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Island-based Clark Construction, features are up to 80 percent more efficient than rhythm, decrease stress and anxiety, and
a Nudura insulated concrete form (ICF) standard lighting, have a far longer lifespan increase productivity and natural sleep
wall system for heavy insulation, reduced and contain no toxic chemicals. In addition, patterns.
outside noise, minimal mold potential and Ductless heat pumps in each home — in
better air quality. Meanwhile, the forms are FROM THE JUDGES: this case, courtesy of Mitsubishi — provide
made from recycled products and reduce heavily filtered heat and air conditioning,
the amount of waste generated during the “Its scale is relatable; its approach for cleaner indoor air that’s free of dust
building process. and pollen. Heat pumps also reduce energy
Flooring consists of sustainably harvested to creating a sense of affordable and use by up to 60 percent versus traditional
wood, thick wool carpet and marmoleum electrical heating options.
designed to create a healthy indoor sustainable community is And, there is also simple geography: The
environment. Kitchen countertops are made commendable!” Walk is a mere 10 miles from downtown
of long-lasting, easy-to-clean quartz, which Seattle, meaning people will spend
will reduce resource consumption and waste. according to the National Institute for minimal time on the road — a step toward
Appliances throughout the home are Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), fighting air pollution and reducing fossil
ENERGY STAR rated. Lights are LED, which LEDs can help align a person’s circadian fuel use. GB

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1. OUTER ARMOR. Galvanized steel siding 3. STRONG ENOUGH. Pella’s five-layer 4. IN THE LIGHT. Progress Lighting’s exterior
offers exterior durability and eliminates a Impervia fiberglass wndows can withstand lighting, available as LED, is attractive and
need to replace the outside every few years. extreme temperatures -- minus 40 degrees energy saving.
to 180 degrees Fahrenheit -- thanks largely
2. SUN SERVERS. The 500-plus solar panels
installed on roofs, awnings and outside to a coating that carries a top of the line
walls generate more than enough energy to 624 AAMA window standards rating.
power The Walk community.

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