First Floor

​The "core" Z-Haus second floor continues to surprise.  Two bedrooms share a full bath while the private master bedroom gets a 4' shower and walk in closet.  The second floor laundry keeps things efficient.  Tile is standard as are red oak treads on the stairs, upgrade the hall and master bedroom from carpet to red oak hardwood floors or go high end on your master bathroom, up to you... simple. 

Third Floor Upgrades: 


  • 3/4" Advantech Floor (Option Code:  T001)
  • 465sf Finished Third Floor, requires S002 or S003 (Option Code:  T002)
  • Whole House Exhaust Fan, requires T001 (Option Code:  T003)​

Thoughtful Design

Front Elevation

​​The "core" Z-Haus first floor includes everything you want standard. Entry with room for a bench and hall closet, private study, gas fireplace, island ready kitchen, pantry, mud room and powder room, red oak hardwood and tile make your new home beautiful and functional.  Simple is our mantra so we only offer a few kitchen upgrades, a bathroom upgrade and study hardwood floor.   

​The "core" Z-Haus includes a full attic accessed from pull down stairs, with the floor upgrade it is fantastic for that extra storage space and easy to access with the third floor stair upgrade. 

Rear Elevation

It is likely we have a Z-Haus ready to move into or one under construction already.  Many of our clients move in less than four months after their one stop closing that we already have set up for you!  Our simplified single closing home financing package has the lowest down payment (5%) and al la carte upgrade pricing so you know what it costs up front, no surprises... simple.  

First Floor Upgrades: 


  • Kitchen Dual Wall Ovens (Option Code:  F001)
  • Kitchen Island (Option Code:  F002)
  • Kitchen Knee Wall (Option Code:  F003)
  • Bathroom Upgrade (Option Code:  F004)
  • Study Red Oak Hardwood Floor (Option Code:  F005)

​The "core" Z-Haus looks good from every angle and includes a convenient deck for the outdoor chef in all of us.  

Live Your Way

Hardwood Floors

Tile & Granite

Porch & Deck

​​​The "core" Z-Haus front elevation is shown below, thoughtful trim details highlight your choice of house color or if we have already built it, our choice!  Classic columns and trim make this a neighborhood stand out and when people ask you what ​your annual heating bill is you will be the envy of your neighborhood.  Our pledge to a green footprint is built into every Z-Haus... simple. 

Second Floor Upgrades: 


  • 175sf Finished Room Above Garage (Option Code:  S001)
  • Stairs to Third Floor (Option Code:  S002)
  • Hall Red Oak Hardwood Floor and Stair Railing (Option Code:  S003)
  • Red Oak Stairs and Railing to Third Floor, requires S003 (Option Code:  S004)
  • Master Bedroom Red Oak Hardwood Floor (Option Code:  S005)
  • Two Bedrooms Red Oak Hardwood Floor (Option Code: S006)
  • Full Bath Upgrade (Option Code:  S007)
  • Master Bath Upgrade (Option Code:  S008)
  • Master Closet Upgrade (Option Code: S009)
  • Bedroom LCD TV Wall Preparation (Option Code:  S010)

Rear Elevation & Back Yard Upgrades: 


  • Larger 12'x14' Deck (Option Code:  R001)
  • 14'x14' Stone Patio & Fire Pit (Option Code:  R002)
  • Lawn Irrigation System (Option Code:  R003)
  • Landscaped Yard, requires R003 (Option Code:  R004)

Ready To Move In

Thoughtful Design means every Z-Haus is situated on its lot with a reverence to the sun, wind and orientation.  It also means that  "upgrades" like hardwood floors, tile, granite are standard, we know what you want so why create an artificially low price... simple.


When it comes to energy efficiency the Z-Haus stands among the few homes that can achieve a HERS rating below 30 (code is 100). Sealed plates, energy efficient framing, insulated headers, blown in wet cellulose are never seen but are felt every day of a New England winter.  Available Zip Wall R-Sheathing continuous insulation, triple pane windows, even Solar PV and Solar Thermal means your Z-Haus can be a near zero energy home... simple. 

Basement

Third Floor

Exterior Upgrades:  Each Z-Haus has a limited number of upgrades available to keep what is normally a complex process simple.  Exterior Upgrades include:


  • Zip Wall R-Sheathing (Option Code:  E001)
  • Garage Cupola (Option Code:  E002)
  • Triple Pane Windows (Option Code:  E003)

​The "core" Z-Haus includes a full basement, ideally laid out for future finishing and depending on lot elevations, the core may include a walk out.  All "system" options are listed here as their control panels are likely located in the basement.

Second Floor

Zero Energy Institute

Basement & House System Upgrades: 


  • Walled off Utility Room (Option Code:  B001)
  • Finished Basement, painted floor (Option Code:  B002)
  • Floating Red Oak Floor (Option Code:  B003)
  • Half Bathroom (Option Code:  B004)
  • Egress Window & Well (Option Code:  B005)
  • Water Treatment System (Option Code:  B006)
  • Radiant heat tile floors (Option Code:  B007)
  • Central Air Conditioning (Option Code:  B008)
  • Seer 20 AC / Heat Pump (Option Code:  B009)
  • ​HumidAir & 6" Filters, requires B008 (Option Code:  B010)
  • Generator Ready Panel & Exterior Connection (Option Code:  B011)
  • Solar Thermal Roof System Solar Hot Water Tank (Option Code:  B012)
  • NEST Smoke / CO Detectors & Thermostats (Option Code:  B013)
  • Home Automation System Base (Option Code:  B014)
  • LED Light Fixtures & Mood Lighting (Option Code:  B015)
  • Exterior Light Posts (2) & Spot Lights (Option Code:  B016)