01 / Insulation
Keep the warmth in.
R-23 exterior-wall insulation slows heat transfer. Air sealing at the small junctions helps limit drafts and heat loss.
The insulation detailsThe Shoreline difference
Built to keep heat in.
And weather out.
Insulation, taped sheathing and a ventilated roof help a home handle cold winters and warm summers.
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Phase III / Built with care
The details below describe Phase III. Explore the features, then let us walk you through the specifications and selections for your home.
Built for the mountain seasons
This is why
how it’s built
matters.
Shoreline winters bring deep snow and cold air. Insulation slows heat leaving the home, a ventilated roof limits heat reaching the snow above, and taped sheathing helps control air leakage and water entry.
In Phase III, R-23 wall insulation, double cold roof construction and taped ZIP System® sheathing each have a role. Together, they help separate the warmth of home from the weather outside.
Explore the layers
02 / Roofing
Give winter its space.
A ventilated double cold roof helps keep the upper roof colder. Insulation, air sealing and roof protection work alongside it to reduce ice-dam risk.
Inside the roof03 / Sheathing
Connect the protection.
ZIP System® wall sheathing adds an integrated water-resistive layer. Taped seams help form a continuous air barrier behind the exterior finish.
Behind the finish01 Designed for a mountain winter
A ventilated space keeps the roof colder.
Heat escaping from a home can melt snow on the roof. At the colder roof edges, that water can refreeze into an ice dam. Water trapped behind the ice can then seep under the roofing. Insulation and air sealing help keep warmth inside; the ventilated double roof helps keep the upper roof cold, reducing this melt-and-refreeze cycle.
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Give winter air a way through.
The blue arrows show outside air entering at the eave and moving through a ventilated space beneath the upper roof. That airflow helps carry away heat that could otherwise warm the roof deck.
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Keep the warmth where it belongs.
The cutaway reveals insulation above the living space. Insulation and air sealing help limit heat moving out of the home; ventilation complements that work rather than replacing it.
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Built with winter in mind.
Phase III homes are built with a double cold roof and ice-and-water shield across the entire roof. The ventilation helps reduce heat-driven snowmelt, while the membrane provides another layer of water protection beneath the roofing.
Comfort / Phase III
Sleep on the living floor.
Keep the weather outside.
In every Phase III plan, the primary suite shares a floor with the kitchen and living room. Wall insulation, low-e windows and air sealing help moderate indoor temperatures throughout the home.
An existing Shoreline home. Finishes and views vary by residence.
02 Sheathing, seams and flashing
Help keep water and drafts outside.
The exterior is more than the material you see. ZIP System® sheathing combines structural panels with an integrated water-resistive layer. Taped seams help connect those panels into a continuous air barrier.
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Protection built into the sheathing.
The green coating is the panel’s built-in water-resistive layer. Behind the exterior siding, it helps keep water out of the wall.
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Seal the joints and window openings.
The dark bands show taped panel joints and detailing around the opening. Properly installed tape and flashing seal these joints and help keep air and water out.
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A wall designed as a system.
Framing, insulation, sheathing, flashing and exterior cladding each have a role. The illustration shows how those layers fit together behind the finished wall.
Beyond the surface / Phase III
What is included in Phase III.
Explore the materials and features included in Phase III twinhomes, or open the full list of standard features below.
R-23 insulated exterior walls.
2×6 exterior walls hold R-23 blown-in blanket insulation, including at the garage. Foam seals gaps at rim joists and truss ends. Insulated steel doors add another layer between the finished two-car garage and the weather outside.
- R-23 exterior-wall insulation
- Insulated steel garage doors
- Foam at rim joists and truss ends
Low-e, double-pane windows.
Low-e coatings and double-pane glazing help limit heat transfer through the windows while allowing daylight into the rooms. Phase III homes have Marvin® windows with wood casing and sills.
- Low-e double-pane glazing
- Wood-wrapped windows
- Generous glazing toward the view
Sound control at the shared wall.
The party-wall assembly includes Silent FX® drywall for added sound control. Solid-core interior doors and quiet bath fans continue that attention inside the home.
- Enhanced party-wall sound separation
- Solid-core interior doors
- Panasonic WhisperQuiet® bath fans
One living floor.
In Phase III, the primary suite, kitchen and living room share one level. In the Vista and Skyline that level is also the garage level, so daily life needs fewer stairs. Ten-foot-plus ceilings and eight-foot main-level doors give those rooms their generous proportions.
- Main-level primary suite
- Two primary suites with ensuite baths
- Storage designed throughout the home
Hardwood cabinets and stone counters.
Utah-crafted hardwood cabinetry pairs dovetail construction with soft-close drawers and doors. Quartz or granite surfaces, JennAir® appliances and a walk-in pantry support the way you gather and cook.
- Custom hardwood cabinetry
- Six-burner natural gas cooktop
- Walk-in pantry with wood shelving
Covered decks and durable exteriors.
Steel post-and-beam details, natural stone, stucco and wood give the exterior its character. Covered composite decks and concrete patios extend the living space into the fresh air.
- Double cold roof construction
- Full-roof ice-and-water shield
- Xeriscape landscaping
Efficient heating and sealed ducts.
A 95%-efficiency natural gas furnace connects to sealed ducts within conditioned space, helping limit losses to unconditioned areas. A 90%-efficient, 50-gallon power-vent gas water heater serves everyday hot-water needs, while water-conserving fixtures help reduce water use.
