Context Norbert and Robin had dreamed of retiring in a Passive House-certified home overlooking the Lubberland Creek Preserve in Southeastern New Hampshire, and they’d done their homework. They were interested in using four integrated Zehnder America (www.zehnderamerica.com) technologies to make the 1,900 square foot home extremely energy efficient. They didn’t miss any opportunity to innovate or raise the bar on sustainable design. Our goals were focused on guaranteeing their comfort in every season, saving them money on a fixed income, and reducing the home’s overall impact on the environment as much as possible. Response The home faces directly south and captures sunlight all winter under tall and vaulted ceilings and a continuous band of slim-lined, Italian triple-pane windows and doors that provide gorgeous views of the wild preserve. A second-story office nook and clerestory provide even deeper views, with a little more privacy. Zehnder, which previously sold its innovative products only in Europe, took on the project as a test house. We designed around Zehnder’s vent-based systems, including a geothermal heat loop that heats and cools incoming air, a heat pump cooling system, electric towel-warmer radiators in the bathrooms, and a highly efficient energy recovery ventilator, which recycles heat and minimizes the need for air conditioning. The house effectively has no conventional heating system—and doesn’t need it. We also looked for efficiencies and smart solutions everywhere, from the lights to the windows to the insulation. The kitchen exhaust hood eliminates, cleans, and recirculates cooking fumes in the home’s unique kitchen, custom-designed to match the ways Norbert likes to prepare meals. There are several countertop heights so they can prep and clean comfortably, and the eat-in kitchen also has two seating heights so people can sit and socialize while they’re working on dinner. An adjacent screened porch greets guests and opens to the view. A roof-mounted solar system helps to ensure that the home generates more energy than it consumes—helped by features such as a heat pump water heater, superinsulation, LED lights and a polished concrete floor that helps regulate indoor temperatures. Photo credit Chris Smith

The Lennox plan featured at Balmoral at Bennett's Creek in N. Suffolk, Virginia. This spacious End unit town-home offers 2 stories of efficient living. The first floor features an open concept plan - The Foyer and Dining area lead to Living area that looks right in to Kitchen. With virtually the entire first floor open and visible it makes the idea plan for entertaining. The Kitchen offers Island/Bar Top that looks in to the Living Room to keep the chef in your family connected! Sliding glass doors off the kitchen lead to back patio. The Back of the home offers endless possibilities for outdoor entertaining along with an attached storage shed for added storage. The second floor features three bedrooms including Master Suite, two full baths and Utility Closet w/ washer & dryer hookup. Master Suite comes with double bowl vanity, walk-in closet and en-suite bath. The homes at Balmoral are built top to bottom with quality construction and energy efficient features. Air Infiltration Barrier Housewrap, Insulated Energy Efficient Vinyl Windows with Screens, 13 Seer Energy Efficient Central Air Conditioning & High Efficient Gas Tankless Hot Water Heater!

Iconic corner brownstone on uptown Garden Street with 2+ car parking. A truly exceptional property, 1200 Garden Street offers southern, eastern & western exposures, a contemporary open floor plan, deck & large yard professionally landscaped by Hufnagel. Three beautiful bay windows grace the parlor floor accompanied by a gas fireplace, parquet floors with marquetry inlay border, formal dining room & powder room. The designer kitchen has a Viking 6 burner gas range, Sub Zero refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher and double wall ovens. The second floor offers a master retreat with cathedral ceiling, skylights and sliding glass doors to Juliette balcony. Private en suite bath features marble and limestone tile, dual sink vanity, separate shower & freestanding Bain Ultra air bubble tub. Completing the second floor – an additional bedroom/family room with custom built-in cabinetry and additional full bathroom. The top floor has 2 large, bright bedrooms and a full bath. Other features include a finished basement/playroom, storage, laundry center with laundry chute, gas baseboard heat, 3 zone high velocity heat & central air conditioning, central alarm system, crown moldings, medallions, hardwood floors & custom window shutters.

