blu homes product overview book

| Homes Overview

Introduction 1

Homes 8

Breezehouse 8

Sidebreeze 14

Glidehouse 20

Lofthouse 24

Balance 30

Evolution 36

Element 42

Origin 48

Garage 54

Combinations 60

Finishes 64

Benefits 70

Pricing 74

Services 78

Contact Us 80

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The Blu Homes Story

Blu Homes was started as a two-year research study

at Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Rhode

Island School of Design on how to use technology to

revolutionize the way we build green homes. I tested

this on my own ecologically protected property

with our first homes, which were designed online in

3-D and precision-built with steel, installed in one

inspiring day and each finished in a week. Since then

Blu has been building high-quality, green homes for

families across North America. Our goal is to make

it easier and more fun for our clients to design and

build beautiful, spacious, light-filled homes that bring

the outside in.

—Bill Haney, Founder and President

Introduction

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http://www.bluhomes.com

Blu Homes is named on the 2012

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Blu in the News“It is so exciting to see how the Breezehouse design has evolved since we helped introduce it to the world in 2005. Blu’s innovative combination of advanced building technology, striking design featuring the best of indoor-outdoor living, and the highest green and quality standards is a perfect reflection of how our readers dream of living in the West.”

—Shannon Thompson, VP of Marketing, Sunset Magazine

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Our Homeowners“In considering building Blu homes, we wanted to construct buildings that were not only beautiful, not only energy efficient, but also ones that we could easily maintain. The sense we got from our own operations folks was that once a Blu home is up, it’s a rock. It’s there forever.”

—James DeVecchi, Headmaster, Portsmouth Abbey School, RI

“For us, the decision was not just because we liked Blu’s design, but because we could move forward very rapidly. We purchased our land in July 2010 and the house arrived 6 months later. A few short months later, our finished home was showcased by Dwell Magazine.”

—Steve and Jo Cooper, Healdsburg, CA

“My wife and I had been coming up to the lake ever since we first met, and decided to build a home there to make it a more permanent part of our lives as our children grew up. We chose the Glidehouse because of how it blurs the line between the indoors and outdoors. Blu’s unwavering price and short time on site helped put us at ease and minimized disturbance to our neighbors.”

—Chris Chesney, Nelson, NH

Introduction



Blu’s Unique ApproachBlu Homes offers architect-designed, precision-built, and eco-friendly homes in an extraordinarily convenient way—to make life simpler, healthier and more beautiful for you.

Our team of leading architects has combined warm eco-friendly materials, clean and spacious lines, high ceilings and thoughtful storage systems to create delightful, sun-drenched indoor environments that connect seamlessly with the outdoors.

At Blu, we are committed to reducing stress and risk for our customers by simplifying and streamlining the home-building process. We use sophisticated 3-D technology to engineer, build and finish your home on site —all at a fixed and transparent price.

Introduction



Blu’s Steel FramingBlu Homes’ proprietary steel framing technology was developed out of research at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Rhode Island School of Design to provide buildings of incredible strength, quality and durability for high performance in extreme weather conditions, including hurricane-level wind zones and extreme snow loads, high seismic zones and challenging soil and marine moisture environments.

In addition, Blu’s steel framing technology allows for homes that are far more spacious than traditional stick-built or prefab homes. Our homes fold onto a standard truck for shipping, and then unfold to reveal living spaces up to 25’ wide and 16’ high, with beautiful glass windows that bring natural daylight inside.

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Blu Building ProcessBuilt in Blu Homes’ factory by our highly skilled craftspeople, Blu homes are beautiful, healthy and green—and extremely well constructed. Factory construction in 6–8 weeks enables a much greener building process protected from the elements and free of mold-causing moisture and debris, and is much less stressful for you and your neighbors! In addition, it means rigorous research and selection of green building materials that are healthier for your family and for the earth. Moreover, computer-driven and automated factory construction techniques assure quality construction of the highest order. After rigorous quality assurance evaluations at our factory, and expert input from third-party engineers, our homes are inspected in the factory by government certified evaluators. Only then will Blu ship a home to a customer’s building site. Finally, a team of trained Blu professionals travels to each customer’s site, taking final responsibility for the quality of each Blu home.

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A Blu Home to Fit Your LifestyleOne of the most exciting aspects of the Blu Homes product family is the multitude of floor plans and home sizes that fit a wide range of lifestyles and purposes. Your preferences ultimately determine the design. From an Origin studio or home additions to a 5+ bedroom Breezehouse and pod combination, Blu homes are versatile and diverse enough to fit virtually any homeowner need. Many of our floor plans can be designed with an integrated staircase to a lower level, and can be mirrored to orient the house to best suit your site and views. Furthermore, Blu’s advanced building envelope, sturdy steel frame design and efficient folding technology mean that our homes are available across North America—from Massachusetts to California.

Personalized by YouUsing Blu’s 3-D Configurator, you can personalize your Blu home online, and for free! Choose from numerous options, including appliances, cabinetry, flooring, countertops, fixtures, finishes, cladding and accessories. Our designers have curated the best products available in modern green design to ensure quality in every aspect of our homes.

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Blu | Breezehouse



Blu | BreezehouseThe iconic design of the Blu Breezehouse® offers an elegant and harmonious connection between indoor and outdoor living. The Breezehouse is centered around its beautiful signature Breezespace™, a glass-enclosed living area situated under a distinctive “butterfly” roof. Dramatic sliding glass doors or NanaWalls® open to connect the Breezespace to the outdoors, creating an open-air living room that beautifully marries the home’s interior with the natural world surrounding it.

