First homes in Santa Fe to be certified
under the Build Green New Mexico certification process. Read more.
Features that may be available (either as upgrades or standard features:
Energy Star HERS Rating of 60 (Home Energy Rating System)
Walking distance to parks, shopping, schools, and bus stops
Passive solar design
Site drainage directs rainwater to planting areas
Efficient home envelope - uses considerably less wood resources
FSC certified lumber
"Right size" home design maximizes space & minimizes materials usage
Xeriscape landscaping - takes advantage of roof & surface rainwater collection
Reflective flat roofing system - "cool roof" leads to a more temperate house in the warm months
Day-lighting - interior techniques minimizes daytime artificial lighting needs
Cross ventilation - keeps the house cool naturally
Energy Star Lighting package & appliances
LIfebreath Forced Air OR Radiant floor heating
Hot water when you need it & right away
Passive grey water system - collects water from bath sinks, showers, & laundry to water landscaping
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