Koondoola Community Centre Project Year: 2016 Project Cost: $ 4M Country: Australia AIA Awards Finalist, this development consists of a new community centre and upgrade of a local AFL oval, tennis courts, floodlights, and new sports amenities. The community centre buildings form around existing native trees to avoid cutting. The facilities provide an innovative environmentally sustainable development focusing on passive climate control, longevity, low maintenance costs, and low energy/water consumption. The buildings function as a live organism: they breathe in and out with automatic sensor-controlled louvres around the building fabrics interconnected to the air conditioning system through a smart control hub. This results in natural airflow, temperature control, and significantly reduced need for the use of air conditioners. All materials are naturally exposed both internally and externally with no touch up finishes, resulting in a significant reduction in capital costs and operational costs.

This gorgeous home, situated in the Commonwealth subdivision of the Galisteo Basin Preserve, was designed to accommodate the beautiful but sometimes harsh weather of the Basin. Built around an inner courtyard, buffered to the somewhat inclement conditions, it allows for seasonal year around enjoyment. The floor to ceiling windows, European Reynaers Aluminum, were imported from Ireland, and appear as glassy walls that disappear into pocketing doors ensuring magnificent wraparound views. The grand entrance, encased with an oversized custom steel and brass entry door, with glass side panel and transom, open up to soaring illuminated recessed lit ceilings. Porcelain tile floors seamlessly transition between interior/exterior. An impressive 3-sided Ortal fireplace provides warmth and coziness encapsulating the entire great room. The excellence of the materials and exclusive nature of the finishes are expressed in a tailored and sophisticated manner. The 4,332 heated per square foot home is designed with two Master Suite wings that spin off the main great room. The state-of-the-art kitchen is sleek and spacious with an expansive island comprised of Elegant Brown granite countertops, luxury modern Italian Poliform custom cabinets and high-end Gaggenau appliances. The home has a highly efficient engineered heating/cooling system with heat radiant floors and Unico air conditioning. A detached guest casita/art studio sits adjacent to the main house, on a lushly landscaped protected courtyard. The exterior landscaping is organically integrated into the natural terrain, incorporating a bocce ball court, walking labyrinth, sculpture and water features. AWARDS 2016 AIA Santa Fe Design Excellence: Citation Award- Single Family Home PUBLICATIONS Santa Fe New Mexican – HOME/Santa Fe Real Estate Guide– January 2017 – A Courtyard Centered Gem in the Galisteo Basin Western Art & Architecture Magazine – February/March 2016 – Finding Home TESTIMONIAL After researching several builders in Santa Fe and then interviewing the ones of interest, we decided on Will Prull as he seemed to instantly connect to what we wanted and how to achieve it. He was also highly recommended by our architect. Our Project Manager was excellent and helped us make decisions that creep up between the plans and the actual building. Our house won the AIA award in 2016 for Santa Fe. When choosing your builder, the most important thing is that your Project Manager understands your direction and has your best interests at heart. Our's did! ARCHITECT Hoopes + Associates Architects, , Santa Fe, NM INTERIORS Paul Rau Interiors, Santa Fe, NM LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Sequis + Associates Landscape Architecture, Santa Fe, NM

