Overview & Scope

The client's, starting a new family with a young baby, wanted to update their 50 year old 50 sq.ft. bathroom in the mostenvironmentally responsible and energy efficient manner possible. In reasearching their options they quickly learned it woto make some additional energy efficient improvements along the way. Working with a licensed Realtor/Eco-Broker, ASIDProfessional a whole house energy audit revealed their insulation, radiant barrrier and HVAC system were inadequate for

General Design and Construction Strategies

Durability will be achieved through the installation of 1/4 turn ball valves, stainless steel supply hoses, epoxy grouts and ceWe will reduce noise by installing an Energy Star rated ventilation fanDesign with air quality in mindDesign for sustainable lifestyleUniversal design details include blocking for future grab bars, widening entry to 36", installation of levered faucets, paddleDesign for storage

Plumbing

Dedicated high efficiency tankless water heater located with 10' of the bathroom1/4 turn ball valves for shut off at sinks and commodeWater Sense Kohler commode, faucets and shower valveWater filter at shower head and aerators at faucetsAccess panel to shower from adjacent closet

Lighting & Electrical

We are providing daylighting through an Energy Star rated double pane window

Energy efficient sealed canister light fixturesBalanced mix of ambient and task lighting with dimemr controls

We are providing daylighting through a Sun Tunnel in the shower

Moisture Management & Improved Indoor Air Quality

Cement backerbaord and waterproofing installed behind all walls tilesNon-paper faced drywall in balance of the bathroomEnergy Star rated Whisper Green ventilation fan on timer Replacement of all HVAC ductwork tested to less than 5% leakageOnly low and zero voc Sherwin Williams primers and paints will be applied to walls, ceilings, cabinets and wood trim5" Pleated media air filter will be installed in the HVAC systemOnly formaldehyde free plywood will be used in cabinet constructionNo wallpaper

Flooring, Counters and Shower Tile

Locally manufactured and/or recycled glass tiles on shower walls and counter backsplashCradle to Cradle certified Ice Stone countersEpoxy groutsNo carpeting

Cost to complete including design $ 36,192.36Time Frame to from start to finish: Less than 60 daysWhole House Energy Upgrades

Spray applied radiant barroer to underside of roof deckingBlown in R-30 cellolose insulationInstallation of SEER 18 variable speed HVAC system & all new rigid and flexible insulated duct work wth no exposed fibre Keeping the existing window ventilation fan properly sized for the space and installation of low and no formaldehyde and voc building materials through