The Connolly House will be completed December 2010.

These features are among the technical strategies included that will make this home perform so well with minimal impact on the environment.

• Proper Solar Orientation
  
• Termimesh Chemical Free Termite Barrier System
  
• Advanced Framing 2x6 24 o.c.
  
• 95% Recycled Content Sheetrock
  
• Standing Seam Galvalume Roof
  
• Low-e Metalized Housewrap
  
• Low-e Insulated Windows w/.22 SHGC
  
• Open Cell Spray Foam Insulation
  
• Conditioned Attic (unvented attic system)
  
• 4 Ton Multi Split HVAC System
  
• Variable Speed Air Handlers
  
• Fresh Air Intake
  
• Central Dehumidification
  
• Gas Tankless Water Heaters
  
• Pex Tubing Plumbing
  
• Low Flow Faucets
  
• Dual Flush Toilets
  
• 23,000 gal Rainwater Collection for Irrigation
  
• Permeable Paver Driveway, Walkways & Patios
  
• Water Wise Landscaping
  
• Energy Star Appliances
  
• LED & Compact Fluorescent Lighting
  
• 7.74 kw Photovoltaic System (Solar Panels)
  
• FSC Certified Wood Used for Interior Trim and Cabinets
  
• Formaldehyde Free MDF Cabinets and Trim
  
• Reclaimed Barn Wood Timber Beams
  
• Low/No VOC Paints & Stains