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This gorgeous home, situated in the Commonwealth subdivision of the Galisteo Basin Preserve, was designed to accommodate the beautiful but sometimes harsh weather of the Basin. Built around an inner courtyard, buffered to the somewhat inclement conditions, it allows for seasonal year around enjoyment. The floor to ceiling windows, European Reynaers Aluminum, were imported from Ireland, and appear as glassy walls that disappear into pocketing doors ensuring magnificent wraparound views. The grand entrance, encased with an oversized custom steel and brass entry door, with glass side panel and transom, open up to soaring illuminated recessed lit ceilings. Porcelain tile floors seamlessly transition between interior/exterior. An impressive 3-sided Ortal fireplace provides warmth and coziness encapsulating the entire great room. The excellence of the materials and exclusive nature of the finishes are expressed in a tailored and sophisticated manner. The 4,332 heated per square foot home is designed with two Master Suite wings that spin off the main great room. The state-of-the-art kitchen is sleek and spacious with an expansive island comprised of Elegant Brown granite countertops, luxury modern Italian Poliform custom cabinets and high-end Gaggenau appliances. The home has a highly efficient engineered heating/cooling system with heat radiant floors and Unico air conditioning. A detached guest casita/art studio sits adjacent to the main house, on a lushly landscaped protected courtyard. The exterior landscaping is organically integrated into the natural terrain, incorporating a bocce ball court, walking labyrinth, sculpture and water features. AWARDS 2016 AIA Santa Fe Design Excellence: Citation Award- Single Family Home PUBLICATIONS Santa Fe New Mexican – HOME/Santa Fe Real Estate Guide– January 2017 – A Courtyard Centered Gem in the Galisteo Basin Western Art & Architecture Magazine – February/March 2016 – Finding Home TESTIMONIAL After researching several builders in Santa Fe and then interviewing the ones of interest, we decided on Will Prull as he seemed to instantly connect to what we wanted and how to achieve it. He was also highly recommended by our architect. Our Project Manager was excellent and helped us make decisions that creep up between the plans and the actual building. Our house won the AIA award in 2016 for Santa Fe. When choosing your builder, the most important thing is that your Project Manager understands your direction and has your best interests at heart. Our's did! ARCHITECT Hoopes + Associates Architects, , Santa Fe, NM INTERIORS Paul Rau Interiors, Santa Fe, NM LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Sequis + Associates Landscape Architecture, Santa Fe, NM

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679 Meadowlark Lane in Josephine, is the Dallas Builders Association home of the week, built by Robbie Hale Homes. Robbie Hale has been building versatile custom designs for more than 40 years in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and nearly 25 years in Rockwall, Royse City and the Josephine areas. Josephine schools, and the proximity to Lake Ray Hubbard, Lake Lavon and Dallas make it one of the fastest-growing areas in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. This 2,000 sq-ft, air conditioned home features a stone-and-brick exterior, four bedrooms, two baths, a three-car garage, a huge covered patio all situated on a half acre lot. The kitchen includes custom cabinets, a kitchen island, granite countertops, a farmhouse kitchen sink, stainless steel appliances and wood looking tile flooring. The primary bath includes a jetted tub, a separate shower, a walk-in closet, a vanity with dual sinks, and ceramic tile flooring. The exterior includes full sod for the front yard with a perimeter around the sides and the back of the home, full sprinkler system for the front yard with a perimeter around the sides and the back of the home. Amenities include a 16-SEER high efficiency air conditioner with heat pump, R-15 wall insulation, R-38 ceiling insulation, radiant barrier roof decking, and insulated LOW-E dual paned windows. The residence located at 679 Meadowlark Lane is priced at $439,900 and will be held open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday May 14th. To visit the home, take I-30 east from Dallas/Mesquite and exit 73 towards Fate FM 551. Turn left at the stop light onto Crawford Ave. Continue on Crawford Avenue until you come to FM 1138. Turn left onto FM 1138 and follow this until you come to Highway 6. Take a right onto Highway 6 and continue until you come to County Road 640 on your left. Turn left onto County Road 640 and continue until you come to High Meadow Lane on your left. Take a left onto High Meadow Lane and then another left onto Meadowview Lane. Meadowview Lane will turn into Meadowbrook Lane to your right. Turn right onto Meadowbrook Lane and the home will be on your right side at the corner of Meadowbrook Lane and Meadowlark Lane, 679 Meadowlark Lane. For additional information, contact Chase Gryziecki at 214-632-9347, email chase@robbiehalehomes.com or visit the website at www.robbiehalehomes.com. This Home of the Week is presented by the Dallas Builders Association. For information on the Association please visit www.dallasbuilders.com.