The most luxurious Blu design, the Breezehouse features three distinct floor plans—from a four-bedroom plan and optional pod additions, to an elegant master suite option with a luxurious walk-through closet and private sitting areas.

The Breezehouse is designed to be accessible for people of all abilities.

BEDROOMS 3–4 + Optional Pod

BATHS 3

BUILDING AREA 56’–7” x 53’–6”

CEILING HEIGHT Up to 14’

SQUARE FOOTAGE 2,317



3 Bedroom and Library plus Optional Pod

NOT INCLUDED

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

UPGRADE

12'

17'

0 2’ 4’ 8’

49’-0”

53’-6”

19’-

8”18

’-6”

18’-

6”

56’-

7”

25’-

0”

18’-6”

MASTER BEDROOM18’-4” x 11’-2”

LIBRARY15’-9” x 11’-2”

BEDROOM 110’-10” x 12’-0” BATH 2MASTER BATH

14’-9” x 5’-0”

CLOSET

BREEZESPACE25’-0” x 20’-0”

ENTRY COURTREAR COURT

OPTIONAL DESK AREA

KITCHEN 17’-5” x 16’-10”

BEDROOM 2(GUEST/OFFICE)

10’-0” x 10’-5”

BATH 37’-9”” x 5’

MECH4’-10”

x5’-4”

LNDRY5’-4”

x5’-4”

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PAN

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ENTRY

BEDROOM 117’-2” x 11’-2”

BEDROOM 211’-7” x 11’-2” MECH

BATH5’-0”

x7’-5”

MECH6’-8” x 3’-5”

Blu | Breezehouse



NOT INCLUDED

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

UPGRADE

12'

17'

8’4’2’0

49’-0”

53’-6”

19’-

8”18

’-6”

18’-

6”

56’-

7”

17’-0”

18’-

6”

MECH

BATH5’-0” x 7’-5”

OPTIONAL POD

MECH6’-8” x 3’-5”

ENTRY


BEDROOM 211’-2” x 11’-2”

BEDROOM 110’-10” x 12’-0”

MECH6’-8” x 3’-5”BATH 2MASTER BATH

14’-9” x 5’-0”

CLOSET



KITCHEN 17’-5” x 16’-10”

OPTIONAL DESK AREA


10’-0” x 10’-5”

BATH 37’-9”” x 5’

MECH4’-10”

x5’-4”

LNDRY5’-4”

x5’-4”

CLE

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PAN

TRY

CO

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OFFICE15’-7” x 11’-2”

4 Bedroom plus Optional PodBlu | Breezehouse



NOT INCLUDED

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

UPGRADE

12'

8’4’2’0

17'

49’-0”

53’-6”

19’-

8”18

’-6”

18’-

6”

56’-

7”

17’-0”

18’-

6”

BEDROOM 115’-7” x 11’-2”

MECH

BATH7’-5” x 5’-0”

OPTIONAL PODENTRY


MASTER CLOSET15’-9” x 5’-6” MASTER BATH

14’-9” x 5’-0”

SITTING/DRESSING AREA

BEDROOM 111’-2”-11’-2”

MECH6’-8” x 3’-5”BATH 2



KITCHEN 17’-5” x 16’-10”


10’-0” x 10’-5”

BATH 37’-9”” x 5’

MECH4’-10”

x5’-4”

LNDRY5’-4”

x5’-4”

CLE

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PAN

TRY

CO

ATS

OPTIONAL DESK AREA

NOT INCLUDED

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

UPGRADE

12'

17'

8’4’2’0

49’-0”

53’-6”

19’-

8”18

’-6”

18’-

6”

56’-

7”

17’-0”

18’-

6”

MECH

BATH5’-0” x 7’-5”

OPTIONAL POD

MECH6’-8” x 3’-5”

ENTRY


BEDROOM 211’-2” x 11’-2”

BEDROOM 110’-10” x 12’-0”

MECH6’-8” x 3’-5”BATH 2MASTER BATH

14’-9” x 5’-0”

CLOSET



KITCHEN 17’-5” x 16’-10”

OPTIONAL DESK AREA


10’-0” x 10’-5”

BATH 37’-9”” x 5’

MECH4’-10”

x5’-4”

LNDRY5’-4”

x5’-4”

CLE

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PAN

TRY

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OFFICE15’-7” x 11’-2”

3 Bedroom with Enlarged Master plus Optional Pod4 Bedroom plus Optional Pod Blu | Breezehouse



Photo Credit: Mariko Reed. Home depicted above designed by Joseph & Catherine Remick.



Blu | Sidebreeze



Blu | SidebreezeAs Blu’s largest home, the Sidebreeze© features a stunning, modern design that elegantly combines spacious indoor areas with the beauty of outdoor living.

The iconic Breezespace™ design, paired with a cantilevered second story, creates a welcoming entrance and multiple courtyards. The first floor is an expansive, light-filled living space that is ideal for entertaining complemented by a spacious kitchen with ample counter space and built-in storage wall. An open, steel staircase leads to a private second floor with large bedrooms and high ceilings. The Master suite features our largest master bath and a balcony that is perfect for enjoying the outdoors and picturesque views.

The Sidebreeze is ideal for suburban spaces and is available in three or four bedroom floor plans. As with all of our homes the Sidebreeze features quality finishes and palettes that are personalized by you.

