Construction details
Take a deeper dive into how we build our homes from the ground up.
Exterior construction
• Walls: 2 x 6-in. studs, R-19 insulation
• Roof: 30-lb. design load, reinforced trusses with R-38 insulation, weatherproof electrical junction box, conduit running from main floor, 30-year IKO architectural shingles with reflective sheathing
• James HardiePlank® fiber cement, class A fire-rated lap siding, 7″ reveal with 50-year limited warranty
• Front and rear overhangs and sidewall eaves
• Hardboard fascia, 5.5-in. hardboard corner and window trim
• WUI-compliant Kinro vinyl windows
• Solar panel ready
Bathroom features
• 60-in. fiberglass tub/shower
• Vanity with square undermount lavatory sink and widespread lavatory faucet in matte black
• Matching matte black towel bar, toilet paper holder, and shower faucet
• Dual-flush, comfort-height, low-flow elongated toilets
• Ceiling vented exhaust fan system
HVAC and water
• 200-amp electrical system
• 10kW electric furnace
• 40-gallon water heater
• PEX water lines
• AC Ready with forced air
Interior construction
• Walls: 2 x 3-in. studs, ½-in. drywall
• Floors: 2 x 6-in. joists, steel I-beam support, R-22 fiberglass insulation, ¾-in. OSB subflooring; choice of Shaw vinyl plank flooring, carpet, or linoleum
• Ceilings: ⅝-in. drywall, R-38 blown insulation
• Kiln-dried structural lumber throughout
• Wood window casing throughout, except shower area
• 2-in. white window blinds
• 2″x4″ rafters, spaced 24″ on center, with OSB roof sheathing and vapor barrier
Kitchen features
• Shaker style, hardwood cabinets, primed and painted, soft-close drawer guides, and hidden hinges
• Durable Solid Surface countertops
• Stainless steel, double basin, undermount sink
Appliances
• All electric stainless steel 30-in. four-burner electric radiant range with 5.3-cu. ft. oven
• Stainless steel 25-cu. or 18-cu. ft. fridge
• Stainless steel 24-in. full-console 3-cycle dishwasher
• Stainless steel 30-in./1.8-cu. ft. combination 1,100w microwave/range hood
• Washer and dryer hook-ups
Lighting
• LED can lighting in the kitchen, hall, and utility closet
• 3-light sconce above bathroom sink