- 14 SEER air conditioning for summer comfort
- Programmable thermostats and sealed LED lighting
- Third-party ENERGY STAR® certification
Storage, lighting and internet access.
USB and USB-C outlets by the bed and in the kitchen, wood closet organizers and wiring for bedroom fans make everyday use easier. Exterior eave lights turn on as daylight fades.
- Fiber internet service available
- Adjustable LED stair-tread lighting
- Garage opener with battery backup
A 10-year structural warranty.
Phase III homes include a ten-year limited structural warranty through Quality Builders Warranty, backed by Liberty Mutual, and a one-year builder warranty on workmanship and materials. Our team can walk you through the coverage and provide the warranty documents for your home.
- Ten-year structural warranty
- One-year builder warranty
- Backed by Liberty Mutual
The full listAll Phase III standard features
Community
- A 2.5-acre hillside park with grass, benches, an aspen grove, shade trees, walking trails and boulders
- Miles of dedicated private and public walking and biking trails
- Wide floor plans put the kitchen, living room and primary suite on one floor; in the Peak, that floor is above the garage
- Homes sit on one side of curved streets
Exterior
- Exposed steel posts and beams
- ZIP System® wall sheathing with taped seams to help limit air and water intrusion
- Stucco, natural stone and wood exteriors
- Covered composite decks and concrete patios; decking carries a 25-year structural, stain and fade warranty, subject to its terms
- Automatic light-sensing fixtures in the eaves
- 8-foot fiberglass front door
- Utility meters and air-conditioning equipment positioned to be less noticeable
- Landscaping designed for low water use
- Ice-and-water shield across the entire roof
- Double “cold” roof construction to reduce ice dams
Interior
- Two-color, low-VOC paint throughout
- 42-inch Alpine® natural gas fireplace on the main level with stone surround to the ceiling
- Luxury vinyl plank or tile flooring in the entry, kitchen, dining area and living room
- Tile flooring in baths and laundry
- Mohawk® stain-resistant carpet with a 7-pound pad
- Wood-trimmed windows with full casings and sills, 4-inch casing and 7-inch base trim
- Decora® switches and outlets
- Sealed LED lighting throughout
- Ceiling fans in living room and primary suite with pre-wiring in all additional bedrooms, basement rec room and flex space/media room
- Pre-wired for flat-screen TV above fireplace and in bedrooms with all cables (including HDMI)
- USB and USB-C outlets in primary bedroom (both sides of bed) and kitchen
- Hand-finished textured walls and ceilings
- 10’+ ceilings on main floors and 9’ foundation walls in basement
- Primary suite walk-in closet with closet organizers
- Space-saver wood closet organizers in all closets
- 2 primary suites with ensuite bathrooms
- Undermount bathroom sinks
- Gerber® one-piece elongated toilets using 1.6 gallons per flush
- Large primary shower with a Euro glass door
- Panasonic WhisperQuiet® bathroom exhaust fans, rated at 80 cfm and 1.5 sones
- Connection for natural gas dryer
- Adjustable LED tread lighting on stairs
- Floor-to-ceiling Marvin® windows
- Storage areas throughout the home
- Solid core interior doors (8’ on main level, 6’8” in basement)
Kitchen
- Custom hardwood cabinets made in Utah, with dovetail construction and soft-close drawers and doors
- Large island with storage underneath
- Quartz or granite countertops with a subway-tile backsplash to the upper cabinets
- Stainless steel JennAir® appliances: convection oven/microwave combination, six-burner natural gas cooktop and dishwasher
- Full-basin stainless steel undermount sink
- Moen® pull-down kitchen faucet
- Refrigerator water connection
- Walk-in pantry with built-in wood shelving
Energy and construction
- Third-party certified HERS Score: (59) Skyline, (60) Vista, (56) Peak, (59) Outlook
- Third-party ENERGY STAR® certified
- 2x6 exterior walls with R-23 blown in blanket (BIB insulation) including garage walls
- Oversized, insulated two-car garages with textured drywall ready for paint
- Clopay® double-sided, steel-insulated garage doors
- Liftmaster® 1/2 hp belt-driven garage door openers with battery backup
- Foam insulation on all rim joist and truss ends
- Bradford White® 90% efficient power vent, fast recovery 50 gallon water heater
- Day & Night® 95% efficiency natural gas furnace, with sealed ducts in conditioned space to reduce heat loss
- 14 SEER air conditioner
- Moen® water conserving plumbing fixtures
- High Performance Marvin® low-e double paned windows
- Programmable thermostats
- 10 year Quality Builders structural home warranty backed by Liberty Mutual
- Shared-wall sound insulation with Silent FX® drywall; the specified wall assembly has an STC rating of 70
Selections and availability vary by home. Phase IV specifications will be confirmed separately.
The diagrams illustrate design principles; they are not construction drawings. Ask our team to confirm the features, products and installation details for your home. Phase IV specifications are separate. ZIP System is a registered trademark of Huber Engineered Woods LLC. ENERGY STAR is a registered mark owned by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. HERS and HERS Index are registered trademarks of RESNET. Marvin, JennAir, Silent FX, Panasonic WhisperQuiet, Quality Builders Warranty and the other product names on this page are trademarks of their respective owners and are named only to identify specified products.
Phase III / HERS ratings
56 to 60Lower is better.
Performance you can understand
Think MPG.
For your home.
A HERS rating makes energy performance easier to compare. See the Phase III plan scores, learn what the scale means, and know what to ask about your home.
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