BEDROOMS 3–4

BATHS 2.5–3

BUILDING AREA 64’–10” x 40’

CEILING HEIGHT Up to 12’–10”


18’-

6”21

’-6”

40’-

0”

64’-10”

18’-

6”

8’4’2’0

NOT INCLUDED

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

UPGRADE

SECOND FLOOR PLAN

FIRST FLOOR PLAN1

2

26’

KITCHEN19’-10” x 13’-7”

MECH ROOM


UP

ENTRY

MASTER BEDROOM12’ x 16-11’

MASTER BATH11’-1” x 8’-3”

MECH

BATH6’-0” x 9’-1”

WIC7’-7” x 4’-6”DOWNBEDROOM 1

10’-6” x 16’-11”

BEDROOM 214’-0” x 11’-6”

OFFICE/MEDIA ROOM14’-8” x 9’-6”

LAUNDRY ROOM8’-9” x 9’-1”

W/D BATH5’9” x 5’-8”



3 Bedroom

18’-

6”21

’-6”

40’-

0”

64’-10”

18’-

6”

8’4’2’0

NOT INCLUDED

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

UPGRADE

SECOND FLOOR PLAN

FIRST FLOOR PLAN1

2

26’

KITCHEN19’-10” x 13’-7”

MECH ROOM


UP

ENTRY



MECH

BATH6’-0” x 9’-1”


10’-6” x 16’-11”

BEDROOM 214’-0” x 11’-6”

OFFICE/MEDIA ROOM14’-8” x 9’-6”

LAUNDRY ROOM8’-9” x 9’-1”

W/D BATH5’9” x 5’-8”

Blu | Sidebreeze



18’-

6”21

’-6”

40’-

0”

64’-10”

18’-

6”

8’4’2’0

26’

UPGRADE

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

NOT INCLUDED

SECOND FLOOR PLAN

FIRST FLOOR PLAN1

2

KITCHEN19’-10” x 13’-7”

MECH ROOM


BEDROOM 312’-11” x 9’-1”

UP

ENTRY

LNDRY RM7’-7” x 9’-1”

W/D



MECH

BATH6’-0” x 9’-1”

BATH8’-6” x 9’-1”


10’-6” x 16’-11”

BEDROOM 214’-0” x 11’-6”

4 BedroomBlu | Sidebreeze



18’-

6”21

’-6”

40’-

0”

64’-10”

18’-

6”

8’4’2’0

26’

UPGRADE

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

NOT INCLUDED

SECOND FLOOR PLAN

FIRST FLOOR PLAN1

2

KITCHEN19’-10” x 13’-7”

MECH ROOM


BEDROOM 312’-11” x 9’-1”

UP

ENTRY

LNDRY RM7’-7” x 9’-1”

W/D



MECH

BATH6’-0” x 9’-1”

BATH8’-6” x 9’-1”


10’-6” x 16’-11”

BEDROOM 214’-0” x 11’-6”

4 Bedroom

Sidebreeze



Blu | Glidehouse



Blu | GlidehouseThe Blu Glidehouse® combines convenient single-story living, breathtaking panoramic views and thoughtful storage systems to create a stylish and comfortable indoor environment. Signature sliding glass “walls” are perfect for showcasing the natural landscape as well as drawing in fresh air and plentiful light. Sleek, elegant storage bars maximize space and allow the living areas to remain clear and uncluttered. On the exterior, exquisite, optional cedar sunshades combine design flair with practical functionality, creating shade and privacy and letting natural light stream in.

The Glidehouse starts at two bedrooms and two bathrooms and has optional one or two-bedroom pods that can be integrated to add additional bedroom or home office space. The Glidehouse is designed to be accessible for people of all abilities and can be outfitted with fully accessible fittings and fixtures as needed.

BEDROOMS 2 + Optional Pod

BATHS 2

BUILDING AREA 65’–0”x 36’–0”





2 Bedroom plus Optional Pod

17’-0”

18’-

6”

NOT INCLUDED

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

UPGRADE

9'-9”16'-3"

0

49’-0”16’-0”

65’-0”

17’-

6”18

’-6”

36’-

0”

8’4’2’

BEDROOM15’-7” x 11’-2”

MECH

BATH7’-5” x 5’-0”

OPTIONAL POD

LIVING ROOM16’-0” x 16’-0”

DINING ROOM15’-6” x 17’-0”

KITCHEN16’-0” x 17’-0”

OFFICE13’-0” x 11’-0”

BEDROOM 111’-6” x 11’-0”

BATH 25’-8” x 10’-9”

MECH



Blu | Glidehouse



Blu | Lofthouse



Blu | LofthouseThe Blu Lofthouse® combines the best of modern design with a classic pitched roof. Experience the wide open floor plans, two story living room, the signature Loftspace® and built-in storage solutions. Add colonial-style windows and shutters for a classic barn-style home, or go without shutters and opt for larger single-pane windows to provide an uninterrupted view of the outdoors.

The Lofthouse is offered in two to four bedroom floor plans, with open or separate dining areas and a multitude of interior and exterior finish options. Enhance the double-height living room with two fireplace options coupled with sleek, built-in casework. Create additional space and light with our attic package, complete with 3 skylights and 2 windows. As with all of our homes, the Lofthouse comes standard with an engineered steel frame, as well as energy-efficient and eco-friendly finishes, making it as strong and healthy as it is beautiful.

