| KZ architecture is at the forefront of sustainable building practices in the State of Florida. Our design team is committed to finding sustainable solutions for many of our projects by following LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) guidelines from the USGBC (United States Green Building Council). These include-- among other strategies and goals-- the optimization of energy consumption, the use of alternative energy sources, the reduction of potable water waste, the improvement of indoor air quality and the utilization of environmentally preferred products.
The Boano Lowenstein Residence is the first house in Dade and Broward Counties to achieve Silver LEED Certification as well as Gold Certification from the FGBC (Florida Green Building Coalition). This home is a pioneer for single family sustainable design and construction in the State of Florida.
The sustainable features of the residence are numerous and include:
30% Increased Energy Optimization
45% Reduction in use of potable water
Rainwater Harvesting with the use of 1500 gallon cistern
Solar Hot Water
Highly Efficient Irrigation
Use of local and environmentally preferred materials.
Use of low VOC paints, finishes, stains and adhesives
Daylight Harvesting with Tubular Sky lighting
The Conservatory Building is currently under construction. It has been registered with the USGBC for Silver LEED Certification.
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