Turn-key Case Study

Solar Village Altos - Decatur, Indiana

The Altos is located in Decatur, IN and will be a showcase of solar living for the mid-west region.  It will serve as an All American Homes sales model and a community education center.

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Overview:
Location Square Ft Bedrooms Bath When Built
 Awards
Decatur, Indiana 2047 3 + Den 2.5 2008 n/a

South Elevation - front entrance - optional terraced porch - passive solar design

Altos living room - bamboo floors
 Altos kitchen
Living Room : View Larger Kitchen: View Larger South: View Larger  Southwest: View Larger 


Built Green*

  • Passive solar orientation & design
  • 1.5" thick gypcrete floors for thermal mass
  • Solar heated domestic hot water
  • 2.5 kw Solar PV electric panels
  • HRV for continuous ventilation
  • High SEER Heat pump heating/cooling
  • Tankless high efficiency boiler
  • Icynene and rigid foam insulation
  • Efficient lighting
  • Water saving toilet & fixtures
  • Energy star appliances (if included)
  

Sustainable Materials*

  • Fiberglass windows
  • Eco cabinets
  • Cementious 50 yr siding
  • 30 yr roof
  • Bamboo flooring
  • Recycled PET carpeting
  • No VOC paint

*  Items shown in photos may be upgraded from base specification

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