BEDROOMS 2–4

BATHS 3

FLOORS 2






3 Bedroom with Loftspace

SECOND FLOOR PLAN

FIRST FLOOR PLAN1

2

49’-0”

20’-

6”20

’-6”

NOT INCLUDED

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

UPGRADE

29'-3”

18'-6”

8’4’2’0

DOWN

UP

LOFTSPACE11’-4” x 17’-4”

DINING/LIVING AREA

32’-8” x 11’-7”

KITCHEN12’-7” x 7’-2”

BEDROOM 213’-8” x 9’-6”

BATH7’-10” x 6’-2”

ENTRYMECHANICAL CLOSET

BEDROOM 111’-5” x 9’-5”


WIC5’ x 5’

MASTER BATH10’5” x 5’

BATH7’6” x 5’

W/D

PULL STAIR ABOVE

Blu | Lofthouse



0 2’ 4’ 8’

NOT INCLUDED

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

UPGRADE

29'-3”

18'-6”

49’-0”

20’-

6”20

’-6”

SECOND FLOOR PLAN

FIRST FLOOR PLAN1

2

DOWN

BEDROOM 211’-4” x 9’-5”

BEDROOM 111’-5” x 9’-5”


WIC5’ x 5’


BATH7’6” x 5’

DINING/LIVING AREA

32’-8” x 11’-7”

KITCHEN12’-7” x 7’-2”

UP

OFFICE/MEDIA ROOM11’-4” x 12’

BATH7’-10” x 6’-2”

ENTRY

PULL STAIR ABOVE

MECHANICAL CLOSET

W/D

3 BedroomBlu | Lofthouse



3 Bedroom 4 Bedroom

49’-0”

20’-

6”20

’-6”

NOT INCLUDED

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

UPGRADE

29'-3”

18'-6”

0 2’ 4’ 8’

SECOND FLOOR PLAN

FIRST FLOOR PLAN1

2

UP

DOWN

BEDROOM 211’-4” x 9’-5”

BEDROOM 111’-5” x 9’-5”


WIC5’ x 5’


BATH7’6” x 5’

W/D

DINING/LIVING AREA

32’-8” x 11’-7”

KITCHEN12’-7” x 7’-2”

BEDROOM 313’-8” x 9’-6”

BATH7’-10” x 6’-2”

ENTRYMECHANICAL CLOSET

PULL STAIR ABOVE

Blu | Lofthouse



Blu | Balance



Blu | BalanceThe Blu Balance® is one of the most spacious and versatile Blu designs. Suitable for growing families and downsizers alike, the single-story home centers around a large, 34’ wide living space with 16’ high ceilings and beautiful clerestory windows that bring in plentiful natural light. The large kitchen and island are perfect for sharing meals with family and friends and the open floor plan allows easy flow between kitchen and living room. An elegant master suite features a luxurious master closet, bathroom and sitting area, while two additional bedrooms provide flexible space for guest rooms or a home office. All of the Balance rooms include abundant windows and a full wall of sliding glass doors, creating bright, healthy spaces.

The versatility of the Balance design means that it can work in almost all geographies, as well as on narrow urban and suburban lots—perfect for a primary residence, cottage or beach house.

BEDROOMS 3

BATHS 2






3 Bedroom

NOT INCLUDED

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

UPGRADE

18'=9”

10'-9”

8’4’2’0

18’-

6”17

’-6”

36’-

0”

49’-0”

61’-0”

12’-0”

ENTRYKITCHEN21’ x 9’-6”

BEDROOM 211’ x 11’-6”

DINING/LIVING AREA21’ x 25’

BEDROOM 114’ x 11’6”

BATH7’ 5”x 5’

MASTER BEDROOM16’ x 17’

CLOSET

MASTER BATH11’ x 5’

MECHW/D

Blu | Balance



Balance



2 Bedroom

8’4’2’0

NOT INCLUDED

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

UPGRADE

18'=9”

10'-9”

18’-

6”17

’-6”

36’-

0”

49’-0”

61’-0”

12’-0”

ENTRYKITCHEN21’ x 9’-6”

DINING/LIVING AREA21’ x 25’

BEDROOM 111’ x 11’6”

BATH7’ 5”x 5’

MASTER BATH11’ x 5’

MECH


W/D

CLOSET

Blu | Balance



Blu | Evolution



Blu | EvolutionThe Blu Evolution® is a dynamic two-story design ideal for a single family home or vacation residence, especially if you want to take advantage of a beautiful view. Designed with value in mind but with maximum living space, Evolution’s south-facing windows and high ceilings make the interior bright and airy. An open floor plan and roomy kitchen mean your space is as useful and efficient as it is eco-friendly.

The Evolution comes with three or four bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Need a little extra privacy? Escape to the top floor master bedroom with ample windows. Add a rooftop deck for the ultimate room with a view.

BEDROOMS 3–4

BATHS 2

BUILDING AREA Level 1 49’–0” x 20’–6” Level 2 49’–0” x 11’–10”





3 Bedroom

49’-0”

11’-

10”

0 2’ 4’ 8’

2

1 FIRST FLOOR PLAN

SECOND FLOOR PLAN

20’-

6”

NOT INCLUDED

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

UPGRADE

22'-2”

10'-3”

18'-8”


KITCHEN13’-6” x 9’

DINING/LIVING AREA35’-6” x 10’

UP

MECH.ROOM

W/D

BATH7’-5”x 5’

BATH7’ 5”x 5’

LOUNGE9’x10’

BEDROOM 112’ x 9’-6”


DOWN

Blu | Evolution



Evolution



4 Bedroom

20’-

6”

SECOND FLOOR PLAN

FIRST FLOOR PLAN1

2

NOT INCLUDED

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

UPGRADE

22'-2”

10'-3”

18'-8”

49’-0”

11’-

10”

0 2’ 4’ 8’

KITCHEN13’-6” x 9’

DINING/LIVING AREA35’-6” x 10’

UP

MECH.ROOM

W/D

BATH7’-5”x 5’




BATH7’ 5”x 5’

BEDROOM 111’-8” X 10’

DOWN

Blu | Evolution



Blu | Element



Blu | ElementThe Blu Element® is designed to be extraordinarily eco-friendly, efficient and convenient. The Element is “designed big” rather than “built big,” meaning that it has been thoughtfully designed to feel more spacious and to allow for a smaller overall footprint with the same functionality and comfort level. Some of the key Element features include up to 12’ high ceilings, a multi-function living area and abundant windows, including beautiful clerestory windows and a wall of sliding glass doors that wash the interior with natural light.

