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Modern Issaquah Neighborhood, WA
Award winner
8 Ocate Court
New Mexico
Project Type Residential | Single Family > 3000 sf
Year Completed 2023
Project Size 2801 sq ft
SIPS Used 8 1/4" EPS Wall
Sustainable Features Premier SIPS, No Voc sherwin williams paint Sustainably harvested carb 2 compliant J&K solid birch 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.
Awards 2024 BEA Runner Up High Performance Homes Under 3000 S/F
Architect Spiegel Kinsley Construction, LLC
Contractor Spiegel Kinsley Construction, LLC
Project Overview
8 Ocate Court
End Use: Introducing a remarkable Emerald Green-built home nestled in the picturesque beauty of Placitas, New Mexico. This eco-friendly masterpiece harmonizes sustainable living with exquisite design. Prepare to be captivated by the unparalleled beauty and energy efficiency of this one-of-a-kind residence by Spiegel Kinsley Construction. Designed with you the homeowner in mind.
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. The kitchen is a chef's dream, boasting state-of-the-art energy-efficient appliances, sleek countertops, and cabinetry designed to optimize storage. Whether you're a culinary enthusiast or a casual cook, this kitchen provides the perfect backdrop for creating delicious meals.
The home features innovative green technologies, including solar panels, ERV air purifiers, a car charging station, 8" thick SIPs walls with R35+ performance and energy-efficient insulation, ensuring reduced utility costs. Embrace sustainable living without compromising on luxury or comfort. Unwind in
the spacious master suite, a sanctuary designed for relaxation and rejuvenation. The ensuite bathroom features a double vanity, a luxurious walk-in shower, and a soaking tub where you can indulge in moments of tranquility. The walk-in closet offers ample space to organize your wardrobe. With
additional bedrooms and versatile spaces, there's room for everyone and every purpose. Create a home office, a guest suite, or a hobby room to suit your lifestyle needs. Step outside onto the generous patio, where you can bask in the surrounding breathtaking view. Immerse yourself in the natural
beauty of Placitas while enjoying the serenity of your private outdoor oasis. Placitas offers a thriving community with a rich artistic and cultural scene, as well as access to hiking trails and outdoor recreational activities. Located just a short drive from Albuquerque and Santa Fe, you can easily enjoy the
best of both worlds - the tranquility of rural living and the conveniences of city life.
Why SIPs: I utilized Sips for all of my construction Projects. As a performance home builder I have not found a better way to build a highly insulated, air tight home. I really enjoy the process of building with sips panels, the efficiency, the lack of framing waste and thermal bridging. With energy efficiency,
sustainability, and cost effectiveness in mind on all of my homes, SIPS is never a question for me.
Benefits of SIPs: Absolutely. I can typically install all of my exterior panels in under two days. I love that I do not have to have a dumpster onsite until after framing stage is complete. It saves me on Labor, waste costs, and really helps me reach my energy efficient standards for performance homes. Last year I was award most efficient home of the year in New Mexico.
Innovative Design Elements: On 8 Ocate Ct, we ran into issues on our soil testing. Essentially too much sandy soil/ non load bearing soils content. Traditionally when I have built with SIPS, I will design a stem wall foundation (3 part pour), so that we have full bearing on our stem wall for our SIPS. With the complications of the soils, we needed to use either helical piers, or pier system to support the weight of the home, with an engineered slab. This limited us to pour a monolithic slab (single pour) and insulated on the exterior of our slab instead of on the interior walls. This led to some interesting engineering of cantilevering a treated LSL on flat, to cover the load from the 2 inch cantilever of the SIPS walls. We made it work!
Certifications: Build Green New Mexico, Emerald. (Highest level certificate available) Comparable to Leed Platinum
HERS Index: 37 (we did not include the solar in this rating) Net Zero Home, 120% annual usage offset
Blower Door Test: 1.09
Energy Use Intensity: Total (12,380) divided by 2801 = 4.41 per ft
HVAC System:
- Electric, Htg: 10.5 HSPF. Clg: 19.0 SEER. Electric, Htg: 10.4 HSPF. Clg: 19.4 SEER.
- 2 mini-split mini split condensers.
- Dual zone home
- Individually controlled heating and cooling for master suite and rest of home
- Ducted Mini Split system, no wall mount units.
- Two electric Simple Fire Fire Places in home.
- Home ERV system
- Air source heat pump, electrical htg 10.5 HSPF CLG 19 seer
- Air source heat pump, electrical htg 10.4. clg 19.4 seers
- Water heating, heat pump, electrical, 3.45 ef, 65 gal
- Ventilation system, Balanced ERV, 66 cfm, 35 watts
- programable thermostats
- Annual Demands
- Heating -5.9 kw
- cooling .09 kw
Energy-Saving / Energy-Efficient Materials or Design Features:
- Building shell features.
- Ceiling, Flat
- Sealed attic, R-55
- 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
- Infiltration rate 639 CFM50 (1.09 ACH50) Blower door
- 100 % LED lighting
- Energy Smart Fisher Paykel Appliances
- 10 K watts of solar for a net-zero home.
- Heat pump hot water heater, with recirculation buttons at all water sources.
- Minimized glazing on north side, covered patios on east and west.
Solar:
- 10 KW system size
- Estimated annual generation of 17,542 kWh
- 117% consumption 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
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