Located in downtown Ithaca, this house showcases what going green can mean in an urban environment. When the house was designed, even its location within walking distance of a local grocery store was taken into account in an effort to support the homeowner's sustainable lifestyle.
Contact Name(s): Todd Saddler & Laurie Konwinski
Address: 302 Cascadilla Street, Ithaca
Type of Building: Residence/ Home
Designer/Builder: Todd Saddler (homeowner)
Year Built: 2004-2006
Building Features: Permaculture garden & landscaping, rainwater collection, hybrid double stud wall / timber frame construction, superinsulation, daylighting, Energy Star appliances, home is Energy Star rated, grid-tied photovoltaic system, solar hot water with tankless backup, masonry heater, non-toxic finishes, passive solar design, radiant floor heating, sunspace, local materials, solar clothes dryer, recycled/salvaged materials
Special Considerations: On-street parking. Pets outside please. 1st floor wheelchair accessible.
Guillermo Metz
Solar & Agriculture Sr. Resource Educator
gm52@cornell.edu
(607) 272-2292 ext. 185
Last updated September 29, 2015