The New Generation of High Performance Homes
- Enjoy a healthier, more sustainable lifestyle
- Higher re-sale value
- Minimum 60% more energy efficient
- Helping to reduce the causes of climate change
- LEED gold standard homes
World Class Design Integrity
- Highly regarded team of professional consultants
- Integrated design solutions "pre-construction"
- Innovative and creative West Coast living
- No compromise on high end finishes
- Maximum use of sustainable materials
Simon Baston
Simon Baston hails from Wales in the UK where he had a construction company. In 1999, he formed a development partnership in Wales for both Residential and Commercial projects that developed “brownfield” sites that retained the commercial elements.
In September 2006, Simon moved to Vancouver with the view to develop high-end ‘green’ buildings on the North Shore. He has built small, simple, well designed, low value units in the UK, and continues to take a keen interest in all environmental issues. He hopes to be able to increase awareness that all homes, regardless of size, can meet strict sustainable standards.
Eileen Keenan M.A., Dip. Arch., RIBA, IA, LEED® AP
Born in Northern Ireland, Eileen studied Architecture at the University of Edinburgh, specializing in energy efficient and passive solar design. She has since worked in the field of Architecture and Design for more than 15 years in both Europe and Canada, working on major commercial and institutional projects. She has served as a member of the Vancouver City Planning Commission and on the City’s Urban Design Panel.
Her interest in environmental and humanitarian issues has led her to undertake voluntary design and construction work in areas as diverse as India and Canada’s Northwest Territories. More recently she traveled to Biloxi, Mississippi to work with Architecture for Humanity on hurricane Katrina reconstruction efforts. Eileen currently works with Light House Sustainable Building Centre and Builders Without Borders.
David Poskitt
David is a Residential Designer with Poskitt Design Ltd. working primarily in West Vancouver for over thirty-seven years. For the last seven years he has also been active as a committee member in the City of North Vancouver working on sustainable urban planning.
The LEED for Homes project is an important sustainability program initiative for the residential design and construction industry. David is pleased to be part of the consulting team to learn and implement the LEED for Homes rating system.
Bob Laird
As the owner of Laird Custom Homes Ltd., Bob has been building homes and renovations on the North Shore and West Side of Vancouver for a over ten years.
He feels that the implementation of construction materials and methods that offer environmentally friendly alternatives to homeowners while lessening the impact to the planet is a socially responsible choice; and that this will certainly be the way of the future for residential construction.
Ruth Mason
Ruth has been designing in the residential market since 2001. She trained at BCIT and with the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) and has many years experience in project management, public space planning and marketing with the Pattison Group of Companies and the Vancouver Aquarium. Ruth respects the balance between return on invested capital, environmental impact and critical market reach.
Her environmental interests include sustainability of the built environment; healthy interiors designed to fit all lifestyles; and lighting design with a focus on effective use of low energy options. Ruth feels the LEED for Homes pilot project is an exceptional opportunity to demonstrate sustainable and ethical building practices in single family housing, while showcasing the beauty and comfort of green-design materials and systems. She sees this as a timely and truly exciting project dedicated to transforming the future of the high-end residential community.
Website: www.masondesigngroup.com
Rob Pope
Rob has been in the HVAC Industry since 1974. He is an executive member of TECA (Thermal Energy Comfort Association) and Sales/Projects Manager at Integrity Mechanical. Starting as a tradesman accumulating several journeyman tickets, he has worked in all aspects of the industry including design, training, sales and management.
Rob has been involved in air-source heat pumps and geothermal since the early 80's and has developed a high level of expertise on leading edge energy efficient HVAC systems.
“Being part of the design team on this LEED project has been a great privilege: and a glimpse into the future of building standards in this country.”
Michael Evison
Michael Evison moved to Canada with his family in 1968. As a FCCA (Fellow, Chartered Association of Certified Accountants in the U.K.) his early career included positions in property development, forestry, as Vice President Westwater Hotels Inc. and President of Calibre Consultants Inc, a diversified company specializing in financing corporations.
He started Calibre Landscaping, an environmentally sensitive garden design and construction company almost 20 years ago. Among many community interests, he served as Chair, West Vancouver Parks and Community Services Commission and was a member of the Standing Committee of Council for Recreation Facilities. In his professional horticultural field he has extensive experience in residential landscape design and construction and he has won a number of B.C. Landscape (BCLNA) Awards of Excellence.
Location:
1411 29th Street
Altamont
West Vancouver
V7V 4M7
Situated in the heart of Altamont on a gorgeous estate property is this beautiful brand new traditional West Coast residence! Offering approximately 6000 sq. ft. of living on 3 levels, this fabulous home has been constructed to achieve the Canada's First LEED Gold Standard House and has a bright open floorplan consisting of spacious formal and informal entertainment areas - all opening out to sunfilled decks and patios surrounding a sparkling salt water pool and hot tub, manicured gardens and BBQ centre.
This stunning home offers 6 large ensuited bedrooms, including a fantastic master and ensuite with a private sundeck patio. Exquisitely appointed, the main floor features a beautiful chef's kitchen with a lovely eating area and adjoining family, sensational living and dining rooms with large picture windows and rich hardwood flooring, private den - all overlooking the spectacular sundrenched backyard! The lower level features a large rec. room, media room and additional guest bedrooms - all spilling out to level terraces of patios, grass and gardens.
Additionally, this property features total privacy, mature vegetation and is 12,000 sq.ft.. Minutes to all amenities, this fabulous home is stunning in design and is simply magnificent!
JASON SOPROVICH, Prudential Sussex Rlty - J. Soprovich
Design plans:
- Site position
- Front elevation
- Lower floor
- Ground floor
- Upper floor and roof
- Interior designs
- Landscape design
- Heat and Ventilation drawings
"Promoting the green design, construction, renovation and operation of buildings could cut North American greenhouse gas emissions that are fueling climate change more deeply, quickly and cheaply than any other available measure".
