Green features include: - Passive heating through solar convection thermal mass panels - Under-floor passively cooled root cellar - Reuse of existing materials, including exterior cedar siding, concrete pieces as landscaping stone, reclaimed doors and hardware - Improved insulation and ventilation - Maximized natural lighting, skylight, overhangs designed according to solar calendar, and south facing solar panels - Green roof on the carport - Rainwater harvesting using the hydraulically engineered, Gold Tier Cradle-to-Cradle Award winning Raintube gutter protection system and raintote - Functionally planned log storage for woodburning fireplace - Design collaboration with LEED Accredited Professional - Demonstrated sustainable building practices including employment of sediment control plan, waste reduction through reuse and recycling practices