King and Snohomish Counties currently have some of the toughest energy, air quality, stormwater management, and water efficiency standards in the nation. Element’s Built Green™ townhomes go above and beyond these standards to give you added value and peace of mind.

Cleaner Indoor Air
Low-VOC and low-toxic interior paints and finishes that are used within a home can reduce toxins and improve air quality. Cleaner indoor air is especially helpful for people sensitive to allergens.

Element homes feature:
• Low VOC, low toxic paints, grouts, mortars, and caulks help to provide clean healthy air
• Low pile recycled carpet which traps fewer allergens and is easy to clean

Cleaner Water
Built Green communities can help protect local waterways and salmon habitats through water conservation and the prevention of sediment run-off.

Element homes feature:

• Landscaping designed to limit turf grass and utilize native drought resistant plants
• A commitment to meet the Washington state water use efficiency standards and the stormwater/site standards
• At Element we take extra on-site precautions to eliminate sediment runoff and prevent construction run off from leaving the site

Money in the Bank
Built Green homes typically cost less to operate each month due to more efficient energy use.

Element homes feature:
• Combined hydronic hot water/heating systems for increased energy efficiency
• Full height windows combined with light colored interior features to increase natural lighting
• Oversized windows for passive cooling and ventilation, eliminating the need for air conditioning
• Insulated walls and windows that exceed thermal requirements, to reduce heating usage
• Windows and doors that are independently tested to ensure there are no air or water leaks
• Building materials with longer life cycles to reduce the need for replacement

Reduce the CO2 Footprint
By including pedestrian access and access to mass transit, communities can encourage the decreased use of automobiles, thereby helping to reduce our foreign oil consumption and carbon emissions.

Element homes feature:
• An urban location with transit access to downtown Redmond, Kirkland, and nearby businesses to help lower the CO2 footprint for cleaner outdoor air
• Common areas such as climbing rock and outdoor area with wireless internet promote community and reduce the need to drive

For more information on BuiltGreen practices please visit www.builtgreen.net.