High Performance SIP House Yucca Valley CA

Location: Yucca Valley, CA

Project Information

Project Type:	Residential, < 3,000 sq. ft.
Manufacturer:	Premier Building Systems
Builder:	Steelrock Development Inc.
Design Professional:	Bret K. Morrison Drafting & Design
Year Built:	2024

Performance

High Performance:	Yes
HERS/EUI Index Score:	22.1
ACH50 - Blower Test Results:
kBtu/sq.ft./year:	19.67
CO2 lbs./sq.ft./year:

Awards/Certifications: Other Awards

This is a luxury vacation home nestled in the heart of the Southern California high desert.

Luxury Vacation Home - Southern California High Desert

This exquisite luxury vacation home is nestled in the heart of the Southern California high desert. Its unmatched energy efficiency and rapid installation make it a standout project.

SIP Specifications:

Wall Thickness and Core Material: 4" EPS
Roof Thickness and Core Material: 6" EPS

The use of Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) was pivotal, helping save time, labor, and energy. The home is perfectly positioned to capture the winter sun in the morning and the summer sun in the evening, showcasing unique and clean lines with the SIP panels. Please refer to the beautiful photos for a visual appreciation.

Efficiency and Compliance:

California Title-24 Standards: Easily achieved
HERS Ratings: 28.1 EDR1, 25.2 EDR2, 22.1 TOTAL EDR (Reference: T-24 Energy Report)
Energy Use Intensity: 19.67 kBtu/ft²

Systems and Materials:

HVAC: Central split heat pump for heating and cooling
Lighting and Water Heating: Low voltage lighting and heat pump hot water heating
Solar System: PV system resized to 2.14 kWdc (with a factor of 1.072) to meet Standard Design PV scaling
Sustainable Materials: Natural lumber, low VOC finishes, concrete floors, and natural desert landscaping

This project was not only fun and creative but also highly innovative. The small building’s design fosters an "outdoor-in" feeling while sitting in the family room. It's a project I'd be proud to build repeatedly!

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