Neptune Beach House
A mix between traditional coastal and modern aesthetics, this home embodies a cozy coastal retreat. While the white oak floors and cabinets contribute to the ambiance, the construction and technology of the home ensure the interior truly feels comfortable. Outfitted with a heatpump to heat and cool the home, triple pane windows, HEPA filtration, a balanced ventilation system and remote-controlled blinds for the west windows installed by the owner, the indoor air remains clean and at a stable temperature throughout the year.
Since one of the homeowners is an electrician, they installed their own electrical and solar array. This meant that there was room for creativity and innovation to push what a net zero energy home can do. A blog post explaining the system and the benefits is coming soon!
Specs
- Overview:
- 2160sf SFR including 60sf garage
- 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom
- Net zero energy
- Passive solar heating/cooling design
- Insulation: R-29 walls & R-45 ceiling
- Air Sealing: 1.05ACH
- HERS Index: -10
- Certifications: DOE Certified Efficient New Home, ENERGY STAR, EPA Indoor AirPlus, Built Green 4-star
- Mechanical:
- Ventilation: Fantech Hero 250 with built in HEPA filter. Built-in humidity, temperature, and CO2
- Heating/Cooling: Chilltrix CX-35; hydronic radiant floor heating downstairs and 1 fan coil unit
- PV: 10.6kW solar array with 16.1kW battery
- Selections:
- Hardie lap siding
- Taylor Metal Streamline steel roofing with ArmorTech coating in Sterling Gray
- Finger jointed pine trim painted white & Whitman moulded doors
- Floor Score certified & FSC flooring - Kahrs Oak Fawn Matte
- DeWills Designer Shaker in White Oak cabinets
- Granite countertops - Fantasy Brown Brushed
- LED lighting
- WaterSense plumbing fixtures
- ENERGY STAR appliances and induction range
- Balanced range hood
- No/Low-VOC finishes
- Triple pane, Low-E coated, argon-filled locally manufactured vinyl windows
