Transforming Homes, Redefining Standards
Great Lakes Building Innovations (GLBI) is proud to introduce its visionary venture into Green General Contracting, a bold step towards reshaping the landscape of energy-efficient and sustainable home construction. Born out of a commitment to making energy-efficient homes more accessible, this service is an embodiment of GLBI’s mission to bring innovation to the mainstream.
Key Objectives:
1. Focus on Affordability and Innovation:
GLBI recognizes the challenges in making energy-efficient homes more prevalent, often hindered by cost constraints and a limited market. With Green General Contracting, we aim to break away from industry norms and build modest, affordable spec houses that incorporate cutting-edge building techniques and technology.
2. Modest Spec Houses as a Standard:
The vision is to create a benchmark for energy-efficient living by constructing modest, budget-friendly spec houses that feature technology rarely employed by traditional builders. These homes will serve as a testament to the possibility of achieving energy efficiency without compromising affordability.
3. Passive House Standards:
At the pinnacle of our energy-efficient design aspirations lies the Passive House standard. This European benchmark sets rigorous requirements for insulation, air tightness, ventilation, and energy use. GLBI aims to incorporate these standards into our projects, ensuring a new level of energy efficiency that is currently uncommon in the industry.
4. Net Zero Homes – Bridging the Gap:
In pursuit of sustainability, GLBI acknowledges the significance of Net Zero Homes, where solar energy offsets all energy usage. By integrating solar solutions, our projects, especially those following Passive House standards, aim to seamlessly transition into the realm of Net Zero Homes, providing an eco-friendly solution for homeowners.
5. The “Pretty Good House” Concept:
Inspired by the concept of the “Pretty Good House,” GLBI is committed to finding the perfect balance between minimum code requirements and the ultra-efficient Passive House standard. This approach, pioneered by builders such as Carter Scott, presents an opportunity to create model homes that embrace efficiency without sacrificing practicality.
As GLBI ventures into Green General Contracting, we envision a future where energy-efficient homes are not exclusive to the ultra-rich. Our mission is to redefine industry standards, making sustainable living an achievable reality for a broader audience. With innovation, affordability, and sustainability at its core, Green General Contracting by GLBI is set to transform the way we perceive and construct homes.