Join us for an insightful virtual home tour of a LEED Platimum, Passive House Net Zero Certified home that showcases innovative solutions to a variety of site challenges and the latest in sustainable building practices. This event will address the intricacies of site placement, exploring the impact of south sun exposure versus views in other directions, tree cover considerations, and the management of water tables related to basement garages. Attendees will learn about effective rain collection strategies for long driveways, and how the design features cater to aging in place and serve as tornado shelters. The scope of work includes elements of passive house design, focusing on air tightness, high-performance windows, and the integration of an Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) to promote indoor air quality. The tour will also delve into advanced HVAC systems and hot water solutions, showcasing a ground loop technology that provides substantial energy savings. Visitors will see how solar installations can lead to net-zero energy consumption and hear a comprehensive comparison of actual energy usage against projections, featuring data from electric vehicle operations. The challenges of certification processes, including measuring airflow on curved walls and the results of blower door tests, will be discussed alongside sustainable waste management practices that emphasize reusing materials. With a focus on eco-friendly choices, such as reclaimed trees for flooring and efficient water storage systems, the tour promises to engage participants with a Q&A session and celebrate the achievements of this sustainable building project. Speakers The team of Abueva Builders and Mark Miller Architects was recently awarded one of three Innovative Project Awards by US Green Building Council West Michigan Annual Leadership Awards. Abueva Builders is a forward-thinking construction company specializing in leading-edge building science that focuses on environmentally sustainable, customer-centered, and universally beneficial building practices. Their commitment to high performance, energy efficiency, and attention to detail sets them apart in the construction industry. Continuing Education Units (CEUS) submitted 1 hour in* Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) & LEED AP Homes (APH) Building Performance Institute (BPI) NonWholeHouse Submitted for American Institute of Architects - AIA (HSW) Certified Green Professional (NARI & CGP) Certified GreenHome Professional (CGHP) Pillar(s): Energy, Health, Materials, Water, Place American Institute of Building Designers (AIBD) State Architect / Builder License may be applicable Building Science Institute (BSI) Verifier Passive House Consultant US (CPHC) Society of American Registered Architects (SARA) Lessons Learned 1. Understand the importance of indoor air quality by utilizing Energy Recovery Ventilators (ERVs) to promote a healthier living environment in sustainable homes. How does it relate to LEED Residential V4.1 EQ: Enhanced Ventilation Credit? 2. Analyze the design features of homes that cater to safety during natural disasters, such as tornado shelters and considerations for site placement in relation to tree cover. 3. Introduce sustainable living practices that prioritize water management and effective rain collection to enhance community welfare and resilience. How does it relate to LEED Residential V4.1 Sustianable Sites Rain Water Managmeent Credit? 4. Articulate the benefits of solar installations and energy-efficient systems in achieving net-zero energy consumption, contributing to both environmental welfare and economic savings. How does it relate to LEED Residential V4.1 EA Annual Energy Performance Credit?