Speculative Single Family with Energy Efficiency Features and “Green Bling”

1314 N. Moorman, Chicago, IL 60622 Map

1314 N. Moorman

Owner
House Plant, Inc.

1314 N. Moorman is a 2,600 sf (3,600 sf with basement) speculative single family home with many basic energy efficiency features and a bit of ‘green bling’. Although it is certainly in the class of high-end spec homes, with 4 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths it isn’t nearly as large as some of the custom homes we see. This is another example of an owner of new development using green as a way to differentiate their product - I love that their company name works as a triple entendre.

The home uses frame construction with mostly FSC-certified wood materials and soy-based spray foam insulation. High-efficiency mechanicals and triple-pane windows round out the energy efficiency approach - with these features and good detailing, the project could like qualify for an Energy Star certification, but currently it isn’t seeking such. There’s also a fair amount of water management, with all of the easy-to include features adding up to a fairly comprehensive approach: low-flow fixtures, rainwater cisterns, and a rain garden. Green bling comes in the form of a habitable green roof.

The project is seeking Chicago Green Homes certification. Other project team members include Stedl Construction and Louis Shell Structures.