The Element comes in two lengths and a multitude of floor plans ranging from one to three bedrooms and up to 1.5 bathrooms. Because of its compact single-story layout, the Element is uniquely suited for the retirement years and fully accessible fittings and fixtures can be installed as needed.

BEDROOMS 1–3

BATHS 1–1.5

BUILDING AREA 37’–0” x 20’–6” or 49’–0” x 20’–6”


SQUARE FOOTAGE 756 and 1,002



W/D MECH

W/D

MECH

1 BEDROOM LARGE

2 BEDROOM SMALL

1

2

20’-

6”

37’-0”

20’-

6”

37’-0”

0 2’ 4’ 8’

NOT INCLUDED

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

UPGRADE

10'

15'

DINING/LIVING23’-7” x 9’-5”

KITCHEN13’-4” x 6’-7”

DINING/LIVING 23’-7” x 9’-5”

BEDROOM 111’-8” x 9’-2”

BEDROOM 111’-11” x 9’-5”

BEDROOM 210’-11” x 8’-11”

BATH7’-5” x 5’KITCHEN

13’-4” x 6’-7”

BATH8’-3” x 6’-4”

W/D

1 Bedroom and 2 Bedroom Blu | Element



49’-0”

20’-

6”

0 2’ 4’ 8’

NOT INCLUDED

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

UPGRADE

10'

15'

BEDROOM 115’-8” x 9’-5”

BEDROOM 210’-11” x 8’-11”

BATH7’-5” x 5’

KITCHEN13’-4” x 6’-7”


MECHW/D

49’ 2 BedroomBlu | Element



49’-0”

20’-

6”

0 2’ 4’ 8’

NOT INCLUDED

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

UPGRADE

10'

15'

BEDROOM 115’-8” x 9’-5”

BEDROOM 210’-11” x 8’-11”

BATH7’-5” x 5’

KITCHEN13’-4” x 6’-7”


MECHW/D

8’4’2’0

20’-

6”

49’-0”

NOT INCLUDED

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

UPGRADE

10'

15'

BATH7’-5” x 5’

BEDROOM 115’-8” x 9’-5”

BEDROOM 29’-5” x 9’-5”

BEDROOM 310’-11” x 8’-11”

KITCHEN13’-4” x 6’-7”


MECHW/D

49’ 3 Bedroom49’ 2 Bedroom Blu | Element



Blu | Origin



Blu | OriginBlu Origin™ is the most versatile design we offer and is now available in even more sizes and layouts. The Origin comes in three sizes—25’, 37’ and 49’ long by 18’-6” wide—and has countless possibilities on floor plans. It can be a lovely “small is beautiful” home, with one or two bedrooms for a small “camp” or lake-side retreat. As a studio, Origin is a perfect home addition, guest house or master bedroom. Other Origin home addition possibilities include a yoga space, exercise or art studio, at-home office, media room or in-law apartment. Many buyers today are combining multiple Origins together, or with other Blu models to create the home of their dreams.

BEDROOMS Studio to 2

BATHS 1


37’–0” x 18’–6”

49’–0” x 18’–6”


SQUARE FOOTAGE 461, 682 and 904



37’-0”

25’-0”

18’-

6”

18’-

6”

W/DMECH

1 BEDROOM

8’4’2’0

2

1

STUDIO

NOT INCLUDED

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

UPGRADE

12'-5”

12'-5”

BEDROOM7’ x 10’-5”

KITCHEN15’-5” x 6’-5”

DINING/LIVING15’-5” x 9’

BEDROOM 114’-3” x 12’

BATH7’-5” x 5’KITCHEN/DINING/LIVING

21’-3” x 17’

MECH

BATH7’-5”x 5’

25’ Studio and 37’ 1 Bedroom Blu | Origin



Origin



8’4’2’0

18’-

6”

49’-0”

MECH W/D

NOT INCLUDED

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

UPGRADE

12'-5”

KITCHEN/DINING/LIVING23’ X 16’

BEDROOM 29’ X 11’

BEDROOM 114’ X 11’

BATH7’-5” X 5’

49’ 2 Bedroom Blu | Origin



Blu | Garage



Blu | GarageAn extraordinary compliment to your Blu home. Available in 3 tailored packages, all garages can be finished to match your Blu home and precision-built to the same high green standards. Better yet, your Blu Garage will be designed, built and finished by the same dedicated Blu team as the rest of your home. Talk about a simple process and a beautiful home for your car! Vrroom.

Blu Garages come with a unique set of eco-friendly and convenient features. Just need a pad to park your cars? Get the Pure Garage Package, with room for 2 cars and standard electric car outlets. Looking for something more refined for your electric roadster? Choose the fully finished Premium Package, with GreenGuard® certified casework, Andersen windows and built-in electric car outlets. Outfit with twin aluminum and glass garage doors for the ultimate indoor-outdoor experience.

