Net Zero Ready SIP House Placitas NM

Location: Placitas, NM

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Awards/Certifications: Other Awards

This home harmonizes sustainable building with exquisite design capturing Mountain, Mesa, and City Light views. As you step inside the thoughtfully designed floor plan seamlessly connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas, creating an ideal environment for hosting gatherings or simply enjoying quiet evenings with loved ones.

This 2,552 square-foot high-performance home is a true gem. It seamlessly blends sustainable building practices with stunning design, offering breathtaking views of the mountains, mesa, and city lights. The thoughtfully designed floor plan connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas, creating the perfect space for entertaining guests or relaxing with loved ones. The chef's kitchen, equipped with state-of-the-art energy-efficient appliances and beautiful cabinetry, is a dream come true for any culinary enthusiast.

The builder utilizes Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) for all projects. SIPs offer superior insulation and airtightness, reducing energy costs and creating a more comfortable living environment. The builder appreciates the efficiency and minimal waste associated with SIPs, making them the ideal choice for environmentally conscious homeowners.

SIP wall thickness and core material: 8" EPS
SIP rood thickness and core material: Traditional truss roof (Flat roof), open cell spray foam cap, batt insulation, R-49.4

Typically, the builder can install all exterior panels in under two days. This streamlined process eliminates the need for a dumpster on-site until after the framing stage, reducing labor costs, waste, and contributing to the overall energy efficiency of the home. In fact, last year, the builder was awarded the Most Efficient Home of the Year in New Mexico.

This particular project was relatively straightforward. However, capturing panoramic views from every room was a priority, necessitating a stem wall foundation.

In terms of certifications, the home achieved the highest level of Build Green New Mexico certification, Emerald, which is comparable to LEED Platinum.

The HERS rating achieved is 37 without the solar panels. With the solar panels, the home becomes Net Zero, offsetting 120% of annual energy usage.

Blower door test results: 1.03 (ACH50)

Build Green New Mexico, Emerald. (Highest level certificate available) which is comparable to Leed Platinum.

Energy use intensity:
Use MMBtu (ALL Electric Net-Zero Home) 100% energy offset.

HVAC System used is:

• Air-source heat pump: Electric, htg 9.0 HSPF. CLG 16.9 SEER;
• Air-source heat pump: Electric, Htg: 10.5 HSPF. Clg:19.6 SEER;
• Water Heating: Heat Pump, Electric AO Smith 3.45 EF, 50 Gal;
• Duct Leakage to Outside NA, Ventilation system, Panasonic Balanced ERV, 82 CFM, 40 Watts, Ventilation System;
• Programmable Thermostat.

Energy-saving materials:

• Building shell features;
• Ceiling: Flat;
• Sealed attic: R-49.4;
• Above Grade walls: r-39.3 8 1/4 Sips Panels;
• Slab: R-10;
• Window type: Anderson 100’s (post consumer fibrex) U values .270, SHGC .0210

Energy-effcient products:

• 100 % LED lighting;
• Bosch Energy Star appliances;
• 10 K watts of solar for a net-zero home;
• Heat pump hot water heater, with recirculation buttons at all water sources.
   

Solar Panel:

• All electric home, no Gas;
• 10 KW system size;
• Estimated annual generation of 17,542 kWh;
• 120% consumtion offset;
• 15,000 kWh annual electricity Usage;All electric home, no Gas;
• Solar Panels: Q cells, 25 x 400 watt panels (q.peak duo blk ml-G10+ 400);
• Inverter: SolarEdge 10,000 Kw total inverter rating;
• Power Optimizer: 440 w power optimizer for residential installations 25x s440

Sustainable materials:

• No Voc sherwin williams paint;
• Sustainably harvested carb 2 compliant FABUWOOD solid ply cabinets;
• Carb 2 compliant flooring from Fusion Floors, green floor score;
• Sustainably harvested and managed forest (Forest stewardship council);
• Engineered hardwood floor, no voc glue;
• All low water/ no water all native landscape planting. Small drip irrigation on timer;
• Balanced ERV for Indoor Air quality, Anderson Fibrex (90% post consumer sustainable materials).

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