Luxury BeachFront Eco-Villas
Standard Home Features
Belize LifeStyle Homes
Belize LifeStyle Homes: Safe, Healthy, High-Performance, Energy Efficient Eco-Villas
Belize LifeStyle Homes are specifically Designed, Engineered and Constructed for Coastal Living Environments and Coastal Weather Conditions. Our Premium Building Products and Building Systems have been selected based on “Building Envelope Science" and "Sustainable Whole Building Design Principles" criteria. Strict adherence to these guidelines and principles are very important to ensure the livability and longevity of your home. Belize LifeStyle BeachFront Eco-Villas are built to withstand the coastal conditions of Ambergris Caye and will provide homeowners with many, many decades of safe, healthy, sustainable living in the Country of Belize; Mother Nature's Best Kept Secret.
All Belize LifeStyle Homes are Constructed with an Air Tight, Highly-Insulated, Weather Resistant Building Envelope
Structural Steel Framing System:
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Thermally Efficient, Galvanized, Structural Steel Framing System.
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Exterior Walls, Interior Walls, Roof Trusses, Ceiling Framing, Floor Joists and Foundation Systems.
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Structural Steel Framing Exterior Wall Depth is a minimum of 6".
“Closed Cell” Spray Polyurethane Foam Insulation:
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Exterior Walls, Roof Trusses and Foundation Systems.
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Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF) Insulation Value is R-6.7 per inch at greater than 3.5 inches.
Structural Insulated Exterior Sheathing:
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Exterior Walls, Exterior Soffits and Roof Trusses.
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Structural Insulated Exterior Sheathing Thickness is 1.5 inches with an Insulation Value of R-6.
Magnesium Oxide Interior Wallboard:
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All Interior Walls and All Interior Ceilings.
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MgO Wallboard Thickness is a minimum of 1/2 inch (12 mm)
Weather Resistant Exterior Facade:
All Belize LifeStyle Homes are engineered and constructed with High Performance, Weather Resistant Exterior Facade Systems.
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Fiber Cement Siding is one option for an Exterior Facade System.
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Exterior Stucco is another option for an Exterior Facade System.
ENERGY STAR Windows, Patio Doors and Skylights:
All Windows, Patio Doors and Skylights will meet or exceed ENERGY STAR Qualified Specifications and Guidelines. Belize LifeStyle Homes also offers hurricane rated Windows, Patio Doors and Skylights.
ENERGY STAR Exterior Doors:
All Exterior Doors will meet or exceed ENERGY STAR Qualified Specifications and Guidelines. Belize LifeStyle Homes also offers hurricane rated Exterior Doors and hurricane protection as options for your new home.
High Performance Roofing System:
All Belize LifeStyle Homes are constructed with High Performance, Cool Roof Compliant Roofing Systems and Roofing Materials.
High Performance Foundation System:
All Belize LifeStyle Homes are designed, engineered and constructed with of a safe, secure, disaster resistant foundation system which is essential for the overall performance of the Belize LifeStyle Building Envelope System.
Indoor airPLUS HVAC Systems:
All Belize LifeStyle Homes will be engineered and constructed with High SEER, Energy Efficient Air Conditioning Systems and Whole House Air Ventilation Systems, as per the Indoor airPLUS Program.
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Standard Home Features: Endless Design Options and an Extensive Selection of Premium Building Products
Belize LifeStyle Homes offers Endless Design Options and an Extensive Selection of Premium Building Products to customize your Luxury Villa in Ambergris Caye, Belize. Belize LifeStyle Homes Standard Home Features are based on the use of premium building products and building systems that have been selected for durability and low maintenance in coastal living environments.
The Standard Home Features summarized below are to be used as a general guide and to also demonstrate that Belize LifeStyle Homes are designed, engineered and constructed with the Highest Quality, Premium Building Products and High Performance Building Systems. In most of the Standard Home Features categories homeowners are able to select their own design options, building materials and building systems based on their specific design styles and requirements. Visit Belize LifeStyle Certified ENERGY STAR Homes Webpage
For the sake of uniformity the Standard Home Features have been summarized in the same categories as the Design Options Categories. The categories listed in the Standard Home Features summary below reflect building products and building systems found in a standard home. Any categories or building products not included from the Design Options Categories are most likely custom home features or "home plan specific" features. The excluded categories and building products will be discussed with each homeowner based on their Design Style, Home Plans, Architectural Plans and Engineering Plans. The term “Home Plans” as indicated in the Standard Homes Features Summary below refers to: Client Approved Architectural Plans and Client Approved Structural Engineering Plans.