CARS 2 cars + storage

FOOTPRINT L-Series 22’ x 26’

W-Series 26’ x 22’

S-Series 26’8” x 22’8”

Carport 24’–6” x 24’




Blu | Garage Features

W-Series, Premium Garage

Twin aluminum and glass garage doors(or solid panel steel garage door)

Fully finished insulation, interior drywall and trim

Side-entry door for convenient access

GreenGuard®-Certified storage casework

Sealed cedar siding

Modern exterior light fixtures

Neutra house numbers*

Eco-mesh trellis*

Electric car outlet

Double-pane Andersen windows

Sil-bonit fiber cement accent panels

*Suggested accessory not supplied by Blu



PREMIUM

PREMIUM

PREMIUML-Series

PLUS

PLUS

PLUS

Carport

W-Series

S-Series

PURE PLUS

PURE

PURE

PURE

Garage



L-Series

Carport

W-Series

S-Series

| Garage - S Blu

8’4’2’0

NOT INCLUDED

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

7’-0

”2’

-10”

16’-

1”

8’-1

”

4’-0”

26’-8”

22’-

8”

TOYOTA PRIUS

(INCL. MIRRORS)

FORDEXPLORER

SUV(INCL. MIRRORS)

8’4’2’0

NOT INCLUDED

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

Blu | CARPORT

TOYOTA PRIUS

(INCL. MIRRORS)

FORDEXPLORER

SUV(INCL. MIRRORS)

8’-1

0”

10’-

10”

24’-

0”

24’-6”

8’4’2’0

NOT INCLUDED

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

Blu Garage - W|

TOYOTA PRIUS

(INCL. MIRRORS)

FORDEXPLORER

SUV(INCL. MIRRORS) 22

’-8”

26’-8”

7’-0

”3’

-5”

11’-

11”

Garage - L|Blu

8’4’2’0

NOT INCLUDED

SCALE: 3/32” = 1’-0”

7’-0

”3’

-5”

11’-

11”

26’-

8”

22’-8”

TOYOTA PRIUS

(INCL. MIRRORS)

FORDEXPLORER

SUV(INCL. MIRRORS)



Blu | Combinations



Blu | CombinationsStill not sure which Blu home may be right for you? Or needing more bedrooms to fit your need for a large home? The Blu team is happy to work with you to create a custom combination of our home models and/or site-built elements to literally create the home of your dreams.

Your Blu designer can help you add bedrooms, walk-in closets, a full basement, a first floor garage underneath or other rooms adjacent to any standard module. We can design a mud room or enhanced laundry room between your Blu garage and home. Or add extra living space serving as a pass-through (what is called a ‘site built connector’) between two Blu models. Many Blu customers have chosen to double their square footage by setting their Blu home atop a first floor and foundation that Blu Homes can help build. Others have had Blu Homes design site built connectors to join more than one home model and garages.

Blu’s eight home models all have multiple floor plan options—then you further personalize by selecting from a myriad of high-quality finishes—so there truly will be no home like the one you design for your family.

Combinations



Combinations



Blu | Finishes



Blu | Exterior Finishes

Sliding DoorsAndersen Sliding Doors Folding NanaWall upgrade

Sliding DoorAnderson Sliding Doors Folding NanaWall upgrade

Blu | Kitchen and Bath Finishes

SidingCedar in 4 Clear and STK finishes HardiePlank option in 8 colors

Siding AccentSilbonit Siding Accents in 6 colors

Door and Window ColorAndersen Exterior finishes in 3 colors

RoofStanding Seam Engineered Metal in 8 finishes

Sliding SunshadesOptional exquisite cedar sunshades on barn door tracks create shade and privacy while letting the beauty of natural sunlight in

Appliances—StandardWhirlpool or KitchenAid

Appliances—UpgradeSubZero, Wolf and Thermador

Refrigerator

Refrigerator

Microwave

Range

Oven

Warming Drawer

Microwave/ Vent Hood

Range

Venthood

Dishwasher

Dishwasher

Internal Blower

Blu Homes exterior finishes are as beautiful as they are efficient.

Blu’s standard features are others’ premiums—and include Energy Star certified appliances and your choice of finish palettes.



TileFlorida Tile and Walker Zanger options in 38 stone, glass and tile textures GreenGuard®-Certified

Kitchen SinkKohler Single and Double Basin options

CountertopCaeserstone, ECO™ by Consentino, and LG Hi-MACS countertops in 23 finishes. GreenGuard®-Certified

Cabinet StyleSolid wood cabinets in a variety of finishes

Cabinet HardwareIKEA and Top Knob hardware styles

Shower/TubDrop-in Tile Tub and Shower Sterling and Kohler Vikrel Tubs

ToiletToto Floor Mounted or Wall-Hung Dual-Flush Toilets



Finishes



FireplaceOptional Heat & Glo and Cocoon Fireplaces in 11 styles

SpeakersOptional Yamaha Natural Sound 3-Way In-Ceiling System

Heating/CoolingRadiant Floor Heating standard High Efficiency A/C and Forced Hot Air option Wall-Mounted A/C option

FlooringBamboo and reclaimed wood flooring options in 8 different finishes

Blu | Interior Finishes

Lighting Fixtures —StandardWAC and Cooper Lighting

LED Lighting Fixtures—UpgradeWAC Lighting

Track Fixtures

Track Fixtures

Under Cabinet

Under Cabinet

Recessed Can Fixtures

Recessed Can Fixtures

Pendent Fixtures

Pendent Fixtures

Blu uses green finishes and fixtures that make your home efficient and benefit the environment.

Finishes



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Expensive, time-consuming design process Drawn-out, weather-dependent construction on site

Traditional Stick-Built

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Faster ProcessBlu Homes’ operations back end—including experienced project managers and skilled factory craftspeople—allows Blu to deliver an ‘end to end’ solution for homeowners. The final product is a beautiful, healthy, superior home constructed in just 6–8 weeks.

