| Project Type: | New Residential Construction |
| Size: | 4660 sq ft |
| Owner/Developer: | Jennifer Fisher Residence, Dante and Cristina Medri |
| Scope: | Three bedroom, Study, 3 1/2 baths, open modern living and dinning spaces, expansive kitchen and attached two car garage and European style rear courtyard. |
| Collaborators | Mod Verde, Wilkinson Engineering, Next Generation Energy |
| Location: | Boulder, CO |
| Status: | Completed Summer 2008 |
| Description | Noteworthy for its bold red color and strong massing, 3004 Washington further exemplifies the distinct design and craftsmanship of the Washington Street Trio homes. Limestone and fresco stucco exterior contribute to a warm streetscape presence. Centered around the main dining area and kitchen, the first floor spaces are grand yet secluded offering the occupants a feeling of security and comfort in a modern and spacious design. Continuing up the concrete and glass stairs, the second floor spaces are comprised of the bedrooms and small open study, which radiate from the centrally located staircase in a form of circular ambulation. Ample natural light is brought into the center of the space via a skylight and generous southern window openings. |
| Methods | -Passive Solar Design with appropriate solar heat gain advantage for glazing. -SIPS (Structural Insulated Panel System) walls and roof cavity, for a super insulated shell. -Solar Thermal panels (with 500 gal. of storage) for domestic hot water heating and space heating via radiant floor. -Interior finishes all low or no VOC content. -Venetian plaster, limestone, and maple paneling interior wall finish. -Cantilevered concrete stair treads with glass guard railing. -Energy Star rating-5 star, Hers index 48 |
