Bob Ward Companies: Bel Air, MD

October, 2007: Mega Fun at the M.E.G Home

The October 27th event featured workshops, home tours, demonstrations and learning opportunities for builders of all ages! This family-friendly event focused on demonstrating how you can bring green building, solar systems, and energy efficiency into your home and projects, and not break the budget. The Maximum Efficiency Greenland (M.E.G.) is a model home that demonstrates high-performance features in action. Expert were on hand to talk about home design, and energy-saving, green technologies such as photovoltaic panels, tankless water heaters, and compact flourescent lighting.

NAHB Research Center staff member Amber Wood teaches the next generation how to build and live green.

M.E.G. Open House participants learn about green flooring, kitchen, and lighting options.

June, 2007: "Eco-Friendly Lifestyle" Tours

Experts were on hand on Saturday, June 9, 2007 to discussion the features of the "Maximum Efficiency Greenland" home. The tours also featured environmentally-friendly product demonstrations and information.

November, 2006: Completed home

Completed home

Data taken from various elements of the home will be monitored to determine energy usage and savings

January, 2006: Framing begins

Turned-stud corners

Ladder-blocking for nailers utilized materials that may otherwise be wasted

January, 2006: Precast concrete foundation panels installed

The first precast concrete foundation wall is put into place

A second wall is lined up for installation

January, 2006: Precast concrete foundation panels installed, continued

Workers place additional wall segments

Foundation walls are nearly complete

October, 2007: Family Fun & Education Event