PROJECT

Project Details

National Grand Award Winner by Department of Energy

• 3,259 sq.ft.
• 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths
• HERS Score: 14
• Design/Build by Mantell-Hecathorn Builders Team and Reynolds-Ash Architect Brian Huff
• Build Time: 6 Months 
• 86% more efficient than typical Durango home built to code
• Award Page (live link) https://www7.eere.energy.gov/buildings/residential/explorezerh/partners/690
• Brochure Page (live link) https://www1.eere.energy.gov/buildings/residential/pdfs/doe_ch_case_studies/2020hiawinner-poster-Mantell.pdf

Project Description

This stunning residence is the personal home of Greg and Tara Mantell-Hecathorn, founders of Mantell-Hecathorn Builders (MHB). Inspired by their love for Lake Tahoe, the design combines clean, modern lines with a façade of stone, wood, and metal, creating a striking and timeless exterior that draws the eye and complements the natural surroundings.

Inside, the home features tongue-and-groove Douglas Fir ceilings and family-harvested redwood, which together infuse the space with a warm, personal, and inviting atmosphere. Expansive wrap-around decks provide private views of the canyon and ridge, extending the home’s living space into the surrounding landscape and offering the perfect setting for outdoor relaxation and entertaining.

This home is another collaboration between the MHB team and Reynolds-Ash Architect Brian Huff. It was built to MHB’s Higher Standards of Quality, ensuring that every detail meets the highest craftsmanship and performance standards.

Certified to the U.S. Department of Energy’s Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) standards, this residence offers:

• Healthier indoor air quality
• Ultra efficiency
• Durability for generations
• Advanced technology
• Long-term utility cost savings