Green Homes Tour Sunday, October 4, 2015 10am-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. Program Advocate: Program Leader:
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: http://www.usgbc-sd.org/event-1797012
A Greisman Residence GreenPoint Rated Single Family Home Carlsbad Energy: Energy Star appliances High efficacy lighting Low U-factor and SHGC windows 12.81 kw PV system Natural daylighting using Solatubes Cool roof (white PVC membrane) High efficiency Haiku fans reduce cooling loads High efficiency heating and cooling systems On-demand water heaters with "smart" recirculation pumps (photos courtesy of Alliance Green Builders) Sustainable Sites: Infill and redevelopment Drought-tolerant vegetation Water Conservation: High-efficacy irrigation system Low flow toilets, faucets, showerheads 10,000 gallon rainwater collection system Third party green certifications: Seeking GreenPoint Rated, California Advanced Homes Program
B Fazenda Wonderful Confluence of Green Technology and Human Energy Valley Center (photos courtesy of Henri and Denise Patey) Energy Net Positive Energy Home Photovoltaic panels High performance energy efficiency windows Materials: ICF Walls, SFI certified lumber, recycled content stucco, Eco friendly insulation Conditioned, unvented attic with raised heel trusses and closed cell foam insulation Water Conservation Grey water system Rain harvesting system Low flow Bathroom faucets and toilets Indoor Air Quality: No VOC paints; Low VOC Cabinetry Indoor Air Quality No VOC paint Low VOC: cabinetry, doors Third party green certifications: Seeking GreenPoint Rated, CAHP, NSHP
C The Nunnery at Deer Park Buddhist Monastery Strawbale Construction Escondido Materials straw bale, clay plaster, vintage/reclaimed timbers Energy: Unducted minispilts for heating and cooling, Passive solar orientation, super insulated walls (photos courtesy of Simple Construct) Indoor Air Quality: non-toxic wall materials (straw bale); zero VOC finishes, natural plasters Sustainable Sites: native, low-water use landscape watered with rainwater and greywater Water Conservation: rainwater catchment, greywater, berms & swales
D Matta ICF Home Escondido Materials: 100% solar powered Solar thermal ICF Construction, R-Value 50, Walls, Floors and Roof Sealed concrete floors Energy: Large roof overhangs, inset windows, cool roof Minimized window penetrations to the south and west (photos courtesy of Keoni Rosa, Architect) Sustainable Sites: - Drought tolerant plants - Low plants within 100' of home for fire Water Conservation: - Drastically reduced Avocado orchard - Drip system on new plants - Low flow fixtures - Circulating hot water pump - Water tank on site Indoor Air Quality: - High performance HVAC - Low VOC Paint Third party green certifications: Solar rebates, Water rebates for low flow toilets
E Casa Aguila San Diego s 1 st Certified Passive House (2 nd year on tour, under construction last year) 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 (photos courtesy of Alliance Green Builders) 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.
F Gonzales Residence Straw Bale Poway Materials: bamboo flooring on the upstairs kitchen counter tops made with recycled materials Energy: Straw bale walls have very high R-rating Upstairs has independent a/c and heating unit. (photos courtesy of the Gonzales Family) Water Conservation: Rain barrel Plumbed for grey water re-use Dual flush toilets
G Bareno Residence Water Conservation Allied Gardens Energy: Replacement of vinyl windows and sliding glass doors. Exterior wall insulation (photos courtesy of Paul Bareno) Sustainable Sites: Drought tolerant landscaping Water Conservation: Rain capture and gray water reuse Third party green certifications: SD Water Rebate
H Hubbell Residence CSE Solar Homes Tour Home San Diego The Center for Sustainable Energy and US Green Building Council are co-hosting this home, also on the CSE 2015 San Diego Solar Homes Tour This home offers homeowners the opportunity to talk with solar experts about the innovative solutions they are employing to: Reduce utility bills, Fuel electric vehicles, Recoup tax dollars via available tax credits, Improve property values, Create green Jobs, Gain energy independence Energy (photos courtesy of Drew Hubbell) Wall and attic insulation provided during restoration Radiant blanket incorporated in attic addition 2.672 kw Solar PV System Water Conservation/Sustainable Sites: Low water plants, fruit trees & compost bins Materials: Reclaimed bamboo fencing
I Jackdaw Street Edible and eco-friendly landscape San Diego (Outdoor tour only) Water Conservation: Native plants used throughout the property which require little water. Non-native drought tolerants are also included as accent plantings. Organic mulch is used throughout the property to reduce erosion and naturally increase fertility. The entire project is irrigated using a drip system. Washing machine greywater system to black berries (photos courtesy of Revolution Landscape) Sustainable Site: Large front yard edible garden Permeable driveway with low water native grasses Materials: All soil used during the installation were natural and orgnaic. The maintenance program is 100% organic as well.
Thank you to our 2015 Green Home Tour Sponsors! Program Leader: Program Advocate: 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. www.xperagroup.com 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. http://www.alliancegreenbuilders.com
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: www.usgbc-sd.org/committees/resgb