STEWARDSHIP THROUGH HOMEBUILDING

AUGUST 2016

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You and your family should always feel healthy, comfortable, safe and protected. That’s why we believe stewardship in the home design and build process should be about more than just the environment. We focus on four holistic factors that have a dramatic impact on your physical, emotional and mental well-being, as well as the environment: health, energy, water and smart home technology. The following are just some of the many features and options we offer to enhance your quality of life, protect the environment and keep your family safe. For more information about options for personalization, contact your Community Sales Manager.

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Your family’s health is our top priority. That’s why we’ve designed your home with materials and features that promote wellness and improve your quality of life, including:

IMPROVED INDOOR AIR QUALITY Clean air is essential to optimal health and in many cases, indoor air quality can be worse than outdoor air quality. Common products like paint and carpeting can release harmful VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) that cause short- and long-term damage to your health. Mold, dust and pet dander can cause headaches, allergies and respiratory issues among other problems. That’s why we make every effort to improve indoor air quality with a focus on low VOC products, moisture management and superior filtration systems that clean the air to provide a safe environment for you and your family. All Fielding Homes feature: • Green Label Plus certified carpet padding • Superior air filtration systems (MERV 11) that capture more airborne particles than standard air filtration systems • Moisture management products like housewrap, flashing, and ice and water shield to prevent mold Low VOC products including: • Paints from Sherwin-Williams ® • Sealants and caulking compounds • Flooring for both hard surfaces and carpet • Flooring adhesives • Low formaldehyde emissions from Timberlake Cabinetry (per the CARB Air Toxic Control Standards)

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Additional personalization options: • Hard surface flooring throughout the home to minimize allergens • Upgraded filtration systems for specific health concerns • Safe for healthcare environments, MERV 16 systems filter out even the smallest particles • For hospital-grade filtration, combine UV lights with MERV 16 filtration systems which reduce bacteria and mold in the air A FOCUS ON NUTRITION The average American diet consists of too many sugars, processed foods and “bad” fats that gradually weaken immune function, leading to a multitude of health issues. We’ve designed and equipped kitchens and our communities with healthy eating habits in mind. • Large refrigerators ranging from 21.9 to 27.8 cubic feet allow for plenty of fresh food storage • Double-basin sinks let you minimize contamination between fresh foods and meats • A variety of solid surface countertop options that are easily sterilized for proper food preparation • Choose to add electrical outlets in flex spaces or garages for additional refrigerators or freezers

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WATER PURITY We know how important the quality of your drinking water is. That’s why we offer reverse osmosis under-sink filtration that removes water impurities. Fielding Homes has also partnered with Culligan to offer an array of discounted water filtration options should you choose to enhance your system after moving in. See your Community Sales Manager to learn more. AMPLE NATURAL LIGHT Natural light is vital to mental and physical health, improving mood, brain function and sleep quality. At Fielding Homes, we have carefully designed our floor plans to offer as much natural light as possible with more windows compared to homes of similar style and price. These designs provide enhanced connectivity between indoor and outdoor spaces while also reducing dependence on electricity. Additional personalization option: • Innovative solar light tubes that add natural light from above and reduce the need for artificial lighting PROMOTING FITNESS Physical activity affects your heart, weight, bone and brain function, and reduces stress. It’s one of the most important things you can do to maintain and better your health, but it can be difficult to find time to work out on a regular basis. To promote physical fitness, our communities have been carefully designed to provide plenty of green space and easy access to walking and bike trails, so you can get your workout right outside your door. For those who prefer the classes and equipment at the gym, we’ve partnered with Anytime Fitness to offer a discount membership — just ask your Community Sales Manager for details. Additional personalization option: • With flex spaces in many of our floor plans, you can create a home gym or yoga and barre room, so you don’t have to leave your home to be active

