We constructed this energy efficient, two-story ranch for a family with active children. They wanted a long, winding driveway, lake views, flat yards for the kids, and views of both the front and back yards from the kitchen.
Project Summary
Details
- Geothermal heating and cooling system, in-floor heat with boiler, and forced air heating and cooling.
- “Sand blanket” (sandy beach) with rock retaining wall and steps.
- Insulated concrete forms (ICF) foundation.
- Hung floor trusses from foundation (“One Step Entry”).
- Installed LP smart siding, lap siding, board and batten, cherry trim and paneling.
- Rounded deck with screen porch.
- Used energy efficient insulation techniques: spray foam, blown insulation, and batt insulation.
- Hickory hardwood kitchen flooring.
- Custom Alder kitchen cabinets with granite island.
- Basement rock climbing wall.
- Marvin Windows with black exterior.
| Completed | 2013 |
| Location | Sunshine Lake, Duluth, MN |
