Check out the article in The Chapel Hill News, September 27, 2009, on the front page of the Real Estate section. Correspondent, Sally Keeney, has written a wonderful article about Tom Howlett’s new house. Hacienda Under the Oaks: Bold colors say ‘bienvenido’ at builder’s personal residence By Sally Keeney Correspondent If you’ve ever tasted the mango salsa at Flying Burrito in Chapel Hill, then you know th ... Read full post »
Building an energy efficient home with AAC Block
Synergy Building Co. began to clear a house site in December 2008 and poured the footing during Christmas week. This is an 1800 sq.ft. 3-bedroom, 2-bath solar-oriented, energy efficient house built with AAC block (Autoclaved Aerated Concrete). This 8†thick lightweight solid block has a high insulation value and is fireproof and is an affordable alternative to wood framing. In addition to a radiant heat slab-on-grade, the house ... Read full post »