What makes your home a Green or Healthy Home?
This healthy, non-toxic home was built with indoor air and water quality in mind: Zero-VOC finishes (AFM Safecoat paints and sealants, and Vermont Natural Coatings for the floors), Venmar ERV System with MERV 13 filters, nearly 100% PVC-free plumbing, natural fiber denim insulation, formaldehyde-free and PVC-free building materials, and whole house and kitchen water filtration systems.Property Description
One of the few LEED PLATINUM homes in the region and winner of the Connecticut Green Building Council's 2012 Residential Green Building Award. This green Colonial is located within a block of the train, shopping, restaurants, and across from the popular Tilley Pond Park. Fully renovated and expanded in 2011 with energy efficiency in mind, this home achieved a HERS rating of 37/100 and features solar panels (PV and thermal), state-of-the-art mechanicals, natural fiber insulation, and triple pane windows. Zero-VOC finishes, air and water filtration systems, and formaldehyde-free and PVC-free building materials ensure healthy indoor air and water quality. This home also features luxurious finishes, such as a Lacanche French range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Wolf warming drawer, Meile dishwasher, Waterworks bathrooms, custom millwork, and professionally designed organic gardens. Featured in the April/May 2013 issue of Connecticut Magazine. A rare opportunity to own a custom-built LEED PLATINUM home.
Neighborhood Description
This home has an extremely desirable and sought-after in-town location. Located a block away from the Darien Train Station, this home offers an easy commute to New York City and towns in Connecticut and New York serviced by Metro North. It is located directly across the street from Darien's popular Tilley Pond Park and within a short walk to restaurants, Whole Foods, the Darien Farmer's Market, coffee shops, the town movie theater, and much more.Market Area
Darien is an affluent New York City suburb located along the Long Island Sound.School District
Excellent, award winning public school system. Darien High School was ranked 4th in the state in the 2013 US News and World Reports rankings.Community
Beachfront community with less than an hour commute to New York City. Two public beaches (one with a newly built playground and tennis courts), severLocation of Home or Land
Suburban
Air Quality
| Agriculture in Area | no |
| Industry in Area | no |
| Air Pollution in Area | no |
| Pesticide Free | yes |
| Fragrance Free | yes |
| Cleaned with Green Products | yes |
Interior Environment
| Heating System | Fireplace |
| Cooling System | High Efficiency Heat Pump |
| Ventilation System | Heat Exchanger |
| Whole House Filtration | HEPA filtration |
| Whole House Vacuum | yes |
Energy & Water
| Energy System | Photovoltaic (PV) |
| Water System | Municipal |
| Wastewater System | Municipal |
Construction Information
| Exterior Finish | Other |
| Interior Finish | Gypsum Board - Sheet Rock |
| Interior Paint | No VOC |
| Floor Material | Wood - Solid |
| Roof Material | Asphalt Composition Shingle |
| Window Material | Wood Dual Glazed |
| Insulation Material | Other |
Garage / Car Port
| Garage / Carport | no |
| Garage Type | attached |
| Number of Cars | 1 |
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