Situated in the heart of Charlotte, this contemporary home is part of the ReAlta neighborhood. ReAlta is the first solar community in Charlotte, NC. The ReUnite plan boasts a rooftop terrace, a private master suite at the front of the home, a light and airy living space and more windows than we can count. What the homeowners love: Huge energy savings from the solar & energy saving build process Super quiet interior rooms (from the insulated interior walls) Large windows placed for optimal sunlight and privacy from the neighbors Smart home system that's part of the house Low, low utility bills (resulting from the solar and the home's thermal envelope) ReUnite is a 4 bed, 2.5 bath home and is 2,854 square feet. With ReAlta, we are introducing for the first time in Charlotte a fully solar community. Each beautifully detailed home will incorporate low profile solar panels that will collect the sun’s rays to significantly offset the home’s energy usage. Combined with our industry-leading Home Efficiency Ratings (HERS), these solar systems will save a ReAlta homeowner thousands over the life of the home. Credit: Brendan Kahm

This 5,505 sq. ft. home is a Department of Energy Zero Energy Ready Home featuring 4 bedrooms and 4 baths. It has been awarded the 2016 Housing Innovation Award. It has a Home Energy Rating Score of 31 and averages $193 a month for ALL utilities. Key Features • High-performance insulation system for enhanced quiet and comfort • Comprehensive draft protection • Fresh air system for cleaner, healthier indoor air • High-efficiency comfort system • High-efficiency appliances and advanced lighting technology for energy and water savings

Solar Gard’s most advanced product provides year-round comfort improvement by keeping the sun’s heat out in the Summer and keeping heat inside in the Winter. Key Benefits: Low emissivity prevents heat from escaping through windows in the Winter Spectral selectivity lets in 68% of natural light while keeping out 52% of the sun’s energy Money and energy savings year-round on cooling and heating UV blockers protect people and property from damaging UV rays

Festive living room with all new windows... Windows from Renewal by Andersen New Jersey
Living room - mid-sized formal and enclosed living room idea in New York with beige walls

As an award-winning, master-planned community, Tributary at Manchester features neighborhoods of pre-1940s style homes designed to connect neighbors with front porches, sidewalks, alleys, parks, and trails. Homes range from condos to luxury custom designs. Integrity Double Hung and Casement windows were featured in several models. Details such as Simulated Divided Lite bars and traditional colors exemplify the architectural style, while ENERGY STAR efficiency offers homeowners long term energy savings and ensured the homes met EarthCraft House certification for sustainability.

Classy and cozy family room with newly installed replacement windows. These two new double hung windows help to add energy efficiency to an older home, yet continue to match the traditional look. Windows are from Renewal by Andersen of New Jersey.

The design of this home was driven by the owners’ desire for a three-bedroom waterfront home that showcased the spectacular views and park-like setting. As nature lovers, they wanted their home to be organic, minimize any environmental impact on the sensitive site and embrace nature. This unique home is sited on a high ridge with a 45° slope to the water on the right and a deep ravine on the left. The five-acre site is completely wooded and tree preservation was a major emphasis. Very few trees were removed and special care was taken to protect the trees and environment throughout the project. To further minimize disturbance, grades were not changed and the home was designed to take full advantage of the site’s natural topography. Oak from the home site was re-purposed for the mantle, powder room counter and select furniture. The visually powerful twin pavilions were born from the need for level ground and parking on an otherwise challenging site. Fill dirt excavated from the main home provided the foundation. All structures are anchored with a natural stone base and exterior materials include timber framing, fir ceilings, shingle siding, a partial metal roof and corten steel walls. Stone, wood, metal and glass transition the exterior to the interior and large wood windows flood the home with light and showcase the setting. Interior finishes include reclaimed heart pine floors, Douglas fir trim, dry-stacked stone, rustic cherry cabinets and soapstone counters. Exterior spaces include a timber-framed porch, stone patio with fire pit and commanding views of the Occoquan reservoir. A second porch overlooks the ravine and a breezeway connects the garage to the home. Numerous energy-saving features have been incorporated, including LED lighting, on-demand gas water heating and special insulation. Smart technology helps manage and control the entire house. Greg Hadley Photography

