Eco-friendly and stylish

The kitchen features an induction range, with warming shelf, two ovens and substantial bar seating. The island is four feet from the main counter to allow for multiple cooks in the space. Countertops are white Cambria quartz, and cabinetry is faced with Italian Arpa laminate.

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  The en-suite master bathroom includes a radiant-heated floor, dual vanities, a large soaking tub and a steam shower with a frameless glass door. The large porcelain wall tile is accented by glass tile in white and grey tones. Dimmable, hidden LED lighting is located above the tub, under the floating vanity and in a recessed cove in the steam shower. Motion sensors provide on-demand hot water in all the bathrooms.
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  The large foyer has two closets and a built-in sitting bench. Sconces provide lighting for the stairwell and hidden fluorescent lights uplight the entry while a large Solatube skylight provides additional daylight. The living spaces feature Almada cork floors and an acoustical and thermal insulator.
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  Boulder’s newest net-zero home is pending LEED platinum certification and located in Old North Boulder within walking distance of Hawthorne Community Gardens, North Boulder Rec Center and Ideal Market. It’s powered by an 8.25-kilowatt solar photovoltaic system, has a geothermal system for heating and cooling and a separate air-exchange system providing fresh, filtered air year round.
  (Photo courtesy Boulder ZED, Green Builder)

LOCATION: 3020 17th St., Boulder

PRICE: $1.125 million, under contract

SIZE: 2,504 square feet; 4 bedrooms, 2 3/4 bathrooms

COOL FEATURES: Green-built new construction. LEED Platinum registered and Energy Star version 3 certified. Geothermal heat and cooling with Bosch heat pump, electric radiant heated floor in master bath, superior indoor air quality. All-electric home with installed solar photovoltaic array for near net-zero energy usage. Abundant natural light.

ARCHITECT: Fuentes Design

DESIGNER/BUILDER: Brian Hludzinski, Boulder ZED, Green Builder

YEAR BUILT: 2012

PROJECT OVERVIEW: This near net-zero, eco-friendly home has a great North Boulder location with stunning views from the master suite and deck. It features an open, functional floorplan and terrific outdoor spaces. Its energy-saving systems create a home that is stylish, comfortable and efficient.