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A new home for two, generating four times more electricity than it uses, including the "fuel" for an electric car.
This house makes Net Zero look like child's play. But while the 22kW roof-mounted system is impressive, it's not all about the PV. The design features great energy savings in its careful siting to maximize passive solar considerations such as natural heating and daylighting. Roof overhangs are sized to limit direct sun in the hot summer and to invite the sun during the cold winter months.
The construction contributes as well, featuring R40 cellulose-filled double-stud walls, a R50 roof system and triple glazed windows. Heating and cooling are supplied by air source heat pumps.
Photos By Ethan Drinker

This one-of-a-kind bedroom was created for the 2018 Junior League of Miami Design Showhouse at the Historic Deering Estate. The home of Charles Deering was built in 1900. He lived there until his death in the mid 1920’s. When approaching this project, I wanted to stay true to the era and energy of the home. I chose a lighter color palette and a Zodiac mural to highlight the low ceiling, which made the room feel cozy and fun. Vintage art pieces and antiques were sourced very carefully so that the room felt authentic, but still relevant for today’s way of living.

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LOS ANGELES, CA / SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
The Bel-Air House sits above Hollywood, along scenic Mulholland Drive, the storied thoroughfare that acts as a winding referee between the compact density of the San Fernando Valley, and the more ex-urban conditions of Los Angeles. In contrast to the client’s weekend beach house, here the client envisioned a home that could share equally in the energy of the city, and the rustic qualities of canyon living. The resulting home is both minimal and refined—its abstract forms read against the wilder aspects of its nominally natural setting.
As a patron of music, and the arts, the client’s creative interests suggested the overall design approach: A simple yet sophisticated backdrop for the presentation of recitals, and the display and appreciation of beautiful artifacts. The house avows a museum-like attitude—the rich but restrained material palette draws from the colors and textures of the Santa Monica Mountains, and opposes natural with refined, polished with honed, quietly confirming a reverential aspect to this “temple on the hill”.
The focus of the house is a dark and silent pool. Intended as a space of emptiness, the pool is an enigmatic statement—at once a source of origin for the house, as well as its apparent conclusion. The spatial aspects unfold from this moment, with the various rooms revolving around this essential void. The pool and its open rotunda echo the reservoir in the canyon below the house, while the ocean beyond ultimately underscores the house’s strong commitment to water.
Simple stone walls, taut rooflines, and disciplined and minimal detailing allow the home to act as an armature for the client’s personal expression of taste and creativity. In complement to the client’s Mussel Shoals House, which suggests a relationship with the vast, and ever-widening horizon, the architectural resolution of the Bel-Air House emerges from the sheltered and enveloping emotion of the canyon.

In this primary bathroom, the lighting scheme was key to achieve the client’s goals and create a space where the client would enjoy being. The bathroom felt cramped, dark, visually heavy. The client was also claustrophobic, making the use of the space uncomfortable.
The goal was to transform this space into a relaxed modern spa-like atmosphere, rethink and simplify the floorplan avoiding visual clutter, access natural light, add efficient lighting, and create more visual space.
The lighting plan was crucial to increase visual space. My first thought was to add a skylight to access natural light that is so effective in enlarging the feel of a space.
After looking at the attic and roof lines it became clear that this was not an option. After some research I found the perfect solution: a smart light fixture that mimics a window. It is installed between studs or ceiling joists. The fixture replicates the light of the sun during the day. It goes from soft morning light - to bright noon - to soft dawn light. By recessing the fixture into the ceiling, the skylight-look and extra height was achieved.
The benefits of this light go beyond beautiful design. The fixture is sustainable, energy efficient, and made to last for decades. It regulates the body’s circadian rhythm, helping against sleeping problems and seasonal affective disorder. It also integrates biophilic design, creating connections to nature and benefiting people that spend hours indoors.
The use of mood lighting was also key, creating a cozy, welcoming feel to this home-spa. All the lights are dimmable, and plenty of indirect light sources, like the gorgeous vanity pendants and LED mirrors, create the perfect setting. Not forgetting to mention the soft curves of the bathtub chandelier. This is the perfect place to relax in the bubbly bathtub!

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Lead-free, copper-free, corrosion-resistant OmegaMirror glass
Forward-facing task lighting
Suitable for damp bathroom environments
Environmentally sustainable
Energy efficient
Fast lead times
Easy installation
ADA compliant
Title 24 compliance available
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Dimension: 26"W x 60"H x 1.75"D
Watts: 94
Weight: 46 lbs
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The ideal Fusion comes from a definitive combination of clean, strong lines and efficient, natural-looking LED lighting — adding a distinctly modern statement of prestige to your bathroom.

