Case Study
|
Click
below for other views:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| |
 |
|
View more images below
M1 Dezine:
Kirkland Remodel
 |
Built Green Rating: 3 Star
Remodeler Checklist
Location: Kirkland
|
|
Remodeling an existing home is an excellent way to save the use of virgin materials and reuse products that have already been manufactured. It is also a great way to upgrade a home and make it more energy efficient, less toxic and more beautiful. This Kirkland home was recently remodeled and certified 3-Star Built Green™. The project architect followed the Built Green Remodeler Checklist that is specifically designed for home remodels or additions.
Overall the remodel consisted of upgrading the energy efficiency and look of the house, and installing renewable materials such as bamboo, lyptus and cork. Some of the new features that promote energy efficiency include a remote shade for the skylight to limit solar gain on the west side; removal of the old inefficient wood burning fireplace and replacement with a clean burning gas fireplace with a blower; and creative design with daylighting to limit dependency on electric lights, such as installing a re-used door that allows enough light into the pantry from the exterior so you don’t always need to turn on the light. To expand on the daylighting and contribute to indoor air quality, light-colored, low-VOC paint was used throughout.
A number of renewable, reusable and low-toxic materials were used to add to the sustainable and healthy design. All the carpet was removed and replaced with bamboo flooring. The pantry floor’s plastic turf was replaced with cork flooring. The mantel is a reclaimed piece of lumber from Urban Hardwoods (www.urbanhardwoods.com); a company that recycles old building materials and make custom furniture out of trees that would normally be cut down and scrapped.
The many green features include:
Site and Water Protection
- Decrease impervious surface on site by removing the shed.
- Added topsoil and grass requiring low water consumption.
- Added plants and vegetation that required little water.
- Amended yard with topsoil and compost to promote better vegetation growth.
Using Energy Wisely
- Energy efficiency was improved for the entire house.
- Added insulation to the floor to promote better energy efficiency.
- Energy Star® refrigerator and dishwasher were installed.
- Light colored interior finishes promote day lighting.
- Extra precautions to seal home against moisture and air leaks.
- Installed shading devices in sunroom skylight with aluminum back shade to reflect heat gain.
- Installed shades to limit solar gain in summer.
Health and Indoor Air Quality
- Used low-VOC paints in the interior.
- Low-VOC paints, adhesives, grouts and sealers were used.
- Water based sealers were used on the bamboo, cork and slate.
- Operable windows allow cross ventilation.
- Ventilation system cleaned after construction.
Using Materials Wisely and Reducing Waste
- A built-in kitchen recycling area facilitates homeowner recycling.
- Recycling and salvaging of materials during construction.
- Used recycled doors in pantry and entry.
- Reclaimed lumber for mantle.
- Granite counter tops in kitchen provide durability.
- Recycled metal for use at the counter support, and for fireplace and wood stove surround.
Still Images: After Remodel
Click on an image to enlarge
Still Images: Before Remodel
Click on an image to enlarge
back to top
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)
)