Rockrose Sageleaf, Little Oli, and Jerusalem sage offer a visual reprieve from the hardscapes of parking lot and walk. This combination of tree cover and bushy foliage also cools the air and can reduce the air conditioning needed in nearby structures.

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The Acqua rotational fan is thoughtfully designed to resemble the molecular structure of water, Earth's most precious resource. The Acqua offers fluid lines and quiet axial rotation. The fan heads can be infinitely positioned in 180-degree arcs for optimum air movement; the greater the angles of the motors to the horizontal support rods (up or down), the faster the axial rotation. A slow, controlled axial rotation is achieved by both fan head position and fan blade speed. Matthews rotational fans circulate heat and air-conditioning more efficiently than traditional paddle fans.

Property marketed by Hudson Place Realty - Urban chic meets progressive bldg. design in this award winning GOLD LEED certified building. Penthouse features a one of a kind 1300 sq. ft. ipe’ wood wrap around deck w/6 person hot tub that offers a fabulous view of the Empire State Building, 23’ ceilings, gas fireplace, a sleek Italian Valcucine kitchen, 6 burner Wolf range vented to the outside, Viking wine cooler, filtered fresh air & central air conditioning, a planted green roof for residences with dazzling NYC & Hudson River views, bike & private storage.

Be your own landlord - 1100 square foot strata office unit located in the bustling Quadra Village. Walk up, second storey unit located on the north side of this 3-story purpose-built strata office building. High traffic location with good street visibility. One parking stall for the unit on the common property at the rear of the building is assigned by the Strata. Unit is currently demised into three office areas, a storage area, kitchenette, and 2-piece washroom. The unit has its own forced air heat & air conditioning unit, T-bar ceiling and recessed LED lighting. Bright, functional space close to downtown at an affordable price. | Karen Love (250)-727-5868 | RE/MAX Island Properties & www.KarenLove.com |

Be your own landlord - 1100 square foot strata office unit located in the bustling Quadra Village. Walk up, second storey unit located on the north side of this 3-story purpose-built strata office building. High traffic location with good street visibility. One parking stall for the unit on the common property at the rear of the building is assigned by the Strata. Unit is currently demised into three office areas, a storage area, kitchenette, and 2-piece washroom. The unit has its own forced air heat & air conditioning unit, T-bar ceiling and recessed LED lighting. Bright, functional space close to downtown at an affordable price. | Karen Love (250)-727-5868 | RE/MAX Island Properties & www.KarenLove.com |

This gorgeous home, situated in the Commonwealth subdivision of the Galisteo Basin Preserve, was designed to accommodate the beautiful but sometimes harsh weather of the Basin. Built around an inner courtyard, buffered to the somewhat inclement conditions, it allows for seasonal year around enjoyment. The floor to ceiling windows, European Reynaers Aluminum, were imported from Ireland, and appear as glassy walls that disappear into pocketing doors ensuring magnificent wraparound views. The grand entrance, encased with an oversized custom steel and brass entry door, with glass side panel and transom, open up to soaring illuminated recessed lit ceilings. Porcelain tile floors seamlessly transition between interior/exterior. An impressive 3-sided Ortal fireplace provides warmth and coziness encapsulating the entire great room. The excellence of the materials and exclusive nature of the finishes are expressed in a tailored and sophisticated manner. The 4,332 heated per square foot home is designed with two Master Suite wings that spin off the main great room. The state-of-the-art kitchen is sleek and spacious with an expansive island comprised of Elegant Brown granite countertops, luxury modern Italian Poliform custom cabinets and high-end Gaggenau appliances. The home has a highly efficient engineered heating/cooling system with heat radiant floors and Unico air conditioning. A detached guest casita/art studio sits adjacent to the main house, on a lushly landscaped protected courtyard. The exterior landscaping is organically integrated into the natural terrain, incorporating a bocce ball court, walking labyrinth, sculpture and water features. AWARDS 2016 AIA Santa Fe Design Excellence: Citation Award- Single Family Home PUBLICATIONS Santa Fe New Mexican – HOME/Santa Fe Real Estate Guide– January 2017 – A Courtyard Centered Gem in the Galisteo Basin Western Art & Architecture Magazine – February/March 2016 – Finding Home TESTIMONIAL After researching several builders in Santa Fe and then interviewing the ones of interest, we decided on Will Prull as he seemed to instantly connect to what we wanted and how to achieve it. He was also highly recommended by our architect. Our Project Manager was excellent and helped us make decisions that creep up between the plans and the actual building. Our house won the AIA award in 2016 for Santa Fe. When choosing your builder, the most important thing is that your Project Manager understands your direction and has your best interests at heart. Our's did! ARCHITECT Hoopes + Associates Architects, , Santa Fe, NM INTERIORS Paul Rau Interiors, Santa Fe, NM LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Sequis + Associates Landscape Architecture, Santa Fe, NM