Building materials are one of the primary sources of indoor air contaminants that negatively affect the health of our living spaces The EcoCraft team has meticulously selected building materials that are healthy, recyclable, and free of harmful contaminants thereby improving the health of our homes.
Consistent temperatures between floors, rooms, and surfaces play a critical role in how humans experience true comfort. Consider also, quiet spaces free of outside ambient noise have been proven to improve sleep, focus, and productivity. Our extra thick walls and energy star windows reduce sound transfer between the interior and exterior spaces, while our state of the art mechanical systems run quietly to provide an experience you can feel, but can barely hear. Call 1-800-274-6198 to start custom designing your dream luxury home today.

Building materials are one of the primary sources of indoor air contaminants that negatively affect the health of our living spaces The EcoCraft team has meticulously selected building materials that are healthy, recyclable, and free of harmful contaminants thereby improving the health of our homes.
Consider also that consistent temperatures between floors, rooms, and surfaces plays a critical role in how humans experience true comfort. Our advanced airtight continuously insulated building envelopes eliminate drafts and cold surface to ensure consistent air and surface temperatures. Individually zoned floors and spaces provide occupant control for added flexibility and individualized temperature settings.
Our extra thick walls and energy star windows reduce sound transfer between the interior and exterior spaces, while our state of the art mechanical systems run quietly to provide an experience you can feel, but can barely hear.

A dated, low-ceiling white sunroom addition was completely reimagined into a bright, modern, year-round living space with clean lines and bold contemporary styling.
Key upgrades include:
Raised and revised gables for greater ceiling height and improved proportions
Taller sliding windows with upgraded gray privacy tint
CONSERVAGLASS SELECT™ high-performance insulated glass
BetterVue® ultra-fine insect screens
Single vertical wall design on all windows and transoms for a sleek, uninterrupted glass look
Fully insulated walls finished with drywall interior
Rich blue aluminum-clad exterior
New locally sourced entry door
The result is a light-filled, energy-efficient Four Seasons sunroom that feels spacious, quiet, and perfectly suited for all-season enjoyment. Ideal for contemporary homes seeking maximum natural light without sacrificing comfort or style.
Style: Contemporary
Room Type: Sunroom / Four Seasons Room
Features: All-Season Sunroom, Gray Tint Windows, Insulated Walls, Drywall Interior, Large Sliding Windows, Blue Exterior
Brands: Four Seasons Sunrooms & Windows, CONSERVAGLASS SELECT™, BetterVue® Screens
Location: Washington, DC

This elegant kitchen renovation represents the best trends in efficiency, sustainability and functionality. A redesign of the space puts new appliances in a more functional working triangle. The large island, with space for barstools, is friendly to social interaction. Overall, neutral colors and styles, along with custom woodworking, make the space timeless. It’s also sustainable and forward-thinking: No particle board was used in these cabinets, so there are no VOC (volatile organic compound) emissions. Wood materials were sourced in North America and made locally in Melbourne, Florida.
Energy-saving technology includes dimmable LED light panels, which make the translucent, recycled-glass backsplashes glow under wall cabinets. LED under-cabinet lights are controlled separately, and there is motion-sensor-activated LED toe-kick lighting around the cabinets' base. A pop-up electrical outlet serves the desk. The desk has a security box that opens only with the owner’s fingerprint.
There’s ample storage, and materials are easy to clean and maintain. From the family dining area, where children can do their homework, to the kitchen’s universal, accessible design, this space is comfortable and practical for all ages - a place to grow and live well.

A new courtyard house for a young family near Alford, Aberdeenshire.
The form of the house is influenced by a typical form of steading in Aberdeenshire, which form a courtyard which is open at one end.
This provides a sense of enclosure to the house, and a sheltered courtyard, but maintains a strong connection between the courtyard and the landscape beyond, which is embraced by the house.
Every room is designed to have the option of opening out directly into the courtyard, allowing the client to open the whole house up to the garden during the summer months if desired.
The house is designed to sit gently on the land, with a lightweight timber structure and timber cladding giving the house a low embodied carbon footprint, and renewables including photovoltaics and an air source heat pump providing a low operating carbon footprint and energy bills.

This one-of-a-kind bedroom was created for the 2018 Junior League of Miami Design Showhouse at the Historic Deering Estate. The home of Charles Deering was built in 1900. He lived there until his death in the mid 1920’s. When approaching this project, I wanted to stay true to the era and energy of the home. I chose a lighter color palette and a Zodiac mural to highlight the low ceiling, which made the room feel cozy and fun. Vintage art pieces and antiques were sourced very carefully so that the room felt authentic, but still relevant for today’s way of living.

