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A modern building with solar panels on the roof, surrounded by grass and shrubs, under a partly cloudy sky. The building features a light-colored exterior and large windows.

The Gardner Residence

Beaver County, Pennsylvania

A net zero home built to minimize impact on the environment.

Project Description

This single-family, one-story home is located in a semi-rural environment and was built with the vision of living with less impact on the environment. Sustainability features include air tightness and net zero energy consumption powered by 21 solar panels. Natural landscaping includes reclamation of an abandoned field and the introduction of trees and bee friendly plantings.

Completed

2017

Municipality

Beaver

Neighborhood

Beaver

Certifications

PHIUS Certified, Net Zero Energy Building, ENERGY STAR for Homes

Key Green Features

Efficient Energy Systems
Habitat Protection and Restoration
High Performance Envelope
Native Landscaping
On-site Solar Power
Rainwater Collection

Building Use

Residential

Building Size

2,800

Building Owner

J. Gary Gardner, RA

Project Team

J. Gary Gardner, RA, Michael Whartnaby, CPHC, Building Performance Architecture, Climatech