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Belize LifeStyle Homes Standard Home Features
Main Building Systems:
Structure: Galvanized Structural Steel Framing System
Foundation: Per Architectural and Engineering Plans
Insulation: Closed Cell Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF)
Electrical Supply Panel: 200 Amp Panel per Electrical Plans
Electrical Wiring: Copper Wiring per Electrical Plans
Exterior Doors: Weather Resistant, ENERGY STAR Rated
Exterior Facade: Fiber Cement Siding, Stucco or Client Selection
HVAC: Energy Efficient Air Conditioning and ERV Systems
Interior Wallboard: 1/2 Inch Magnesium Oxide Wallboard
Patio Doors: Double Glazed, Low-E, ENERGY STAR Compliant
Plumbing Piping: PEX, Copper, PVC per Plumbing Plans
Roofing: High Performance, Cool Roof Compliant Steel Roofing
Skylights: Double Glazed, Low-E, ENERGY STAR Rated
Waste System: Septic Tank per Belize Building Code
Water Supply: Well Water with Well Pump and Filtration System
Water Heater: Hybrid Water Heater or Tankless Water Heater
Windows: Double Glazed, Low-E, ENERGY STAR Rated
Sheathing Products:
Exterior Sheathing: 1 1/2 Inch Structural Insulated Sheathing
Roof Sheathing: 1 1/2 Inch Structural Insulated Sheathing
Floor Sheathing: 3/4 Inch Moisture Resistant, Structural Plywood
Exterior Home Features:
Decking: Synthetic, Hardwood or Client Selection
Deck Railing: Synthetic, Hardwood or Client Selection
Exterior Facade: Fiber Cement Siding, Stucco or Client Selection
Exterior Paint: UV, Weather Resistant, Exterior Grade Paint
Exterior Trim: PVC, Wood or Client Selection
Gutters: Aluminum Gutters and Leaders
Irrigation: Rainwater and or Grey Water Irrigation System
Landscaping: Indigenous, Drought Resistant Plants and Trees
Lighting: Solar, LED Lighting Fixtures or Client Selection
Pavers: Per Home Plans, Client Selection
Paving: Per Home Plans, Client Selection
Roofing: High Performance, Cool Roof Compliant Steel Roofing
Siding: James Hardie Pre-Painted Fiber Cement Siding
Stairways: Per Home Plans, Client Selection
Stucco: Weather Resistant Exterior Stucco System
Walkways: Per Home Plans, Client Selection
Water Conservation: Rain Water and Grey Water Irrigation Systems
Interior Home Features:
Ceiling Fans: Per Home Plans, Client Selection
Ceiling Treatments: Per Home Plans, Client Selection
Closet Systems: Custom Closets, Color Selection by Client
Custom Cabinetry: Per Home Plans, Color Selection by Client
Home Office: Per Home Plans, Color Selection by Client
Electrical Switches: Decora or Designer Electrical Switches
Electrical Outlets: Decora or Designer Electrical Outlets
Laundry Room: ENERGY STAR Washer and Dryer, Selection by Client
Lighting: LED Lighting Fixtures and LED Bulbs, Client Selection
Lighting Control: Smart Home Integrated Lighting Control
Millwork: Custom Millwork Per Home Plans, Color Selection by Client
Mouldings: Custom Mouldings, Color Selection by Client
Paint Options: Zero VOC Interior Paint, Color Selection by Client
Storage Systems: Per Home Plans, Color Selection by Client
Utility Room: Per Home Plans
Wallboard: 1/2 Inch Magnesium Oxide Wallboard
Wall Coverings: Per Home Plans, Color Selection by Client
Kitchen:
Appliances: ENERGY STAR Rated Appliances, Client Selection
Cabinetry: Custom Cabinetry per Home Plans, Client Selection
Countertops: Granite, Engineered Stone or Client Selection
Countertop Backsplash: Match Countertop or Client Selection
Disposal System: InSinkErator Food Waste Disposal System
Flooring: Tile, Stone, Hardwood or Client Selection
Lighting: LED Lighting Fixtures and LED Bulbs, Client Selection
Ventilation: Outdoor Vented Range Hood and Microwave
Water Filtration: Under Sink Water Filtration System
Bathrooms:
Bathtub: High-End Luxury Bathtub, Client Selection
