remodeled residences, urban multifamily developments, luxurious custom homes, many of which have achieved or are seeking LEED Certification. Premier Event Sponsor: Event Sponsors:

2 Green Homes Tour Map Overview Map shows the general location of the tour sites. Addresses will be provided to registered tour attendees via e- mail before the tour. Register Now:

3 Alta Loma Straw Bale Home with Boulder Center Piece Jamul Straw bale Natural Plaster Boulder in middle of home acts as natural energy regulator absorbing heat during the day and releasing heat in the evening Site plan designed to take advantage of local wind patterns Built next to nature reserve Air circulating fan (low cost cooling) Pond around boulder Reused building materials for doors Solar hot water Solar panels Water Well, xeriscaping

4 Casa Aguila Wildfire rebuild (currently under construction) Passive House Ramona Passive house performance of envelope and energy consumption Net positive energy goal. Power generation through PV and Wind turbine. All greywater and blackwater collected and used for irrigation. (County s first for blackwater.) High efficiency plumbing fixtures Rainwater/stormwater collection and use for all indoor water. (County s first) 100% high efficacy lighting High efficiency appliances Fire-resistant construction Air sealing and moisture barrier provided with Liquid Membrane technology applied to the fully sheathed wood structural panel envelope Third party green certifications: pursuing LEED for Homes Platinum, Passive House, Energy Star Home, Zero Energy Ready Home, Net Positive Energy.

5 The Hippie House of Liquid Blue Remodel Sunset Cliffs Solar powered Earth friendly garden featuring CA native, drought resistant plants Recycled fiber carpet in office Low-flow shower heads No-VOC paint used throughout Screen shades, PVC-free fabrics, No- VOCs, 100% recyclable LED and full spectrum lighting Couch with bonded leather made from recycled leather fiber Organic fruit, vegetable and herb gardens Energy star appliances Third party green certifications: Green Point Rating (in process), San Diego Water Rebate

6 La Jolla Wind and Sea Green remodel (under construction) La Jolla All LED lighting New dual pane efficient windows, low e Solar panels Highest efficiency rated available, recirculating and on demand hot water heater with expansion tank Highest efficiency AC/furnace on the market NEST featured thermostat Third party green certifications: HERs rating New insulation of previously hollow walls, including insulation on vaulted roof with radiant barrier plywood Electric heat pump powered off site produces electricity Exterior car plug specifically for an electric car installed Wall air sealed throughout Drought tolerant plants Water softener uses citric acid to molecularly soften the water vs. other chemicals

7 Noreen Residence LEED Platinum Home La Jolla Glass photovoltaic system acting aesthetically as trellis elements for the house facing South and West, filtering light while producing electricity Use of environmentally preferred products: locally produced CMU block, 30% fly ash content foundation concrete, and a wood bridge sourced from 100 year old local water tower Third party green certifications: 3 rd home in San Diego to achieve USGBC s LEED Platinum Drought tolerant and indigenous plants High efficiency smart irrigation system Radiant heat and solar thermal system Low flow plumbing fixtures All interior and exterior fixtures are LED 75% of waste generated during construction was recycled Energy Saving appliances Centrally located to school and work, substituting bicycles for cars

8 Rain Thanks Demonstration House Water Harvesting & Simple Living South Park 6 Rain tank storage system with soil sponge, bioswale and constructed wetland Greywater system Low-VOC paint Gravel walkways Edible landscape Native landscape Modular prefab hut on site Light color roof Solatube Mulch, no turf Third party green certifications: Permitted greywater system, SD Water rebates, MWD rebates

9 Schaffroth Residence Straw Bale Home El Cajon Super insulated walls (R-30) made of natural materials (straw bales) which is a form of upcycling: using and agricultural by-product of local food production by using straw bales to replace conventional insulation and wall board Natural clay plaster which moderate indoor humidity and are locally produced with minimal embodied energy and zero VOCs PV System Hybrid electric heat pump water heater Structural concrete slab stained and used as finish flooring Low VOC cabinetry made with sustainably sourced plywood Grading and drains divert rainwater to mature trees Disturbed site planted with native, water wise plants Zero VOC paints maintain indoor air quality Simple laundry-to-landscape greywater system Third party green certifications: CA Advanced Homes rebate (46.6% better performance than Title 24)

10 Soapmaking Studio Environmentally Friendly Retrofitted Home & Business Lemon Grove Low carbon footprint lifestyle by integrating workplace and home in one building Solar panels Multiple SolaTube daylight ceiling fixtures Rainwater collection system Radiant barrier Dual-pane low-e windows and doors Solar powered whole house fan High efficiency low flow toilets, faucet aerators, and shower heads Green landscaping with drought-tolerant native California plants No-VOC paints, compact fluorescent and LED lighting, Energy Star appliances Third party green certifications: NWF Certified Wildlife Habitat, SD Water Reclamation Project Member

11 Sofia Lofts LEED Platinum Multifamily Project Golden Hill Passive lighting Passive heating & Cooling Locally sourced materials + 66% construction material diverted Efficient hot water distribution with tankless water heaters Drought tolerant landscaping Urban infill project, close proximity to public transportation Energy star fixtures and appliances High efficiency, low flow plumbing system Low VOC paint Solar PV System Third party green certifications: LEED Platinum, NSHP, CA Advanced Homes

12 Thank you to our 2014 Green Home Tour Sponsors! Premier Event Sponsor: Alliance Green Builders is San Diego s leading contractor for green, high-performance custom homes. We collaborate with national leaders in the fields of building science, performance, and sustainability to create healthy homes unparalleled in energy efficiency and environmental design. XPERA Group is California s most comprehensive group of construction consulting experts. We serve attorneys, insurance companies, property owners and contractors who need professional technical expertise. EcoLux Interiors Suzi O Brien is an award-winning interior designer who specializes in luxurious, functional living spaces, combining beauty and concern for the environment. (t) (e) suzi@susanobrien.biz (w) HERO. Through partnership with local governments, HERO is available as an affordable way to make energy efficient, water efficient, and renewable energy home upgrades. HERO offers low-fixed interest rates and flexible payment terms of up to 20 years, with repayments made through the homeowner s property taxes. HERO finances energy efficient projects that can increase property values, lower monthly utility bills, and contribute to making communities more energy independent.

13 Inspire, educate, and collaborate within our community to transform our built environment toward true sustainability. Green Homes Tour Hosted by the Residential Green Building Committee Committee Aim: Advance the residential green building and retrofit marketplace within San Diego County by providing education, forging community partnerships, advocating policy, and developing resources. Learn more, get involved at: