Eco-Chic Coastal Home

Taking green living to new heights, this stunning Encinitas home on Neptune Avenue is about to become LEED Platinum-certified by the U.S. Green Building Council. Boasting three bedrooms/3.5 bathrooms, it features high-performance Loewen doors and windows, Miele Energy Star appliances, a solar hot water heater, FSC-certified wood for cabinetry and flooring, low-flow Hans-Grohe fixtures, and the list goes on. Additional eco-friendly measures include two living “green roofs,” a water-efficient irrigation system, and a garage that is pre-wired for hybrid/electric vehicle plug-in. The property is listed with Laura Barry. (858/756-2266, www.laurabarryluxuryestates.com)   JANE SHIOMI