Bidet: Per Home Plans, High-End Luxury Bidet, Client Selection
Ceiling Coverings: Per Home Plans, Client Selection
Faucet: Custom Luxury Faucet, Client Selection
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Porcelain Tile, Stone or Client Selection
Hardware: Per Client Selection
Jacuzzi: Per Home Plans, High-End Luxury Jacuzzi, Client Selection
Bathrooms: (continued)
Lighting: LED Lighting and LED Bulbs, Client Selection
Medicine Cabinet: Custom Medicine Cabinet, Client Selection
Mirrors: Per Home Plans, Client Selection
Pedestal Sink: Per Home Plans, Luxury Pedestal Sink, Client Selection
Shower Body: Low Flow Luxury Shower Body, Client Selection
Shower Doors: Custom Glass Shower Doors, Client Selection
Shower Surround: Ceramic, Porcelain Tile, Stone or Client Selection
Sink: High-End Luxury Sink, Client Selection
Spa: Per Home Plans, High-End Luxury Spa, Client Selection
Steam Shower: Per Home Plans, Client Selection
Storage: Per Home Plans, Client Selection
Toilet: Low Flow High-End Luxury Toilet, Client Selection
Tub: High-End Luxury Tub, Client Selection
Tub Surround: Ceramic Tile, Porcelain Tile, Stone or Client Selection
Vanity: High-End Custom Vanity, Client Selection
Vanity Top: Granite, Engineered Stone or Client Selection
Ventilation System: EPA Indoor airPlus Ventilation System
Wall Coverings: Per Home Plans, Client Selection
Flooring:
Flooring Style, Color and Room to be selected by Client
Carpeting
Concrete
Vinyl
Tile Flooring
Ceramic Tile
Porcelain Tile
Stone Flooring
Granite
Limestone
Marble
Sandstone
Slate
Travertine
Wood Flooring
Bamboo
Cork
Engineered
Laminate
Solid Wood
Windows:
Windows: Double Glazed, Low-E, ENERGY STAR Rated
Hurricane Windows: Optional
Windows Material: Aluminum or Vinyl, Fiberglass is Optional
Exterior Shutters: Vinyl or Wood, Client Selection
Hurricane Shutters: Optional, Client Selection
Patio Doors: Double Glazed, Low-E, ENERGY STAR Rated
Hurricane Patio Doors: Optional
Patio Doors Material: To match windows
Skylights: Double Glazed, Low-E, ENERGY STAR Rated
Hurricane Skylights: Optional
Skylights Material: To match windows
Window Casing: Custom Casing, Client Selection
Window Treatments: Optional, Client Selection
Doors:
Exterior Doors: Weather Resistant, ENERGY STAR Rated
Custom Exterior Doors: Optional
Hurricane Exterior Doors: Optional
Hurricane Exterior Door Shutters: Optional
Interior Doors: Premium Quality 8 Foot Interior Doors
Custom Interior Doors: Optional
Door Casing: Custom Door Casing, Client Selection
Door Hardware: Custom Door Hardware, Client Selection
HVAC Systems:
Air Conditioning System: Energy Efficient, Indoor airPlus Compliant
Solar Air Conditioning System: Optional
Split Air Conditioning System: Per Home Plans
Whole House Ventilation System: EPA Indoor airPlus Compliant
Whole House Air Filtration System: Optional
Smart Home:
Home Automation System: Z-Wave Wireless Home Automation
Home Entertainment: Integrated into Home Automation System
Home Security System: Integrated into Home Automation System
Internet: Wiring Installed by BLH, Service by Client
Lighting Control: Integrated into Home Automation System
Phone System: Wiring Installed by BLH, Service by Client
Power Management: Integrated into Home Automation System
Satellite System: Wiring Installed by BLH, Service by Client
Smoke & CO Detectors: Integrated into Home Automation System
Structured Wiring: Central Control Panel and Home Wiring
Surveillance Cameras: Integrated into Home Automation System
Thermostat Control: Integrated into Home Automation System
Renewable Energy:
Electric Catamaran: Optional
Electric Vehicles: Optional
Home Based EV Charging Station: Optional
Solar Water Heating System: Optional
Solar Power System: Optional
Wind Power System: Optional