Howe Sound Haven
Name: Howe Sound Haven
Completed: 2017
Architectural Design: RDC Fine Homes Inc.
Interior Design: Laura Henderson Interior Design
Photography: Joern Rohde
EXTERIOR: ARCHITECTURAL CHARACTER, CURB APPEAL AND INTEGRATION OF THE PROJECT INTO ITS SETTING
- Living in place, no step entry design
- Sited to maximize passive solar, view of The Chief and Howe Sound from wrap around deck
- Cul-de-sac location, ultimate privacy
- Low maintenance Hardie siding, cedar soffits
INTERIOR: CREATIVE AND INNOVATIVE USE OF SPACE INCLUDING ARCHITECTURAL DETAIL AND FORM
- Covered entrance, solid wood door leads into spacious high ceiling living space
- Window placement with clearstory windows frame mountain/ocean views, delivers abundant natural light
- Sloped ceiling gives airy feel, transom windows add light
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS INCLUDING ENERGY EFFICIENCY
- Certified Built Green Platinum EnerGuide 84, 31% better than reference house
- .8 ACH with HRV
- Effective R30 SIP panels, with 2X4 mechanical wall, R60 roof, R25 ICF foundation, R14 under slab
- Triple glazed windows U value under 1