photos by Todd Pickering

Ecological Project Design

• Existing structure with excellent southern exposure.

Mindful Materials Handling

• Recycling
• • Cardboard, metal, paper and wood were recycled during project construction.
  • Saw dust was composted.
• Reusing
• • Exterior decking removed and reused at Cheatham/Schmidt residence.
  • Existing mahogany trim and paneling removed for future use.
  • Existing exterior lighting removed for repair and reuse.
  • Remaining construction materials diverted from waste stream for future use.
• Salvaging
• • Salvaged lumber used for new patio fence posts.
  • Salvaged beams used in guest cabin additions.
  • Sand excavated from site used as fill for other project.

Sustainable Materials Integration

• 85% of framing lumber was FSC-certified.
• Installation of bamboo and cork flooring in new living areas.

Carbon Footprint Reduction

• Roof-top 4.5 KW PV solar electric system installed.
• Roof-top solar hot water boost system installed for pool heating and domestic hot water supply.
• Rigid foam insulation installed below new roofing for additional R-value.

Healthy Interiors

• UltraTouch cotton insulation used throughout home.
• Low-VOC adhesives.
• Low-VOC paint used on drywall.
• Low-VOC finish used on bamboo flooring.

Resource Conservation

• Locally-milled lumber used for siding and fencing to reduce transportation costs.
• Dual-flush toilets replaced existing fixtures.
• Low-water landscaping installed.