The Ronn Residence, LEED GOLD

Wow! When the opportunity to be part of the LEED for homes pilot program arose, we were excited. Being part of the pilot was a bit of a time investment and the learning curve was steep, but it was definitely worth the effort. The project continues to be a showcase project for LEED and the USGBC in the Gulf Coast area.

What did we learn? A lot: It takes planning and patience to put a LEED home together. The more you understand about the process and what to expect, the easier it is. In the end, the LEED process guided our decisions, and contributed significantly to the quality of the project.

When you look at the style of this home - you might wonder about the inspiration behind it. The Ronn Family requested a “Texas, Deco, Industrial” style home. Through several meetings, and design options we developed a unique home that perfectly suits their taste and lifestyle. The project includes a professional recording studio for David’s rock band. And there’s a slide in the center of the home.

“Kathleen's special talent is listening to our goals, ideas and vision for the project and synthesizing them into physical form. She was able to bring to reality the picture I had in my head while at the same time providing invaluable advice regarding the technical and energy efficient aspects of the project.”
– David Ronn

One last note - this project is constructed out of ICF, Insulated Concrete Forms. Hollow foam building blocks are stacked and filled with concrete. You can see the installation taking place in one of the photos. The resulting structure is extremely durable, energy efficient and sound proof. Designing with alternate building systems is something we enjoy. If you’re interested in exploring options for your home - please let us know!