design principles

ELEMENTS	BUILTSMART PRINCIPLES
SITE DESIGN	Utilize home contours to create enclosed or private outdoor living areas
FRONT ELEVATION	Design for interior privacy and security
SIDE ELEVATION	Properly located windows and doors for natural ventilation and privacy
REAR ELEVATION	Rear facing glass position to ensure privacy and protection from elements
GARAGE	Front located, connected garage, preferably with side or rear facing doors
ROOF	Simple roof design with appropriate slope, minimum offset gables & valley hips, minimum of 24” overhangs
GLASS WINDOWS AND DOOR OPENINGS	Use of appropriately calculated and rated thermal glass for each exposure
EXTERIOR FINISH MATERIAL	Maintenance free brick, stucco, or native stone
INTERIOR FINISH MATERIAL	No VOC interior paints, low VOC stains and finishes
INTERIOR DESIGN	Simple layout, smart use of space, flow between living spaces with minimum hallways
SECURITY	Use of walled barrier with gates where practical – Glass facing into private courtyard
EXTERIOR COLORS	Colors that harmonize with climate and regional ethnicity

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