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29%
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24%

(This house reported 21 resource efficient features.
Percentages above indicate the distribution of features and total 100%)

Location:
St. Petersburg, Florida
LEED Home Exterior with Native Plantings

Type of Project:
New Construction

Home Completed:
2008

Setting:
suburban

Energy Source:
- grid electric
- geothermal
- passive solar

Layout:
Single-Family
4 bedroom
Attached garage

Lot Size:
7200 sqft

Square Footage:
2300

Sales Market:
Middle-income

Cost/Square Foot:
$ 170.00

Recycled glass countertop in kitchen

Goals

1. To construct a home on the cutting edge of green building; sited, designed, constructed, and operated to create a better future.

2. To use this home as a model to show how to create a better future for the Tampa Bay.


	Home Awards / Certifications
	LEED for Homes Gold 2008 Energy Star Labeled and Certified Home - Builder Option Packages and Guidelines

Primary Contact

Darren Brinkley , President
REAL building
Website: http://www.realbuilding.com
Phone: (727) 388-9777
db@realbuilding.com
Note
Green developers and consultants for responsible, efficient and attainable living. - Developer

Special information

This home is a model for what can be achieved. It has been designed to use up to 70 percent less energy and 40 percent less water than a comparable home of its size and design.

The home maximizes natural light, reduces passive solar heating, and increases the indoor air quality by using eco-friendly products and finishes. The main living area has an open floor plan allowing for increased use of natural ventilation in the cooler months.

Open, cool floorplan with efficient use of stairwell and ample natural light

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