Frequently Asked Questions


Why must the entire home construction process be changed?  Can’t small steps improve energy efficiency?

No!  Half-measures won’t accomplish true high performance for luxury homes.  Breakthrough performance can only be accomplished through minute tolerances and precision engineering like that employed in the construction of 2002 Alpine.

What kind of carbon footprint do Vireo homes have?

Vireo design and construction means that our luxury homes require 1/5 or less the energy of the average American home.

What kinds of timelines are associated with Vireo homes?

Time is money…and wasted time means wasted energy.  Construction times on Vireo homes are very short, allowing even the most luxurious residences to be built in a matter of months – and skilled team members mean higher quality in the long run.

What kind of performance per square foot do Vireo homes offer?

Vireo homes offer iconic style, construction for the centuries, and use a fraction of the energy associated with conventional construction.  In energy savings alone over decades, our homes pay for themselves many times over.  Add environment cost to the equation, and the real financial impact of Vireo homes shrinks even further.

Are your claims to energy-efficiency legitimate?

Absolutely!  Unlike some builders that “green wash” homes with a few cosmetic green tweaks, Vireo’s relies on specific definitions and third-party performance verification to ensure our homes’ energy efficiency.