LivingSmart®

OUR COMMITMENT

We’ve been a leader in green building since 1998 and our commitment is always expanding. It always will, with a steadfast passion for improving the quality of life for our home owners and the legacy we’ll all leave on this amazing planet.

New materials, technologies and features are constantly being incorporated into our LivingSmart^® program that includes five specific areas of advancement: HealthSmart^®, EnergySmart^™, EarthSmart^®, WaterSmart^® and HomeSmart^™.

LivingSmart^® in its entirety is all about health and well-being for you and your family, as well as the planet. It’s the ultimate win-win that improves everyday life for years to come, constantly evolving as we all become smarter together

EnergySmart™

Our technology reduces energy consumption and utility bills.

Heating & Cooling

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Dimmer switches and motion detectors are a great way to control your energy usage. Energy efficient heating and cooling systems and programmable thermostats also reduce your electrical usage. And with a solar system, you can harness the power of the sun to lower or eliminate electrical bills.

Lighting

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Fluorescent or LED lighting throughout your home, or in key areas such as kitchens, is more energy-efficient than incandescent lighting.

Appliances

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Energy Star™ appliances, such as refrigerators and dishwashers, will save you money—simple as that. Here are two more examples: a tankless water heater that heats water only when you need it, and a digital programmable thermostat that helps automatically control energy use and save money.

Exterior Products

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Maintaining a comfortable home temperature reduces energy bills, and our materials do just that. Radiant barrier roof sheathing reflects the sun, weather stripping reduces temperature fluctuation, and low-E window glass keep heat and cold outside and protects household items against sun damage.

HealthSmart®

Our features and finishes contribute to better indoor air quality.

Finishing Products

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Low-VOC, water-based wood finish, interior paint, caulking and adhesives ensure a healthy living environment for your family.

Air Filtration

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Since we breathe it every day, you could say air quality is just a bit important. That’s why right sized HVAC filters provide better air filtration and quiet bathroom fans with built-in humidistat controllers reduce moisture and automatically turn off when the humidity level has dropped.

Air Quality

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A sealed combustion furnace and a central vacuum system helps keep indoor air quality at healthy levels.

EarthSmart®

Our extensive use of sustainable materials help conserve natural resources.

Wood Products

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Our engineered wood products resist warping, splitting and shrinking while preserving our forests

Recycling

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We’re doing our part to recycle, and we help you do the same. Our Recycle/Reuse program puts unused materials back to work, conserving natural resources. A built-in kitchen recycle bin, an optional solar system and an electric-vehicle charging system are some of the ways you can support an earth-friendly approach.

WaterSmart®

Our plumbing fixtures, appliances and landscape design helps conserve water usage.

Appliances

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We want to help you save resources in every way possible. WaterSense faucets, showerheads, and toilets conserve water and save you money. The option of adding a recirculating pump with your tankless hot water heater, will help get hot water to the faucets faster, saving cold water from running down the drain and saving you even more money.

Landscape Design

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At a time when water conservation is more important than ever before, we’re proud to showcase plants, materials and techniques to design drought-tolerant landscapes in many of our communities.

HomeSmart™

Smart technology that helps you stay comfortable, in control, connected and able to save energy—from anywhere.

Comfort and Control

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Save energy at home or while you’re away via your smart phone or tablet. Temperature, lighting and much more can be controlled with just a tap, for your ongoing comfort or imminent arrival.

Access and Security

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Control access and securely monitor who’s coming and going on your own smart device. Even when you’re away, you can let in service providers and guests. It’s the ultimate peace of mind at home or on the go.

WiFi Connectivity

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Keeping you connected is key, and a home that’s pre-wired for a central wireless access point ensures that. Whether controlling your connected smart devices or streaming your favorite shows, your signal stays strong.