Benefits



Healthy for Your Family and the Natural World

HealthyEnvironment

WaterConservation

EnergyEfficiency

EcoMaterials

SmartDesign

Bamboo, forest stewardship council (FSC) and reclaimed wood flooring options

Interior eco-friendly paint

Factory-built home ensures quality and a controlled environment that

keeps out moisture and mold

Andersen window and door configurations allow for abundant natural light, and contain recycled content wood fiber and glass

Facades designed based on specific orientation for passive solar siting

Radiant flooring and mini splits with high seasonal energy

efficiency rating (SEER)

Energy efficient CFL and LED lighting options available

Structural and light steel are up to 77% recycled

Steel frame has the highest strength to weight ratio, produces less waste (2% vs. 20% for lumber) and is recyclable

Rigid foam provides a tight air seal and radiant barrier

Low flow fixtures for water efficiency

Benefits



Sample Energy Costs of a Blu Element 49’ vs a Similarly-sized Existing, Energy-compliant Home

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$300

$600

$900

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Annual Energy Cost

Existing Energy-Compliant Home

Blu | Element 49'

Sample Energy Costs of a Blu Element 37’ vs a Similarly-sized Existing, Energy-compliant Home

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$300

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AnnualEnergy Cost

Existing Energy-Compliant Home

Blu | Element 37'

Sample Area: Worcester, MA

Save up to $7,000+ in 10 years in energy costs

Conserve Energy, Save 50%Living or working in a Blu home is like driving a hybrid car—it’s quiet, comfortable and energy efficient. We strongly believe that a well-insulated, cost-effective building envelope is the most important way to increase home energy efficiency. In all of our homes we use high-performing insulation and high efficiency, gas-filled windows to help self-regulate the interior home climate.

In addition to using a variety of energy-saving products and appliances, we also use innovative 3-D modeling technology to optimize the sun, wind and weather patterns specific to a particular building site—wise use of a home’s natural environment is often an inexpensive way to achieve energy savings. Overall, Blu homes are typically 50% more energy efficient than average existing homes, reducing your monthly operating costs while keeping you comfortable.



† Base pricing contained herein is subject to change at any time. Such changes will be reflected on Blu’s website. For current pricing, see bluhomes.com

Blu Homes PricingThe next pages detail Standard and Premium Market Pricing information. As you review these numbers please keep the following in mind.

Site Costs

As you estimate the cost of your project, remember to plan for site costs in addition to the cost of the Blu Home model you select. Site costs can vary greatly depending on geographic location and site variables such as the slope of your lot, soil conditions and available utility connections. As part of BluServ Plus, your Blu team will provide a preliminary range of costs and eventually a detailed written estimate to help better inform your budget. You can rest easy that with BluServ Plus, you will receive a fixed bid at contract signing providing you full transparency—and you will not have to worry about any hidden costs or fees.

Approximate Budget

The total cost of your home will depend upon a number of site-specific factors, including state and local permitting, the extent of landscaping and other site work and foundation requirements based upon slope, soil stability and seismicity. Although we will need to evaluate your project to provide a more accurate estimate of the total budget for your project, you can estimate your approximate total budget using the following table and formula:

[Blu Home Cost]+ [Site Costs] + [Land Costs] = Approximate Total Budget

Approximate Monthly Loan Payment

Most Blu customers want to finance their home purchase. Typically you begin with a construction loan, which finances the project until home construction is completed, and then rolls into a permanent home mortgage. Loan-to-value ratios vary by bank and personal financial situation, but Blu customers can typically finance about 70-80% of their home and site costs.

Base Pricing Includes u Blu house

u Standard materials and finishes

u Delivery and set on your foundation

u Finishing by our own skilled crew

u All appliances

u Designed for your site

u Project manager

Other Costs to Consider*

u Local Permitting

u Excavation

u Foundation

u Utility hook-ups

u Finish painting

u Decks, driveways, landscaping



Standard PricingBlu Homes standard pricing applies to the continental United States, excluding California, Hawaii, and Canada.

Blu Home ModelNumber of Bedrooms

Blu Home Starting Pricea

Typical Site Costsa,c

Approximate Total Budgetc

Approximate Monthly Loan

Paymentd

Origin 25' Studio $130,000 $65,000 $195,000 + land costs $629

Origin 37' 1 $155,000 $75,000 $230,000 + land costs $825


Element 37' 1-2 $170,000 $85,000 $255,000 + land costs $905

Element 49' 2-3 $205,000 $100,000 $305,000 + land costs $1,091

Evolution 3-4 $310,000 $155,000 $465,000 + land costs $1,783

Balance 3 $335,000 $165,000 $500,000 + land costs $2,102

Lofthouse 3-4 $370,000 $185,000 $555,000 + land costs $1,697

Glidehouse 2 $395,000 $195,000 $590,000 + land costs $2,025

Breezehouse 3-4 $540,000 $270,000 $840,000 + land costs $2,955

Sidebreeze 3-4 $590,000 $295,000 $885,000 + land costs $3,229

Breeze or Glide Pod 17' Studio $110,000 $55,000 $165,000 + land costs $586

Breeze or Glide Pod 25' 1-2 $125,000 $60,000 $185,000 + land costs $658

Garages $35,500

Carports $22,000

Pricing



Premium Market PricingBlu charges a premium in California and Canada to cover additional services (such as documentation, higher crane mobilization fees, engineering load calculations, seismic upgrades and required fire sprinklers), material costs and meet regional code and permitting requirements—allowing us to better serve our customers.






