Michigan Abueva Builders’ Lakeside Net Zero Passive House Selected as Finalist for International Award
A home recently built on Gull Lake by Kalamazoo builder, Abueva Builders, has reached global status. The net zero passive house has been selected as a top ten finalist for the international LEED Home Awards Project of the Year.
This prestigious award recognizes a LEED-certified project that showcases exceptional performance within the LEED rating system, exhibiting remarkable innovation that goes above and beyond the requirements and prerequisites of LEED.
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is the world’s most widely used green building rating system. LEED certification provides a framework for healthy, highly efficient, and cost-saving green buildings, which offer environmental, social and governance benefits. LEED certification is a globally recognized symbol of sustainability achievement, and it is backed by an entire industry of committed organizations and individuals paving the way for market transformation.
The Lakeview Net-Zero Passive House is a groundbreaking project that redefines modern living with an unwavering commitment to environmental responsibility. Designed by Mark Miller (CPHC) of Mark Miller Architecture and built by Paul Abueva of Abueva Builders, LLC., this exceptional home boasts an all-electric design, setting new standards in green building by reducing energy consumption by 85%.
Paul Abueva, owner of Abueva Builders, Said, “I’m passionate about green building, building better, and helping the planet. I’ve always felt we’ve been ahead of the curve on green building, but this international honor blows my mind.”
“In the end, the fact that I get to do my small part to help people help the planet daily is reward enough. But, let’s be honest, winning this award would be fantastic.”
Cast your vote by July 3 for your favorite LEED residential project.
On July 10, U.S. Green Building Council will announce the winners of its annual LEED Homes Awards, a tribute to residential projects, developers and builders who use LEED to enhance quality of life and foster healthier, more resilient communities.
Now is your opportunity to participate in the “people’s choice” category: Project of the Year. To explore this year’s projects and cast your vote go to, usgbc.org/articles/vote-2024-leed-homes-awards-project-year. The voting period is open from June 26–July 3. You can vote once a day.
About Abueva Builders
Abueva Builders has been working in the residential construction industry for over 15 years and specializes in extremely energy efficient and environmentally conscious homes. Owner Paul Abueva holds a degree in Environmental Science and is passionate about helping people find the balance between meeting their needs and building the highest quality “green” home their budget will allow. Abueva Builders homes are built to exceed typical construction in every way. For more information about Abueva Builders, visit abuevabuilders.com
About LEED
For more information about the LEED rating system, visit usgbc.org/leed