A View of Our Land
18 acres in North Iredell
Two Streams, Open Pasture/Woods

Drude calculating True South
using the sun's shadow
for Passive Solar Design

Recyle Center on home-site
NO DUMPSTER
Documented Neglible Waste

Water Distribution Manifold
Centrally located in Conditioned Attic
Water Conservation, Energy-Efficient

DOW SIS(TM) External Sheathing
Locally-produced, Recyled Brick
Added R-Value, Energy-Efficient

Insulated Master Bath Bath Tub
Wrapped in Fiberglass
Energy-Efficient, Water Conservation

Simple 2200 sq. ft. Ranch Style
Light Color Brick Exterior
Locally produced, Recycled Product

"Scrap" Ambrosia Maple Cabinet Doors
CFP PureBond(TM) Cabinets
Locally produced and Healthy Products

Firepace to act as back-up Heat Source
Low Cathedral Ceilings to minimize heat loss
Energy-Efficient

See-through Fireplace shared with Living Space
Door to Back Patio off Master Bedroom
Energy-Efficiency

Two Sinks in Master Bath
New/Recycled Cabinet from Kitchen "mistake"
High Water Conservation

A View of Our Land
Previous Farmland
Underground Springs Abound!

Drude working with surveyor
to locate optimum site with
least elevation variance

Preventative Radon Remidiation
Perforated PVC Pipe
Inexpensive/Easy "insurance"

Insulated HVAC Ductwork
Solid Galvanized Piping
Very High Energy-Efficient

Johns Mansville Climate Pro(TM)
Blown-in Fiberglass Insulation
Very Energy-Efficient, R-4.23

BRAE(TM) Rain Catchment System
1700 Gallon Capacity - In-ground
Very High Water Conservation

Our Front Entrance
Shoe Cubby to store shoes
Healthy & Improves Indoor Air Quality

Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
Wilsonart Laminate Countertops
Very HIgh-Efficiency, Local, Healthy Products

Study French Doors Lead to Living Space
Light and Winter Sun Stream into Living Space
Concrete Floor acts as Heat Sink

Screened Porch Facing North
Cool in the Summer
Energy-Efficient

Master Bath with Tub and Shower
Stained Glass allows light to flow into room
Simple Design, Very High-Efficiency Fixtures