Strict development regulations adopted to protect both community and environment dictated that the new building footprint conform to existing dimensions and meet the resiliency standards of the state and federal codes for structures located in a floodplain. The new structure required that no water be displaced in the event of an extreme weather event, prompting the use of flood gates and slab valves in the crawl space to regulate the intake and ejection of flood waters. Building systems are designed to balance with passive solar gain and cross ventilation for year-round comfort. Heat pumps work to heat and cool the spaces with minimal impact, and a supplemental natural gas fireplace provides a secondary heat source. 

Floor, walls, and ceilings are insulated at R-15, R-19, and R-30 respectively, and the home is prepared for future solar installation at the client’s direction. Insulated, Low-E coated windows and doors provide thermal efficiency to the punched openings of the walls. Low-VOC paints and finishes were applied as necessary and low-flow plumbing fixtures were used throughout. Northern white cedar exterior siding, minimally detailed and locally sourced, was installed with precision and craft as highlighted by the mitered corners. The roof is finished with recycled standing seam metal. The electrical load is reduced with LED lighting throughout the house.