Indeed, a bathroom in the basement features tiles that were left over from an office tower built 12 years ago. The pool came about when I installed a few pools for a client, and he made an offer I couldn't refuse. I put in an energy-efficient boiler that heats the pool as well as all of our domestic hot water, and a hydronic radiant heating system where hot water runs through a series of coils beneath the first and second floors. Hall installed the boiler in the home's basement to protect the system from the elements. Wiring for high-speed Internet access, computer networking, sound system, custom security system and a phone intercom tied to the door bell.
Metal framing for the walls and floors provide stability and limits the destruction of trees.
Because rain water runs off the eaves, it limits roof damage, especially in cold weather. A drain in the patio collects water from the rear of the home. Recycled limestone accents green-tinted windows, which were left over from a construction site. The brick home also cuts down on painting. While Hall is saving thousands of dollars on labor, he has had to sacrifice time with his family and social life considerably.