- From the Commission for Environmental Cooperation, April 2008
Location:
4101 Rose Crescent
Sandy Cove
West Vancouver
V7V 2N6
A BRAND NEW CUSTOM FAMILY RESIDENCE IN SANDY COVE! A casual elegance and spectacular design awaits you! Beautifully appointed with the finest quality and built to achieve LEED Green Platinum ( highest available) Certification. A gorgeous foyer entry, spectacular entertainment areas and a spacious, open floor plan enhance the sophisticated charm and warm ambience. Situated on a lush 15,000 sq. ft. of south facing property in sought-after Sandy Cove, this magnificent LEED home showcases over 5,200 sq. ft. on 3 levels of living and features many exciting attributes including 5 spacious bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, a breathtaking master with spa-like ensuite, gourmet kitchen with fantastic island, breakfast bar, an adjoining eating area and large family room with roaring fireplace.
Additionally, this home features a wonderful living and dining room for entertaining, rich hardwood flooring, private den, state of the art media/theatre room, wine cellar, rec. room with wet bar, oversized double garage, and home entertainment centers. All rooms open out through 'French' doors to lush, manicured landscaping, private sun drenched patios and a surrounding entertainment paradise including an outdoor barbeque centre, bubbling hot tub and sparkling salt water pool. This fabulous custom home captures sparkling sea views of Vancouver's Inner Harbour, and walking distance to Sandy Cove beach. This sensational residence offers meticulous craftsmanship, impeccable quality, a practical layout and modern amenities making this the perfect family residence!
JASON SOPROVICH, Prudential Sussex Rlty
Design plans:
- Site position
- Front elevation
- Lower floor
- Ground floor
- Middle floor
- Upper floor
- Interior designs
- Kitchen 1
- Kitchen 2
- Main Family Room
- Powder/Mud Room
- Landscape design
- Heat and Ventilation drawings
Why Choose a LEED Home?
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) green building rating system is a third party certification program and a nationally accepted benchmark of design, construction and operation of high performance green buildings. LEED provides building owners and operators with the tools they need to have an immediate and measurable impact on their buildings performance.
Last year the Northwest Multiple Listing Service(NWMLS) tracked the sale of environmentally certified homes and found that green homes certified by a third party sold for 10.55% premium on a square foot basis. These homes have increased benefits such as reduced exposure to mold, mildew and other indoor toxins. You can explore case studies on a variety of LEED-certified homes at www.thegreenhomeguide.org
LEED certification provides independent, third party verification that a building project is environmentally responsible, profitable and a healthy place to live and work. LEED for homes system covers the following areas:
- Innovation and design process (ID)
- Location and linkages (LL)
- Sustainable sites (SS)
- Water efficiency (WE)
- Energy and atmosphere (EA)
- Materials and resources (MR)
- Indoor environmental quality (EQ)
- Awareness and education (AE)
Points are awarded in a LEED for homes ratings system for building a home with a high performance external envelope, high efficiency heating system and water fixtures, energy efficient lighting, drought tolerant landscaping, and outstanding indoor air quality.
Click here to visit the Canada Green Building Council LEED for home section.
All Leading Homes will be LEED certified. They will be an R2000 home with energy star rated appliances, drought tolerant garden, maximum use of sustainable materials, and a organic garden patch. All homes will be unique in design and form but built to the exacting standards that will "future proof" your home.
Here is a link to the LEED points section for 1411 29th Street and a draft LEED point calculation for Rose Crescent:
1411 29th Street LEED Points Section
Rose Cresent Checklist
Multivista - www.multivista.com
This is a website that (using a username of "baston" and password of "building"), you will be able to see, on a monthly basis, full construction photos of the site and how it is progressing.
Jason Soprovich - www.soprovich.com
Jason is one of the lower mainland's most recognizable and knowledgeable realtors. His knowledge of high performance homes is second to none.
Canada Green Building Council - www.cagbc.org
West Vancouver Municipality - www.westvancouver.net
Energy Star Products - www.energystar.gov
Energy Star Rating - This is an international program promoted in Canada by Natural Resources Canada. It is designed for consumers to understand what is "best in class" for Energy Star appliances.
Energuide Rating Service - http://www.oee.nrcan.gc.ca/residential/personal/new-homes/upgrade-packages/energuide-service.cfm?attr=4
Shifting into the Mainstream - www.shiftingintothemainstream.ca
Canadian Immigration Issues - www.executive-visa.com
What is an R2000 home - http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/residential/personal/new-homes/r-2000/About-r-2000.cfm
Brochures
- March 26, 2009 (PDF) West Vancouver LEED Home 16 Page Brochure
Articles
- June 02, 2009 (PDF) North Shore Outlook - Living Spaces Go Green
- April 28, 2009 (PDF) Letter from West Vancouver Mayor
- April 18, 2009 (PDF) Vancouver Sun Interview
- April 01, 2009 (PDF) March North Shore News Article
- Letter from West Vancouver MP
- Buildex 09 (Power Point Presentation) .ppt
- Vancouver Sun
Videos & Podcasts
- Nov 02, 2009 Simon Says - Vancouver Eco Home (rough)
- April 28, 2009 Good Life Networks Podcast Interview
- March 30, 2009 Vancouver's First LEED Gold Star home on Global BC
- Jan 21, 2009 Part 1 of 2 - Simon Baston interview on Studio4
- Jan 21, 2009 Part 2 of 2 - Simon Baston interview on Studio4
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"In the end, our society will be defined not only by what we create,
but by what we refuse to destroy"
- John Sawville, former president of Nature Conservancy