Westbank Construction

A fifteen home project completed in 2008, the Glory View Subivision is the first residential building project in Wyoming to achieve LEED for Homes Gold Certification. Westbank Construction and the Jackson Hole Community Housing Trust teamed up on this project with the idea of designing homes that bridged the gap between affordability and sustainability. With the knowledge that these homes were provided for the local workforce, it was a no-brainer to design them with excellent indoor air quality and optimal energy performance. It is the hope of Westbank Construction that a project like this will inspire the town of Jackson to promote LEED Certified construction as a performance requirement in the greater Jackson Hole area.

All of these homes are Energy Star Certified, designed to reduce monthly utility bills up to 50% while reducing carbon emissions. Hydronic heating systems installed in the floor create a comfortable living space through the use of highly efficient radiant heat. A high priority is placed on interior air quality, through the use of low-emitting materials: including formaldehyde free insulation, low-VOC interior paints and coatings, and a superior ventilation system.

Additional material and resource conservation techniques were applied throughout the homes to achieve the LEED for Homes Gold certification. These include water conserving features such as dual flush toilets, low-flow showerheads and lavatory faucets donated by Westbank Construction. Glory view is an shining example of how renewable materials can create beautiful living spaces. The homeowner is given the peace of mind that they live in sustainably built house that did not contribute to the further destruction of natural resources. In a place like Jackson Hole, this knowledge really matters in the community.