The Milles-Isles residence
This waterfront residence is built on the shores of lac paul. It is leed gold and novoclimat certified. This home is designed to meet the needs of a soon-to-be-retired couple: terrace, large open area with view, bedroom and full bathroom on the first floor and two additional guest bedrooms on the garden level. It features 3380 sq.Ft. On two floors, including the double garage. The house’s due south orientation, combined with a good building envelope and high-efficiency heat pump heating, contribute to its excellent energy performance.
Energy Star-certified windows
The windows in Milles-Isles are of the hybrid type: charcoal-colored aluminum on the outside and white PVC on the inside. They are double-glazed, with low-e film and argon gas. The doors are steel, with the same type of glazing. All windows and doors are Energy Star certified, contributing to the home’s excellent energy performance. The insulated steel garage doors were ordered in a color to match the doors and windows.
Many of our family homes incorporate hybrid windows and doors of this type, as they also offer an excellent balance between quality, price, performance and aesthetics.
Exterior wood and stone cladding
Résidence Milles-Isles’ exterior siding is made of factory-stained 6-inch spruce clapboard. A play of two related colors for the moldings and siding lends refinement to the property. Accents of stone and solid wood complete the ensemble and mark the style « chalet » in the woods.
Heating and air conditioning
A 3-tonne heat pump provides cost-effective heating and cooling. A central forced-air distribution system ensures temperature uniformity in all rooms. A humidifier and HEPA air filter add to occupant comfort. An EPA-certified wood-burning fireplace is used as a complement, providing comfortable, comforting radiant heat. The house received an Energuide rating of 84, demonstrating an energy performance well beyond that of conventional homes.
Integrated home automation
The Milles-Isles residence is in line with the latest trends in home automation. Using the Home Kit platform developed by Apple, it’s easy to remotely control the home’s lighting, temperature management and door locks.
A sustainable, eco-friendly home
Résidence Milles-Isles is LEED Gold certified. To achieve this, measures have been implemented in all LEED system categories: sustainability, energy performance, local sourcing of materials, materials with recycled content or FSC-certified, plumbing fixtures that reduce water consumption, healthy materials and superior air quality, etc.
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