The Cottages Features...
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Energy Features
Structural Integrity
Interior Features
Kitchen Features
Bathroom Features
Comfort Features
Design Features
Exterior Features
For the Energy Features of the Cottages, click here.
Energy Features:
- 2-stage programmable theromstat

- Energy efficient seal package
- Smart-framing techniques used
- R-38 attic insulation
- R-15 blown in fiberglass insulation in exterior walls
- Foam sealant around all mechanical exterior penetrations
- Passive radon mitigation ventilation system
- No maintenance exterior
- Raised heel on roof trusses to allow for additional attic insulation
- Low-E, double paned insulated glass windows
- Energy efficient egress basement windows per plan
- Full seamless gutters and downspouts with 5' tip outs
- All ductwork joints sealed, full pan return air vents
- Landscaping includes native, low water-use/drought tolerant plants
Structural Integrity :
- Engineered floor joists and steel beams
- Perimeter drain system

- 9' engineered foundations for the specific site conditions - a licensed engineer reviews soils report, foundation plans and performs open hole inspection
Interior Features:
- Hardwood, tile, vinyl and carpet flooring per plan
- 3 paint colors in main areas of home (trim, walls, ceilings) 2 colors in other areas (trim, walls and ceilings the same)
- Plant shelves and art niche areas per plan
- 2-panel arch top interior doors - painted
- Painted oversized baseboard trim
- Painted interior door trim
- Drywall wrapped windows with painted window sill
- Satin nickel hardware
Kitchen Features:
- Dishwasher, range, and refriderator included

- Granite kitchen countertops
- Stainless steel under mounted kitchen sink
- 36" and/or 42" high raised panel alder or oak cabinets with crown molding
- Single handle chorme high rise kitchen faucet with sprayer
- Full ceramic tile backsplash
- Pull-out trash/recycle bins
Bathroom Features:
- One row ceramic tile in bathrooms
- China lavatories
- Chrome faucets in vanity, shower and tub areas
- Satin nickel towel and toilet paper holders
- Elongated toilets in all baths (ADA height)
- Soaker tub in master bath with tile deck
- Full width plate glass mirrors in all bathrooms
- Formica countertops with hardwood edge
- Tile flooring in master bath and guest bath
- 36" high vanities in all baths
- Future basement rough-in plumbing per plan
Comfort Features :
- 40 gallon water heater
- 80% efficient, 2-stage, variable speed forced air furnace
- 13 Seer A/C cooling system
- Humidifier
- Dryer pan
- Smoke detectors in all bedrooms and on each level per code
- Garage door opener with keypad
- CAT5 wiring
- 5 telephone jacks
- 4 cable outlets
- Satellite TV pre-wire
- 2 ceiling fan pre-wire
Design Features:
- 9' high ceilings in main level
- 9' basement walls
- Raised ceilings per plan
- Wide staircases and hallways
- Square drywall corners
- Drywall knockdown finish on walls
- 36" interior doors per plan
- Beveled hardwood edge on all non-ceramic countertops
- Hardwood flooring in kitchen, dining and great room
Exterior Features:
- Stucco with stone accents
- Vinyl soffit, fascia and door jambs
- Hardboard ceiling on covered patios
- 8' high steel insulated overhead garage door with opener
- Large concrete patios
- 36" entry door
- 30 year dimensional asphalt roof shingles
- Roof vents painted to match roof
- Full landscaping
