Scarborough, ME.
Designer: Richard Renner Architects
Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, this beautiful 6000+ square foot home spans three floors and connects to its garage by a glass bridge. Plantings on the bridge roof will create an environment friendly “green roof.” Other green design features of this oceanfront home include:
- 2.1 kW PV solar array
- Solar hot water with excess heat generated during non-use periods supplementing the radiant heating system
- Triple-glazed double low-e insulated fiberglass windows
- Metal roof with solar reflective coating
- Dense-Pac cellulose and 2” rigid insulation for an exterior wall R-value of 28
- Heat recovery ventilation system
- FSC certified, reclaimed hardwood flooring
- Locally sourced stone for chimney and foundation
- ABS piping for plumbing systems
- High efficiency gas boiler
- FSC-certified kitchen cabinetry and millwork
