Entries by Paul Abueva

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IN-PERSON TOUR – OCTOBER 3-5, 2025 | Lakeside Net Zero Passive House | National Solar Tour:

The Net Zero Passive House in Michigan, designed by Mark Miller Architects and built by Abueva Builders, exemplifies sustainable innovation through its circular, energy-efficient design, achieving PHIUS, LEED Platinum, and EPA certification by Catalyst Partners. The project incorporates a super-insulated double-stud wall envelope, triple-pane windows, a grid-tied 12.4 kW 30-panel solar array with backup batteries, […]

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GreenHome Institute Virtual Home Tours – Pitsfield LEED Gold Zero Energy

Take a quick tour with GHI member Paul Abueva of an energy-efficient, accessible home in Southwest Michigan. This exceptional LEED Gold Zero Energy New Construction home was designed to be affordable, energy efficient, and environmentally friendly. The ranch-style design features ICF walls, advanced air sealing, and a smart HVAC system for comfort and air quality. […]

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Intentional Design and Construction Serving Both People and the Planet

We’re proud to announce the completion of a highly energy-efficient duplex built for staff housing at Camp Friedenswald. The camp approached us with a clear goal: to create a residence that reflects their commitment to environmental stewardship—and we delivered. Each unit features 12-inch-thick double-stud walls, significantly improving thermal performance and reducing the heating load to […]

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ABUEVA BUILDERS RECEIVES 2024 USGBC MICHIGAN LOCAL MARKET LEADERSHIP AWARD

Lakeside Net Zero Outstanding Single Family Home Quality of Life Award for a project that has made significant efforts in improving health, wellbeing, resilience, and equity for building occupants and their communities, making spaces not just environmentally friendly but also people-friendly. 2024 U.S. Local Market Leadership Awards. These prestigious awards recognize projects, people, and partners […]

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Another Successful Build – Lakeside Home in Michigan

This lakefront home in Portage Michigan began as an expansion of a nearly 100-year-old cottage that had undergone several additions over the years. While only a portion of the original foundation and floor system was retained, this allowed us to fully address long-standing issues and create an energy-efficient, and airtight home. We also integrated age-in-place […]

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LAKESIDE NET ZERO HOME RECEIVES LEED OUTSTANDING SINGLE FAMILY HOME AWARD

USGBC is pleased to announce the recipients of our 2024 U.S. Local Market Leadership Awards. These prestigious awards recognize projects, people, and partners from participating markets across the country for excellence in creating better buildings and improving the lives of all in their local communities. The 42 projects, 8 individuals, and 11 organizations recognized this year […]

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Abueva Builders completes LEED Gold Certified Pitsfield Project!

This distinctive home features a unique shell design and was constructed using Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) walls atop a Frost Protected Shallow Foundation (FPSF). By combining a highly insulated building envelope, a 6.5 kW solar array, and a Tulikivi soapstone fireplace, the home achieved net zero energy performance. Integrating a wood-burning stove within a Passive […]

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