Green Project of the Week: Field
Built by Patriot Custom Homes, the Field project received a HERS rating of 20 and is ENERGY STAR certified.
The exterior walls were built with double wall construction. The roof has 8” structural insulated panels, which also eliminate thermal conduction between the interior and exterior surfaces.
Triple-pane fiberglass insulated-frame windows and glass doors were used, which have a Thermal resistance rating of about R-9. This allowed for an ample amount of glazing for excellent views out to the wooded conservation land behind the property while creating a highly energy-efficient home.
The Field project is heated by a hybrid solar hot water heating system, utilizing solar water collectors which heat a water-heater tank that has a built-in sealed propane boiler booster. The solar water heating system provides heat for the concrete radiant floors, which heat the entire lower level.
Photo Credit: Patriot Custom Homes
