Gray Residence - San Bruno, CA
The greening of the Gray residence involves several aspects to conform to the new California Green Building Code Tier 1 rating:
– Planning and design
– Energy efficiency
– Water efficiency and conservation
– Material conservation, Resource efficiency
– Environmental quality Some Green Features
Bioswale, underground cistern for rainwater harvesting
Native California grass w/ automatic drip irrigation system
Materials compliant with toxic compound limits:
– Adhesives, sealants, caulks
– Paints, stains, coatings
– Particleboard, MDF, hardwood plywood
– Carpet & flooring
Wood framing FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified
Minimum 65% of construction waste recycled or salvaged
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