An Episcopal Seminary Brings LEED into the 19th Century

An Episcopal Seminary Brings LEED into the 19th Century

The semi-detached homes at the Virginia Theological Seminary measure 2,700 square feet and share a common wall to reduce their footprint on the site.

An Episcopal Seminary Brings LEED into the 19th Century

The architects designed the homes in a 19th Century style to fit in with the historic campus. The north elevation is shown here.

An Episcopal Seminary Brings LEED into the 19th Century

Even though the homes are new from the ground up, the architects retained more mature trees and landscaping than a conventionally sited home.

An Episcopal Seminary Brings LEED into the 19th Century

The two homes seen from the rear.

An Episcopal Seminary Brings LEED into the 19th Century

A front porch greets visitors as they approach one of the homes.

An Episcopal Seminary Brings LEED into the 19th Century

Each home features a screened-porch in the rear.

An Episcopal Seminary Brings LEED into the 19th Century

The traditional detailing continues inside with white-painted built-ins and crown moldings.

An Episcopal Seminary Brings LEED into the 19th Century

In the open-plan layouts, the living rooms blend into the dining rooms.

An Episcopal Seminary Brings LEED into the 19th Century

The interiors are outfitted with compact fluorescent and LED lights to conserve energy.

An Episcopal Seminary Brings LEED into the 19th Century

Baths are airy and bright but modestly detailed.

An Episcopal Seminary Brings LEED into the 19th Century

Large windows make the interiors feel expansive.

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