Cottle Net Zero Energy Home

Design|Build: The Cottle Zero Energy Home was the 1st Net Zero Energy new home in California and is recognized as one of the highest-performance, greenest and most energy efficient homes in the State.  It was awarded a special commendation by the California Energy Commission.  It boasts all the features you would expect in a custom luxury home in Silicon Valley, and much more. Explore the information, document links and videos below to learn about this ground-breaking contemporary home redefining performance standards for indoor air quality, comfort, energy and water efficiency, and of course, modern style and luxury.

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Cottle Master Bath

Cottle Central Staircase

Cottle Rear Deck

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Channel 5 News Story

The California Energy Commission awarded One Sky Homes Certification as the First Net Zero Energy new home in California for this project. We are proud to have received a special Resolution signed by the Commissioners of the CEC recognizing this achievement. Read the CEC Resolution.

 

 

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Features Summary

Home Performance Certifications

Indoor Air Quality

  • EPA Indoor Air Plus certified; highest residential standard achievable
  • Zehnder (Swiss) continuous (.33ACH) ventilation system w/heat recovery & allergenic air filtration (Merv 13)
  • NightBreeze night ventilation cooling w/allergenic filtration (Merv 13)
  • Zero VOC paints/low-VOC wood finishes
  • Take a deep breath …feel the difference!

Thermal Comfort

  • Passive House certified
  • Guaranteed even temps: avg +/- <1degF everywhere
  • Guaranteed 70-74 deg continuously; you choose your comfort zone
  • German Triple pane tilt/turn windows & doors …no drafts, no cold spots
  • Continuous Heat Recovery Ventilation = even temps & fresh air everywhere
  • Solar awnings & shades …no hot spots
  • NightBreeze natural, night ventilation cooling
  • Lennox heat pump heating/cooling

Acoustics

  • Ultra quiet acoustics w/super-insulated walls & triple-pane windows
  • Ten ft ceilings 1st flr; Nine ft 2nd flr
  • Premium sound isolation layers betw floors
  • Windows can be closed, not required for ventilation
  • Ultra-quiet HVAC systems
  • Ultra-quiet dishwasher

Energy

  • First Certified Net Zero Energy Home in CA
  • Solar PV & Hot water systems
  • Home produces more energy than it uses
  • <=$0 utility bills* …guaranteed by OSH!
  • Surplus solar power for EV charging; up to 20,000 miles/yr free driving!!
  • Amazing $10,000/yr in combined home/transportation energy costs avoided ...$300,000 over 30 years!
  • Guilt-free long, hot showers! …water heated by the sun, then goes to grey water system to water landscaping
  • Home so efficient it can be heated w/hair dryer …see the YouTube video “Hair Dryer Home”
  • Energy Star appliances; efficient lighting & controls; ultra-efficient heat pump, etc., etc
  • Real time energy monitoring system ...see the meter run backwards!

Water

  • Grey water system recycles shower, vanity, clothes washing water to landscaping
  • 0.8 gpf toilets; other efficient fixtures
  • OnDemand hot water system …always hot water in 3 secs, no water/energy waste
  • Whole house water filtration
  • Salt-free water softening: Nuvo H2O
  • EverPure dual-cartridge drinking water system

General

  • Old-growth recycled porch columns from Del Monte cannery
  • “Real” stone exterior wainscot & columns
  • Ten ft ceilings 1st flr; Nine ft 2nd flr
  • Solid, clear-finished premium 8’ wood doors, cabinets and moldings
  • Imported triple-pane windows & patio doors
  • Custom triple-pane glass & Mahogany entry door system
  • Premium wide-plank bamboo floors
  • Lutron Maestro digital, soft on/off lighting controls
  • Great natural lighting and upstairs views

Kitchen

  • Professionally-designed Chef’s kitchen
  • Ultra Premium Appliances: Wolf Pro 48” range w/grill, Sub Zero 48” built in ref/frz, Bosch Ultra-Silent DW, (mfg. in Germany)
  • Large center island with large SS prep sink, built-in maple block prep center
  • Large Cucina-Italia SS apron front dish sink
  • High Arc, Pull-Out satin nickel faucets
  • Pot filler faucet over range
  • Full-extension drawers on all base cabinets
  • Premium natural cherry cabinetry throughout
  • Premium quartz counters and backsplashes
  • Premium task lighting & storage accessories

Master Bedroom Suite

  • Huge master suite with 8’ dbl door entry
  • Bedside security and lighting controls
  • Pre-wired for  video, network and telephone
  • Premium low voltage lighting w/dimming control
  • Huge “hers & his” walk-in closet with premium built-in organizing system
  • Large master bath with premium travertine walls, tub surround and shower
  • White limestone floors
  • Frameless heavy glass shower surround
  • Shower seat and adj. height shower head
  • Oval soaking tub w/European hand shower
  • Premium natural cherry vanity cabinets w/full extension drawers
  • Premium Caeserstone vanity counter with double vessel sinks
  • Premium Hansa (German) brushed nickel faucets, shower & bath fixtures
  • Built in bathroom heaters

Great Room

  • Large great room with 10’ ceiling
  • Connected kitchen, dining, and home entertainment area
  • Sorpetaler (German) tilt/turn windows & patio doors to deck and back yard
  • Bio-ethanol wall-mounted eco fireplace
  • Premium architectural lighting, pre-wired Dolby surround sound

Laundry & Pantry

  • Large combination laundry, utility, pantry directly connected to kitchen
  • Recycled tile floor
  • Cherry cabinets and quartz counters
  • Large laundry sink
  • Frigidaire (top-rated Energy Star 2012) front loading washer/dryer
  • Built-in deluxe ironing center
  • Pantry storage wall

Den/Office

  • 8’ Tilt/Turn patio door to backyard
  • Electric solar shade screens
  • Great natural lighting
  • Pre-wired video, telephone, network

Other Bedrooms (3)

  • Large rooms; guest BR w private bath
  • Large closets with premium organizing systems
  • West BRs w solar shade screens
  • Guest BR w access to backyard
  • Pre-wired video, telephone, network

Other Baths

  • Premium tile floors and quartz vanity counters
  • Showers with premium Italian tiled surrounds
  • Premium natural cherry vanity cabinets with full extension drawers
  • Large vanity mirrors
  • Premium Faucets and shower trim

Deck

  • Eco-friendly, recycled composite decking
  • Automatic drip system for container plants

Garage

  • Extra tall (8’) premium, carriage-style mahogany garage door with windows
  • Fully insulated, fully finished
  • Steel side door
  • Electric vehicle charger; pre-wired for 2nd
  • Lots of electrical receptacles and fluorescent ceiling lights
  • Space and electrical circuits for secondary refrigerator/freezer
  • Automatic garage ventilation system

 

* Zero Energy Guarantee:

-exclusive of grid connection fees & taxes; energy only

-exclusive of electric vehicle charging

-Energy Star appliances required

-exclusive of media and other special servers

-standard residential usages only …no grow lights! :)