Beautiful 24' Radiant Pool install. The Radiant Pool offers incredible features and benefits that you won’t find in any other pool. Unique manufacturing technology, unllimited installation options, incredible warranty protection and energy savings that, over time, allows this pool to pay for itself. http://www.patio-pleasures.com/product/radiant/

Hinged French doors from Renewal by Andersen provide easy access to your home's exterior or patio. Traditional craftsmanship combines with modern energy efficient technology to create this modern classic. Our 5-point locking system improves energy efficiency and offers an increased level of security. We've even added a French outswing patio door and a space saving sliding French patio door version to this traditional styling.

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As an award-winning, master-planned community, Tributary at Manchester features neighborhoods of pre-1940s style homes designed to connect neighbors with front porches, sidewalks, alleys, parks, and trails. Homes range from condos to luxury custom designs. Integrity Double Hung and Casement windows were featured in several models. Details such as Simulated Divided Lite bars and traditional colors exemplify the architectural style, while ENERGY STAR efficiency offers homeowners long term energy savings and ensured the homes met EarthCraft House certification for sustainability.

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Pictured: Goliath expanding console table, Cubista expanding ottoman, Pocket Chairs, LGM Tavolo rotating bed system Jason Flakes/U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon

As an award-winning, master-planned community, Tributary at Manchester features neighborhoods of pre-1940s style homes designed to connect neighbors with front porches, sidewalks, alleys, parks, and trails. Homes range from condos to luxury custom designs. Integrity Double Hung and Casement windows were featured in several models. Details such as Simulated Divided Lite bars and traditional colors exemplify the architectural style, while ENERGY STAR efficiency offers homeowners long term energy savings and ensured the homes met EarthCraft House certification for sustainability.

3,800sf, 4 bdrm, 3.5 bath with oversized 4 car garage and over 270sf Loggia; climate controlled wine room and bar, Tech Room, landscaping and pool. Solar, high efficiency HVAC and insulation was used which resulted in huge rebates from utility companies, enhancing the ROI. The challenge with this property was the downslope lot, sewer system was lower than main line at the street thus requiring a special pump system. Retaining walls to create a flat usable back yard. ESI Builders is a subsidiary of EnergyWise Solutions, Inc. and was formed by Allan, Bob and Dave to fulfill an important need for quality home builders and remodeling services in the Sacramento region. With a strong and growing referral base, we decided to provide a convenient one-stop option for our clients and focus on combining our key services: quality custom homes and remodels, turnkey client partnering and communication, and energy efficient and environmentally sustainable measures in all we do. Through energy efficient appliances and fixtures, solar power, high efficiency heating and cooling systems, enhanced insulation and sealing, and other construction elements – we go beyond simple code compliance and give you immediate savings and greater sustainability for your new or remodeled home. All of the design work and construction tasks for our clients are done by or supervised by our highly trained, professional staff. This not only saves you money, it provides a peace of mind that all of the details are taken care of and the job is being done right – to Perfection. Our service does not stop after we clean up and drive off. We continue to provide support for any warranty issues that arise and give you administrative support as needed in order to assure you obtain any energy-related tax incentives or rebates. This ‘One call does it all’ philosophy assures that your experience in remodeling or upgrading your home is an enjoyable one. ESI Builders was formed by professionals with varying backgrounds and a common interest to provide you, our clients, with options to live more comfortably, save money, and enjoy quality homes for many years to come. As our company continues to grow and evolve, the expertise has been quickly growing to include several job foreman, tradesmen, and support staff. In response to our growth, we will continue to hire well-qualified staff and we will remain committed to maintaining a level of quality, attention to detail, and pursuit of perfection.