Set on a busy residential route, this duplex greets the street with a lushly landscaped courtyard accented by flower-covered trellises. Wood, flowers, and colorful masonry bring a warm, human touch to the crisp, modern design. Natural light flows throughout the spaces, allowing residents to live comfortably without artificial lighting, and in turn reducing the need for electricity from the grid. Solar panels on the roof additionally provide energy to our radiant floor heating. We are targeting at least a LEED Gold rating.