An 1,800 urban infill house created by rebuilding and adding to an existing garage in an historic neighborhood. The design maintains the scale and appearance of the original structure, and daylight floods the interior without compromising privacy.
SITE
Limit site disturbance
Minimize development footprint
Choose sites that are already disturbed
Minimize impervious surfaces
Utilize existing stormwater paths
Reduce or eliminate light pollution
Increase water use efficiency
BUILDING
High performance envelope
ENERGY
Efficient radiant heating system
Maximize daylighting
MATERIALS
Provide for storage and collection of recyclables
Use materials with recycled content
Use durable materials and easily maintained finishes
INDOOR AIR QUALITY
Increase ventilation effectiveness
Use low VOC materials
Operable windows
Individual control of lighting, ventilation, and/or heat
