Mid January 2010

By mid January, the exterior of the Project Noe house is nearly complete. The cedar shingles were carried down to the street level, the trim around the garage will be painted black. Along the stairs that lead up to the front door, step lights with copper covers illuminate the Brazilian black slate. The walk ways, backyard, and master deck all have this black slate, adding a consistent look to the home that contrasts well with the cedar shingles. The stacked slate in the backyard was also installed to add some texture to the retaining wall.

Changes to the interior include the installation of the radiant heating system, which is powered by a |Munchkin| instant hot water system and anchored with an 80 gallon reserve tank. To the right of the plumbing system located in the garage is the server for the |Crestron| system. Crestron is recognized as the most robust and sophisticated home automation system available on the market. This system has the ability to integrate and control any home automation remotely via touch screen panels throughout the house. From adjusting the interior lighting to choosing the music playing in every room, the Crestron system is highly customizable and is the standard for home automation systems in high-end homes.