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Fradkin Fine Construction :
Woodinville
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Built Green Rating: 3 Star
Remodeler Checklist
Designed and Developed by Collins Group Design and Architecture
Location: Woodinville
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Fradkin Fine Construction believes that quality building and green building go hand in hand, which they have exemplified in this 3-Star Built Green certified remodel in Woodinville. The goals of this remodel were to update the existing lakefront home; open up the floor plan; provide better living flow; bring it more into relation with its forest setting; increase energy efficiency and indoor air quality; re-use as much material as possible; use a minimum of synthetic materials; and utilize sustainable materials and methods. The Built Green Remodeler Checklist provided an excellent guideline for accomplishing the environmental objectives of this project.
Remodeling an existing home is an excellent way to save the use of virgin materials and reuse products that have already been manufactured or installed. It is also a great way to upgrade a home and make it more energy efficient, less toxic and more beautiful. A high degree of material re-use and use of quality products makes this an exemplary green remodel. For example, because the original house was built with a high quality ceramic tile roof, the roof ridge was removed, a ridge vent added, and the original ridge tile re-installed. The majority of the existing windows were also kept and re-used. The liners were stripped and stained to match the new work. High quality, natural materials such as stone, wood, steel, brass, wool and cotton were used both for their beauty and their advantages for improving indoor air quality, because they do not produce toxic off-gassing.
The many green features include:
Site and Water Protection
- Fradkin Fine Construction determined that existing plantings were well enough established, and drought tolerant enough, to completely disconnect the irrigation system. All landscaping will survive on natural precipitation.
- All site work was done by hand, so that no heavy machinery disturbed or compacted existing ground cover or topsoil.
Use Energy Wisely
- A more efficient sealed-combustion water heater was installed.
- Increased insulation values in attics and vaulted ceilings by adding insulation. (All salvageable existing insulation was re-used, too.)
- Installed Energy Star® dishwasher.
- Installed Energy Star® washer and dryer.
- Installed UV protective film on south facing windows, which reflects heat in the summer, contains heat in the winter, protects indoor furnishings and finishes from harmful UV radiation, and extends the life of materials.
- Installed “scene setting” lighting controls. The dimmers save energy and extend bulb life. Features of the “scene setting” controls include 365-day timer, light sensor, and occupancy sensor so that lights are not on when they are not needed.
Health and Indoor Air Quality
- Used low-VOC paints on interior walls and ceilings.
- Low-VOC adhesives, grouts and sealers.
- Installed operable windows to allow cross-ventilation.
- Ventilation system cleaned after construction.
- Two portable 1,200 CFM air filters ran continuously during work.
- Dust collection system was attached to stationary tools.
- Major cutting operations took place in detached garage.
- Dehumidifier was kept on site and run as needed to maintain optimum relative humidity (paint, drywall compound, and other building materials can introduce excessive humidity to a site).
- Carpeted area was reduced by 35 percent and now covers less than one-third of the total floor space.
- Existing carpets that were not replaced with hardwood or stone tile were replaced with carpets made of all natural fibers and installed by tacking, not glue.
- Installed whole house fan.
- Added ridge vent at roof for better ventilation.
Using Materials Wisely and Reducing Waste
- Wood trim from demolition was refinished and reused.
- Framing lumber from demolition was reused.
- Repaired most existing walls and ceilings instead of demolishing and replacing
- Crews carpooled for the 30-mile commute, often three or four to a car.
- Reused existing refrigerator.
- Reused existing tile roofing.
- Granite countertops in kitchen and bathrooms provide durability.
- Many reusable appliances, cabinets and fixtures were re-used in a guest house on the property; the rest were donated.
Still Images: Before Remodel
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Still Images: After Remodel
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