The new entry with the ceiling following the stair down into the living room and the glass wall at the stair opening up the central part of the home. This was a major remodel to an existing 1970 building. It was approximately 2300 sq. ft. but it was dated in style and function. The access was by a wood stair up to the street, with no garage and tight small rooms. The remodel and addition created a two car garage with storage and a dramatic entry with grand stair descending down to the existing living room area. Spaces where moved and changed to create a open plan living environment with a new kitchen, master suite, guest suite, and remodeling and adding to the lower level bedrooms with new baths on suite. The mechanical system was replaced and air conditioning was added as well as air treatment.

This gorgeous home, situated in the Commonwealth subdivision of the Galisteo Basin Preserve, was designed to accommodate the beautiful but sometimes harsh weather of the Basin. Built around an inner courtyard, buffered to the somewhat inclement conditions, it allows for seasonal year around enjoyment. The floor to ceiling windows, European Reynaers Aluminum, were imported from Ireland, and appear as glassy walls that disappear into pocketing doors ensuring magnificent wraparound views. The grand entrance, encased with an oversized custom steel and brass entry door, with glass side panel and transom, open up to soaring illuminated recessed lit ceilings. Porcelain tile floors seamlessly transition between interior/exterior. An impressive 3-sided Ortal fireplace provides warmth and coziness encapsulating the entire great room. The excellence of the materials and exclusive nature of the finishes are expressed in a tailored and sophisticated manner. The 4,332 heated per square foot home is designed with two Master Suite wings that spin off the main great room. The state-of-the-art kitchen is sleek and spacious with an expansive island comprised of Elegant Brown granite countertops, luxury modern Italian Poliform custom cabinets and high-end Gaggenau appliances. The home has a highly efficient engineered heating/cooling system with heat radiant floors and Unico air conditioning. A detached guest casita/art studio sits adjacent to the main house, on a lushly landscaped protected courtyard. The exterior landscaping is organically integrated into the natural terrain, incorporating a bocce ball court, walking labyrinth, sculpture and water features. AWARDS 2016 AIA Santa Fe Design Excellence: Citation Award- Single Family Home PUBLICATIONS Santa Fe New Mexican – HOME/Santa Fe Real Estate Guide– January 2017 – A Courtyard Centered Gem in the Galisteo Basin Western Art & Architecture Magazine – February/March 2016 – Finding Home TESTIMONIAL After researching several builders in Santa Fe and then interviewing the ones of interest, we decided on Will Prull as he seemed to instantly connect to what we wanted and how to achieve it. He was also highly recommended by our architect. Our Project Manager was excellent and helped us make decisions that creep up between the plans and the actual building. Our house won the AIA award in 2016 for Santa Fe. When choosing your builder, the most important thing is that your Project Manager understands your direction and has your best interests at heart. Our's did! ARCHITECT Hoopes + Associates Architects, , Santa Fe, NM INTERIORS Paul Rau Interiors, Santa Fe, NM LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Sequis + Associates Landscape Architecture, Santa Fe, NM

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