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Getaway Model Passive House Prefab Home From Threshold Builders.

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Threshold Builders Getaway Prefab Home

The Getaway home model by Threshold Builders is a small, single-level, passive house home. The home features abundant natural light and open living spaces. The home offers two bedrooms and a single full bath with an open combined living and dining area. A separate washer/dryer closet and a mechanical closet is included in the standard design.

Threshold Builders Getaway Features

Threshold Builders Getaway passive house rendering showing front exterior of home.
Threshold Builders Getaway passive house rendering of front exterior of home.

Threshold Builders Getaway passive house rendering of rear exterior.
Threshold Builders Getaway passive house rendering of rear exterior.

Threshold Builders Getaway certified passive house elevations
Threshold Builders Getaway passive house elevations.

Threshold Builders Getaway passive house floorplan.
Threshold Builders Getaway passive house floorplan.

Getaway Room Summary (ft.in)

First Floor

Public Living Space

Living / Dining (24.3 x 12)
Kitchen (9.8 x 8.8)

Private Living Space

Bedroom (12.4 x 10.10)
Bedroom (12.4 x 10.10)

Bathrooms

Full Bath (9 x 5.8)

Utility Space

Mechanical (4 x 8)
Laundry (4 x 4)

Outdoor Space

Second Floor

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

Additional Rooms

Build Details

Foundation: EPS foam insulated slab on grade
Roofing: Metal
Framing: Prefab wood panelized wall system
Shealthing: Prefab panelized wall system
Construction Notes:

All homes are built to Passive House certification standards.

Panelized wall and roofing is prefabricated in Threshold Builder's factory in Kingston, NY.

The building envelope is sealed with a solid state air barrier and roof cavities are vented. All doors and windows are ultra-efficient and Passive House compliant.

Insulation R-values variable based on climate zone to comply with Passive House Certification.

Home are built to Certified Passive Home standards

Insulation

Ceiling: (R | Type) R-49 EPS foam - Passive House Certified based on climate zone (up to R-89)
Wall: (R | Type) R-49 EPS foam - Passive House Certified based on climate zone (up to R-89)
Ceiling: (R | Type) R-80 Dense pack cellulose - Passive House Certified based on climate zone (up to R-120)

Finishes

Siding: Pine shiplap
Windows: European triple pane uPVCtilt-turn with multi-point locks
Entry Doors: European ultra-high performance
Sliding / Terrace Doors:
Walls: Gypsum drywall
Floors: Multiple Options
Interior Finish Notes:

Standard interior walls are painted gypsum drywall with pine trim. Multiple options for wood paneling and trim upgrades are available.

Floors are polished concrete on the main level and 1" x 6" pine wood flooring and Marmoleum bathroom flooring on the second level. Multiple flooring and stair tread covering options are available.

Threshold Builders Getaway Package Includes

Appliances

Range: GE 30" electric induction
Cooktop:
Microwave:
Oven:
Kitchen Hood: Braon Evolution series
Refrigerator: GE 36"
Dishwasher: GE
Washer / Dryer: Whirlpool compact front load washer and ductless dryer

Kitchen

Countertops: John Boos butcher block islandtop
Kitchen Cabinets: Ikea Sektion
Kitchen Sink: Kraus Oletto double bowl
Kitchen Faucet:

Bath

Bath Sink: Kohler K-2337
Bath Faucet: Moen Gibson
Toilet: Niagra The Original Stealth model 0.8 gallons per flush
Bath Tub: Delta one-piece acrylic

Mechanicals

Water Heater:
HVAC Heating: Mitsubishi heat pump
HVAC Cooling: Mitsubishi heat pump
Ventilation System: UltimateAir RecuopAerator
Solar Panels:
Alt Energy System: Cadet RMC151W bathroom electric heaters
Green Home Features:

Pasive House Certification
Mitsubishi heat pump
UltimateAir energy recovery ventilation systems

Green Home Features

Green Home Features:

Pasive House Certification
Mitsubishi heat pump
UltimateAir energy recovery ventilation systems

Alt Energy System: Cadet RMC151W bathroom electric heaters
Solar Panels: