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To find a client whose priority is to transform her home into a model of sustainability is rare, but to work with someone so passionate about green construction that her site becomes a learning center and public forum on ecological building is extraordinary.  With multiple public open houses and seminars held from March through August 2012, the project attracted hundreds of people – neighbors, students, architects, designers, builders, realtors, vendors – all gathered to learn the advantages of sustainable living.  

As the anticipated first LEED for Homes certified project in the City of White Plains, a tour of the home was featured as part of the nationally-touring Das Haus pavilion exhibition held in the city’s downtown, which promotes advanced sustainable construction technologies to the public.  With 76% increased energy efficiency over International Energy Conservation Code and 94% of construction waste diverted from landfill, the project exceeded its conservation goals.

Originally 2,297 SF, the 1950s ranch home was gutted and increased to 3,893 SF with an enlarged open Living/Dining/Kitchen area and deck, and the addition of a Master Bedroom suite – all opened up to the surrounding woodlands. The interior space is flooded with daylight by large expanses of glass and skylights, reducing electrical demand and creating a gallery-like space for large gatherings and the owner’s art collection. 

The heating, air conditioning, and domestic hot water are supplied by a direct exchange ground source geothermal system.  A heat recovery ventilation system maintains a healthy indoor air climate.  Solar PV panels on the roof provide 7.8 KW of electrical power to cover the full electricity demand for the house.

All lighting fixtures are energy-saving LED and fluorescent, all paint products are VOC-free, and all cabinets and construction materials are formaldehyde-free. To reduce water demand, the landscape design makes use of drought-resistant native plants and all irrigation is provided by an underground rain harvesting collection system.

A new glass and stone entry, and a new roof with deep overhangs add visual interest; the existing aluminum siding was upgraded to natural cedar; and the asphalt driveway was replaced by two rows of locally-harvested stone tire tracks.  Within a reasonable budget, our client led by example to inspire others, showing that green choices and aesthetic choices work in delightful harmony with each other.

​CGA STUDIO, 12 SPRING STREET, HASTINGS.ON.HUDSON, NY, 10706, 914.478.0799
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