INTERIOR
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-Two-zone heating and cooling system results in higher energy efficiency and quicker warming/cooling times
-Fiberglass and 3.5” spray foam insulation that exceeds industry standards
-Sophisticated hardwood flooring, engineered for an elevated design aesthetic, greater sustainability, and the highest green-build rating, with a 25-year warranty
-Custom cabinetry made from solid wood and plywood for sustainable, quality cabinets in the kitchen and bathroom vanities
-Fisher & Paykel DCS Professional Grade home appliances offer a chef-quality cooking experience everyday
-Designer's choice quartz countertops offer both a luxurious look and excellent durability
-Danze plumbing fixtures throughout the home provide unparalleled quality
-DXV luxury single-piece toilets with significantly higher ratings than typical builder-grade toilets
-Lighting fixtures by Matteo Lighting, a premier lighting company known for its sophisticated and contemporary designs
-All interior paint is designer grade by Benjamin Moore
-Locally sourced and produced, custom-made interior wooden doors with glass inserts
-Spa-style mater bath featuring Italian designer tile and heated flooring
-Lower level flex room plumbed and wired for a secondary kitchen - au pair quarters, expanded generational family space, entertainment floor - you decide!
-Electric car charging

Building materials are one of the primary sources of indoor air contaminants that negatively affect the health of our living spaces The EcoCraft team has meticulously selected building materials that are healthy, recyclable, and free of harmful contaminants thereby improving the health of our homes.
Consistent temperatures between floors, rooms, and surfaces play a critical role in how humans experience true comfort. Consider also, quiet spaces free of outside ambient noise have been proven to improve sleep, focus, and productivity. Our extra thick walls and energy star windows reduce sound transfer between the interior and exterior spaces, while our state of the art mechanical systems run quietly to provide an experience you can feel, but can barely hear. Call 1-800-274-6198 to start custom designing your dream luxury home today.

The moment you step through the sliding barn door to this ensuite, your eyes are drawn to the elegant shape of the volcanic and limestone Victoria & Albert tub. The bathroom is separated into a wet and dry space. In the wet space the large rain shower head is surrounded by custom sourced tile. The River Stone strip add to the spa like feel of this room.
The striking floating black walnut custom vanity offers plenty of storage and counter space and is accentuated by strategically placed lighting. The toilet is reoriented and concealed by a 5’ pony wall for added privacy.
Refined, contemporary bathroom fixtures and energy efficient toilet are the final touches of this bathroom retreat.

This modern exterior LED wall pack was designed to optimize efficiency through heat dissipation and optical management. This LED wall pack provides an ideal wall wash lighting solution utilizing a fraction of the energy of traditional sources and requiring virtually no maintenance.
1182 36W, 2700 Raw Lumens, 4000K
The housing and door frame are fabricated of heavy-duty die-cast aluminum. The optical system is comprised of high power COBs mounted on a highlyrefl ective panel. The LEDs are oriented in their optimal position and are enclosed with tempered glass. The LED board is mounted onto a substantial aluminum heat sink to maximize heat dissipation. All components undergo a rigorous pre-paint treatment and are coated with baked powder coat paint, giving them a highly durable finish.
KEY FEATURES
DLC Listed
Die-cast aluminum housing
Sleek design
Also available in 347V

LEED Certification Level: Platinum.
Desert Rain was conceived and constructed with meeting the imperatives of the Living Building Challenge, and LEED Platinum Certification as the ultimate goals. The Desert Rain Team has been involved in this process from day one. From design charettes and materials vetting to building deconstruction and pulling the entire compound and systems together we have all been there. This was an extremely challenging process and will not be entirely complete until the one-year audit period and ultimately full LBC and LEED certification is complete. Following is a partial list of the features of Desert Rain and other awards and accomplishments along the way.
-EPS Score of ZERO
-Zero Net Energy
-Zero Net Water
-100% LED Lighting
-Great water treated for irrigation re-use
-All wood products FSC compliant or reclaimed,
-All materials tracked for sourcing radius to minimize carbon footprint.

EXTERIOR
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-Locally sourced, solid cedar siding, selected for both its beauty and durability - substantially upgraded with rain screen wrap
-Impervia Series, Fiberglass Pella windows with the highest built-green rating and energy efficiency, eliminating vinyl gas emissions
-TimberTech 100% composite decking with a 25-year warranty
-Professional landscaping with an authentic Pacific Northwest look
-Custom wood and glass front door made especially for the home
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