Kelly and I had a great time hanging out with the Red Tree Builder Team these past two weekends for the AHBA's home tour. We were, also, fortunate enough to learn more about WNC's first SmartFlower installation at Red Tree's latest and coolest construction in North Asheville. The SmartFlower will power approximately 75% of this home for the owners. The plug-in unit is programmed to track the sun during daylight, close up at night and even clean itself. Sweet!

Want to know more? Contact Wendall Morris at Creative Innovative Designs pictured here. And thanks to Red Tree Builders for taking the leap with this innovative new product. Cheers!

Appalachian State University's Prize Winner I came across this video searching for information on ASU's solar homestead project that they entered into the U.S.Department of Energy's Solar Decathlon. The team won the People's Choice award at the event. The project is a modern day version of a pioneer settler's home of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Enjoy! Buildapedia's Video of ASU's Solar Entryhttp://youtu.be/vyie7oTzUi0