Upon completion in spring quarter, the home is sold at fair market value. Profits are distributed in the form of student scholarships. Fall quarter is spent studying the house prints and estimating the materials that will be required to frame the building and have it under roof by the end of the fall quarter. Students are involved in all aspects of framing including some complicated roof truss systems. Emphasis is placed on energy-efficient construction throughout the project.
Winter quarter covers exterior door and window installation, siding, and soffit trimwork.
Interior work exposes students to subcontractor scheduling and working side by side with electrical, plumbing, and numerous other tradespeople. Students are responsible for insulating the house to meet or exceed Washington State Energy Codes. This includes drywall installation and the air-tightness of the structure. Spring quarter is reserved for the finishwork. All cabinetry, including the kitchen, bathroom vanities, and items such as linen closets are designed and constructed by the class.