- extensive built-in cabinetry throughout, including A/V center in Family Room, desk and floor-to-ceiling shelves in downstairs office
- large two-cook kitchen with two cook tops, two sinks with disposals and raised dishwasher cabinet (electric range, gas 2nd cooktop)
- all-cedar sunroom with thermal-mass floor
- 48"solid acrylic showers with seats in both baths, garden tub in master bath
- natural gas appliances: water heater, Jennair cook top, gas connections for clothes drier and outdoor grill
- pre-wired for cable, Ethernet, audio-video, security and automation
- high-quality surround-sound speakers in Family Room ceiling
- multi-station door intercom (works with any multi-line telephone)
- high-speed cable internet
- energy efficient woodstove with outside combustion air vent
- Beam central vacuum system
- optional conversions: elevator or 3rd full bath
- access to large attic storage area via permanent stairs
- large garage with extended bay for accommodate lawn equipment or small 3rd vehicle; separate workshop at rear of garage
- low-maintenance IPE (Pau Lope) hardwood deck
- construction specifications developed with the help of my good buddy Tim Carter, producer of the syndicated newspaper column Ask the Builder
- low-maintenance hard-coat stucco and exterior trim; wall system designed in consultation with internationally recognized building scientist Joe Lstiburek
- Doug McSpadden, winner of six awards at 2006 Charlotte Home-Arama, served as construction consultant throughout project
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