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Fielding Homes are fundamentally built with energy efficiency in mind, so you can enjoy lower utility bills, increased comfort and the peace of mind that comes with a reduced impact on the environment. We use the HERS Energy Index rating process — the industry standard for measuring a home’s energy efficiency — to ensure we are utilizing energy efficient products and the home and its ductwork system are tight, meaning maximum efficiency in every home we build. HIGH-TECH HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING All Fielding Homes include an energy-efficient Lennox 14 SEER air conditioner and gas furnace that can be connected to a solar power system. And for single-story homes that have a second floor added, rather than adding a second gas furnace, a heat pump is used for the second floor, which is more efficient than using a second furnace. INSULATION Fielding Homes include R13 insulation on exterior walls, and attic insulation is standard with R30 that are built to code. R-value measures resistance to heat flow, so the higher the R-value, the more efficient your home is which lowers your energy bills. Homes built prior to 2012 likely have a lower R-value due to building code changes. All of our homes are tested for insulation leaks through third-party HERS raters and installed per Grade 1 standards, ensuring maximum efficiency and comfort for you and your family. There are three grades of insulation with Grade 1 being the best; the insulation is installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions, filling the cavity completely and encapsulated with no gaps or compression. WINDOWS All Fielding Homes include Low-E3 windows, two steps above the industry standard of Low-E windows. These windows contain three layers of protection – an invisible coating that reflects the sun’s rays, resulting in reduced solar heat transfer into the home. Low-E3 windows provide a second layer of reflective coating for even better energy efficiency.

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LIGHTING With plenty of natural light coming from windows and optional solar tubes, Fielding Homes help reduce the need for artificial lighting. Most light fixtures in our homes feature CFLs (compact fluorescent bulbs), while hallway lights and many additional fixtures are powered by LED bulbs. These bulbs use less energy and last longer than traditional incandescent light bulbs. APPLIANCES When it comes to reducing your energy use, even the smallest details can have a big impact. All appliances in our homes are ENERGY STAR ® certified appliances, including the standard 50-gallon electric water heater. ENERGY STAR certified appliances help consumers save money on operating costs by reducing energy use without sacrificing performance. Additional personalization options: • Upgrade from 14 SEER to 15 SEER air conditioning unit for added efficiency. Our 15 SEER system is 95 percent efficient and includes an energy-saver blower motor and Power Saver technology. • Upgrade from 14 SEER to 19 SEER air conditioning unit for maximum efficiency. Our 19 SEER system includes a variable speed blower that uses 2/3 less electricity than a standard motor, lowering bills while providing exceptional comfort. The 19 SEER is also solar ready and iComfort and Wi-Fi enabled, allowing it to connect to compatible thermostats for the ultimate in temperature control. • Insulation: Go from R13 to R15 for exterior walls and from R30 to R38 for attics to increase energy efficiency and temperature control. • Lighting: Opt for dimmer switches and outdoor floodlights with motion sensors to eliminate wasted energy. • Appliances: Switch to a tankless water heater which offers exceptional energy savings, only heating water when you need it.

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With much of the world’s population living in water-stressed regions, water is a precious natural resource, and we all must do our part to conserve it. That’s why we offer the following features to ensure every Fielding Home uses water wisely. LANDSCAPING AND OPTIONAL IRRIGATION Our homes are landscaped with native Bermuda grass, for a beautiful lawn that requires minimal work and less water. An optional sub metered irrigation system lets you monitor your water usage and understand how much is being used. LOW-FLOW FIXTURES All faucets, showerheads and toilets are low-flow, which means they use less water than typical code fixtures without sacrificing performance. Faucets and showerheads are also WaterSense approved, meaning they provide maximum water efficiency. Additional personalization options: • Irrigation system with rain sensors so the system doesn’t turn on when it’s raining, wasting water. • Irrigation system with smart controls that factor in types of plants, humidity and forecasted weather to use water only when absolutely necessary.

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Everyone has different priorities when it comes to home automation, so Fielding Homes partners with industry leading technology providers to offer you the best options for your lifestyle. During your Design Studio appointment, a technology representative will help you determine the level of security and home automation that’s right for you. During construction, Fielding Homes will coordinate and install all of the features you’ve selected so they’re ready when you move in. HOME SECURITY Our technology partner can ensure peace of mind with a wide variety of state-of-the-art security and monitoring options. From a fast alarm response time to automated door locks and video monitoring, the system will keep your family safe and protected at all times. HOME AUTOMATION Whether you’re at the office or on the beach, interactive systems mean you never have to worry while you’re away. Turn on your lights, lock your doors, set your alarm and even change your thermostat all from your smartphone or computer. ENTERTAINMENT Options include indoor and outdoor home audio, home theater (surround sound) and whole home audio. Whole home audio systems guarantee an unparalleled listening experience, with wired and wireless audio, making it easy to enjoy quality sound straight from your preferred device, anywhere in the home.

Information contained within this document is accurate at the time of publication and is subject to change without notice.

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