What's Included

The following is a typical list of materials and services included with our Design-Build Cottage Packages.  Some appliances, mechanical and electrical fixtures may vary by unit.  Refer to the specific model for an exact list of applicable standards.

 

DESIGN & PROJECT MANAGEMENT

• Architectural & Engineering Plans
• Site Plan Customized to each Site
• Energy Analysis for each Climate & Geometric Orientation
• Earthquake Calculations Customized to a Specific Address
• Permitting, Zoning & Building Department Permit Processing
• Sub-Contract Coordination & Payment Administration
• Project Layout and Field Coordination
• Inspections, Insurances and  Legal Notices

 SITE WORK

• Excavation and Grading
• Underground Installation of Water, Sewer, Gas, Electrical, Phone and Cable
• Construction Layout of Utilities and Building
• Disposal of Construction and Green Waste
• Restoration of Lawn and Disturbed Areas

FOUNDATIONS

• Excavation and Backfill of Footings
• Construction of Reinforced Concrete Footings and Slab
• Placement of Seismic Tie-downs

STRUCTURAL

• Structural Wood Framing System with Dry, #2 or Better Graded Lumber
• Structural Connectors to Support Gravity, Wind and Seismic loads per the 2016 California Building Code
• Lofted 12 Foot High Cathedral Ceilings
• 2” x 10” @ 24” oc Roof Framing
• 2” x 4” @ 16” oc Wall Framing

ENERGY MANAGEMENT

• Certified Energy Analysis showing your Cottage exceeds the requirements of the 2016 California Energy Code including:
• R- 15 Hi-Density Batt Insulation in the Exterior walls
• Continuous R-6 Foam Insulation wrapping the entire external wall envelope
• R- 30 Hi-Density Batt Insulation throughout the Roof
• Reflective Solar Roof Energy Barrier
• “Cool Roof” Energy-Reflecting Shingles
• Exterior Wall Water/Air Infiltration Barrier
• Double Glazed Insulated Windows and Doors
• Tyvek “Flex and Straight Flash” around all Window and Door Openings
• High Efficiency Heating-Cooling including a 3 Zone Mini-Split Heat Pump System with SEER in excess of 20
• Highly Efficient Gas Tankless On-Demand Water Heater
• Energy Saving Panasonic “Whisper Quiet” Energy Recovery Whole House Exhaust Fan

WINDOWS & DOORS

• Windows – Milgard Tuscany, Energy Star, Argon Filled, Double Pane Insulated, Single Hung Vinyl
• Exterior Swing Doors – Therma-Tru Paneled, Insulated Fiberglass, Energy Star Rated
• Sliding Glass Windows - Milgard Tuscany, Energy Star, Argon Filled, Double Pane Insulated
• Interior Doors – 6 Panel, Hollow Core Molded (Optional Solid Core Wood)

FINISHES

• Exterior Siding – Louisiana Pacific “Smart Side Lapped Siding” with 50 year finish guarantee from the manufacturer
• Exterior Trim – Louisiana Pacific “Smart Side Trim” with 50 year finish guarantee from the manufacturer
• Interior Trim – Base Molding, Window Door casing, Cornice moldings from solid wood and MDF wood fiber products as noted in the drawings
• Ceiling Finish – Beaded Wood Ceiling Framed with “#1 Grade or Better” Decorative Wood Beams
• Walls – ½” Painted Gypsum Board
• Paint Finishes - 1 coat Premium Primer and 2 coats Premium Finish Paint on all paintable surfaces
• Living & Bedroom Floor Finish – Engineered Hardwood Flooring with solid Oak, Maple or Hickory finish
• Bathroom Finishes – Ceramic Tile Floors and Shower surround to 6’-6” in height
• Countertops – Granite or Marble 12” x 12” Tiles with hardwood edging to match cabinets

CABINETS

• Hallmark Arctic White, (Optional Stained Wood Available)
• Wall and Base Cabinets as shown in the drawings including:
• Corner Base Cabinet with “Lazy Susan” Accessible Storage
• Matching Crown Molding Throughout
• Matching Hardwood edge Molding
• Factory Assembled, Prefinished, Framed Construction
• Cabinet Box Material - Plywood
• Door Material MDF/Thermofoil (Wood Option Available)
• “Soft Close” Drawers and Doors
• Adjustable Shelving

 BATHS & CLOSETS

• Full Width Glass Enclosed Shower Door
• Stainless Towel Bar
• Bathroom Mirror
• Stainless Toilet Paper Holder
• Closet Shelving and Support Brackets

APPLIANCES

• Refrigerator - 10 cf, 24” wide, Freezer-Over-Refrigerator
• Gas Range -  4 Burner with Oven, 24” wide
• Micro-Range Vent – Micro Wave Oven with 30” Stainless Steel, Convertible Vent  for interior re-circulation or direct exhaust
• Dishwasher – Full function GE Under-sink Stainless
• Tankless, On-Demand Gas Hot Water Heater

PLUMBING

• Water Conserving, Two Piece, Lo-Flow Toilet
• Custom 30” x 60” Glass Enclosed Shower with Temperature Controlled Valve and Lo-Flow Shower Head
• Ceramic Bathroom Lavatory with Stainless Low Flow Faucet
• Double Bowl Kitchen Sink with Low Flow One Piece Kitchen Faucet with Pull-out Handle
• Laundry - Water, Sewer and Electrical Rough-in, Appliance Ready, with Washer Dryer Connection Box (Optional)

ELECTRIC & LIGHTING

• Lighting Fixtures to Include:
• Ceiling Fans with Integral Hi-Efficiency Lighting
• Decorative Energy Star Wall Sconces
• Under-cabinet, Energy Star, Fluorescent Lights
• Three Lamp, Energy Star, Vanity Light
• Energy Star Ceiling Mount Fixture in Bath
• Energy Star, Exterior Wall Sconce
• Energy Star Fluorescent Closet Light
• Bathroom Occupancy Sensor Switch
• Modern Decora Receptacles and Switch Plates
• Hardwired Smoke and CO Detectors
• Phone, Data and TV Outlets