November 20, 2008

LEED for Homes – Platinum

by Environmental Building Strategies in Green Building, Lifestyle No Comments

David (founder of USGBC) and Sara Gottfried’s recent restoration of a 1915 home marked the highest scoring home renovation since the launch of the LEED for Homes Green Building Rating System in January 2008. A press release reveals that the home received 106.5 of a possible 136 points, thus obtaining a Platinum rating. Other things this press release point out are the home’s:

- Size – At 1500 square feet, the home is half the size of the family’s previous home, thus reducing their footprint
- Gray Water System – The used water from the 2 showers, bathtub, and sinks are used for landscaping
- Design as a Net-Zero Energy Home – By using both its solar and hydronic powered water-heating systems as well its solar photovoltaic power generation, the home aims to produce the power it needs without drawing from the power grid
- “Eco-Bling” – The Gottfried’s refer to the colorful abalone tiles that decorate their home as “eco-bling,” reminding us that green homes can be and often are, beautiful

To learn more about this high quality home, check out some pictures on their website and see the video blog!