What is a LEED certified home and why should you care?
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is a designation from the U.S. Green Building Council to promote and encourage home builders and owners to be environmentally responsible and efficient with their home. But what does that really mean? Well it means this is an uber energy-efficient home filled with sustainable materials from nearby areas that not only are eco-friendly, they’re really cool as well.
Welcome to the midcentury modern, single-story, two-bedroom, 1,500-square-foot townhome at 4500 Westridge Avenue No. 20. The townhome is part of a 28-unit complex designed by Fort Worth architect John Wesley Jones in the early 1960s.
Now That’s What I Call Demo Day
When the current owners of the townhome initially purchased the property, it was in shambles. Paint covered the stacked stone walls, smokers obviously had lived their previously, and the floor plan was choppy, which caused the home to be very dark.
With the help of friends, the new owners had a “Demo Party” with hammers, sand blasters, ladders, and adult libations to start the renovation project.
Now the contemporary home is spacious, with plenty of natural light pouring in from all directions. The townhome backs to the No. 8 hole of the Ridgela Country Club Golf Course and is surrounded and hidden by tall plants, shrubbery and an entry courtyard.
LEED Platinum Status
Initially the goal was to update and make the townhome more eco-friendly. The goal of LEED Silver was set. As the project continued, more and more LEED points were assigned, and when the project was completed, the home was deemed LEED Platinum — the highest rating possible.
Average energy bills are less than $70 per month. LED lighting rated for over 50,000 hours are used. Wall paints, wood surfaces, and counter tops are all eco-friendly from nearby vendors. The only material that was not considered LEED-friendly is the Vermont unfading green slate floors … but you’ll forgive them once you see the stunning floors!
Naturally, 4500 Westridge Avenue No. 20 makes the most of all areas. Closets and cabinets are all custom designed and fabricated. Sliding doors are used to reduce wasted space. Shelves are uniquely situated to maximize all of this 1,500-square-foot abode.
This one-of-a-kind townhome is listed by Debbie Petty of Williams Trew Real Estate. It is listed for sale at $425,000. Please contact Debbie for a private tour — you won’t regret it!
Well that’s all from Tarrant County this week Dirty Readers. Thanks for reading and following and sharing! As always, if you have questions, comments or great ideas for a blog…hit me up!
Seth Fowler is a licensed Real Estate Sales Professional for Williams Trew Real Estate in Fort Worth, TX. Statements and opinions are his and his alone. Seth has been involved with the home sales and real estate industry in the Fort Worth area since 2004. He and his family have lived in the area for over 15 years. Seth also loves bowties! You can reach Seth at: 817.980.6636 or [email protected]
