Case Studies

The Alpine by Greenstone Homes

Overview

The Alpine featured in the June 2010 Showcase of Green Homes Show in Liberty Lake has a spacious main floor that boasts a built-in desk, sunken living room, and a large kitchen with eating bar and pantry.  Upstairs you find the laundry room and the spacious master suite with sitting area and large walk-in closet.

Site and Water Protection

This Home is oriented to promote pedestrian friendly environment by positioning the garage in the back of the home and providing a covered front porch.  The landscaping features native and drought resistant vegetation on a drip and sprinkler system featuring a rain sensor maximize water efficiencies.  Also, the house contains low flow fixtures to minimize water waste. 

Energy Efficiency

This Energy Star Certified Home features a 95% efficient furnace and hot water tank.  It has a .32 U value on the windows with a R38 insulated ceiling and R21 insulated walls.  The home was built using advanced fraiming techniques which means the outside walls are made with a 2x6 studs on a 24 inch center allowing for more insulation.  Also, the sealed ducts ensure the all the energy from the efficient furnance heats the home and stays in the home.

Indoor Air Quality

The home features low VOC carpet glues and wall finishes.

Material Use

A strict recycling program was following during construction of the home.  Also, the carpet is made from recycled plastic soda bottles and tiling is made from recycled materials.  Flyash was used in the concrete foundation for support and a method to use the by-product of burning coal for electricity.  Finally, this home was built with cement fiber siding with a 50 year warranty to ensure durability.