Paymentd

Origin 25' Studio $145,000 $70,000 $215,000 + land costs $772


Origin 49' 2 $210,000 $105,000 $315,000 + land costs $1,118

Element 37' 1-2 $185,000 $90,000 $275,000 + land costs $985

Element 49' 2-3 $225,000 $110,000 $335,000 + land costs $1,197

Evolution 3-4 $340,000 $170,000 $510,000 + land costs $1,942

Balance 3 $365,000 $180,000 $545,000 + land costs $2,368

Lofthouse 3-4 $405,000 $200,000 $605,000 + land costs $1,809

Glidehouse 2 $445,000 $220,000 $665,000 + land costs $2,155

Breezehouse 3-4 $585,000 $290,000 $875,000 + land costs $3,113

Sidebreeze 3-4 $625,000 $310,000 $935,000 + land costs $3,326

Breeze or Glide Pod 17' Studio $120,000 $60,000 $180,000 + land costs $640

Breeze or Glide Pod 25' 1-2 $135,000 $65,000 $200,000 + land costs $711

Garages $39,000

Carports $24,000

Land costs vary by location and parcel size and are typically paid in cash.a. Additional charges may apply based upon geographic location, site-specific conditions and applicable state and local sales tax. Please contact our sales team at [email protected] for more details. All prices are USD.b. Given the unique logistical requirements, delivery costs are not included in the base price for Hawaii-based projects and will be priced on a project-by-project basis. Please contact [email protected] for more information.


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Hawai’i PricingBlu charges a premium for the Hawaiian Islands that includes the cost of shipping.






Paymentd

Origin 25’ Studio $165,000 $85,000 $250,000+ land costs $879

Origin 37’ 1 $205,000 $105,000 $310,000+ land costs $1,092

Origin 49’ 2 $240,000 $120,000 $360,000+ land costs $1,279

Element 37’ 1-2 $215,000 $110,000 $325,000+ land costs $1,146

Element 49’ 2-3 $255,000 $130,000 $385,000+ land costs $1,359

Evolution 3-4 $380,000 $190,000 $570,000+ land costs $2,025

Balance 3 $405,000 $205000 $610,000+ land costs $2,158

Lofthouse 3-4 $445,000 $220,000 $670,000+ land costs $2,371

Glidehouse 2 $485,000 $240,000 $730,000+ land costs $2,584

Breezehouse 3-4 $635,000 $320,000 $955,000+ land costs $3,384

Sidebreeze 3-4 $675,000 $340,000 $1,015,000+ land costs $3,597

Breeze or Glide Pod 17’ Studio $140,000 $70,000 $210,000+ land costs $746

Breeze or Glide Pod 25’ 1-2 $155,000 $85,000 $250,000+ land costs $879

Garages $39,000

Carports $24,000

c. The total cost of your home will depend upon a number of site-specific factors, including state and local permitting, the extent of landscaping and other site development costs, and foundation requirements based upon slope, soil stability and seismicity. Please contact our sales team to discuss a budget for your specific project.

d. For illustrative purposes only; please consult with a bank or lender for actual pricing. This estimate does not include the cost of land and assumes a 30 year fixed loan at 3.250% to 3.625% and a FICO score of 740+ with 20% down, using the calculator on bankrate.com for San Francisco, California 95030. Your loan rates may vary.



Finding LandThe Blu Land Search Program helps our clients find land, perform site visits and ensure that the land is build-able. As part of the program, we currently provide:

u Exclusive land sites that marry beautifully with Blu homes

u A Realtor Partnership Program offering 2% commission on the home for helping our clients find land

u A personalized land search providing a curated list of potential land sales based on your criteria

u Site assessments by our project management team to ensure deliverability and build-ability

Financing Your HomeThe Blu Financial Partners Program is happy to help you work through your financing. Financing your home will start with a Construction Loan. Once construction is complete, your loan will be converted to a traditional home loan (mortgage).

To assist you in this process, we currently provide:

u Introductions to lenders on our Lender’s List, appropriate for your geography

u Initial estimates for your lender on our costs

Blu helps you find land, finance your home and manage your project!

Services



Managing Your ProjectBlu Homes is proud to offer BluServ Plus—the next step in Blu’s commitment to changing the customer home-building experience.

With Blu Serv Plus, Blu Homes will take care of your project from initial conception to final walk-through. This completely turn-key solution for building your beautiful, precision-built home makes the process of owning a Blu Home even more seamless.

BluServ Plus includes:

u A single point of contact—Blu acts as your general contractor and will be responsible for managing all aspects of the construction, design, and permitting to complete your Blu home

u An attractive price with no surprises—you receive a fixed bid for your entire project at the time of contract

u Peace of mind—Blu provides you with the comfort of one partner from the beginning until you move into your new home with a reliable and clearly articulated schedule

Services



Contact Blu Homes at

[email protected]

866.887.7997

Offices

Boston130 Turner St., Suite 610 Waltham, MA 02453

San Francisco 200 Pine St., Suite 800 San Francisco, CA 94104

Ann Arbor1250 N Main St. Suite 1Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Factory

Vallejo1245 Nimitz Ave. Vallejo, CA 94592

Build Your Blu Home Today!

Blu is the only prefab home-builder that offers spans that are 18’ to 25’ wide and ceilings up to 16’ high, making your living areas feel more open, sunny and spacious than traditional prefab spaces. Our proprietary folding technology allows us to deliver these spacious homes at a shipping cost that is a fraction of that of typical prefab building companies.

And that’s just the start! We build our homes for beauty, comfort and health with warm open spaces that interact with nature, abundant natural light, pure materials, exceptional insulation and ventilation with features that are fun and reduce our carbon footprint.

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