Blu Homes Product Overview
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An overview of all of our beautiful and eco-friendly Blu Homes models, including descriptions, photos, renderings, floorplans, and specifications.
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The Blu Homes Story
Blu Homes started out as a two-year research study
with graduate students at MIT and RISD 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 beautiful,
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, President and Founder
Introduction
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Blu’s Unique Approach
Blu 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.
A 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 within 7-9 months and at a fixed
and transparent price.
Introduction
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Blu’s Steel Framing
Blu’s 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
into our homes.
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Blu Building Process
Built in Blu’s factory by our highly skilled craftsman,
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 Lifestyle
One of the most exciting aspects of the
Blu 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 almost
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 You
Using 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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Introducing Our Homes
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Blu | Breezehouse
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Blu | Breezehouse
The 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 around 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, and is available across North America.
BEDROOMS: 3-4 + Optional Pod
BATHS: 3
BUILDING AREA: 56’ x 54’
CEILING HEIGHT: Up to 14’
PRICE: Starting at $515,000
Optional 1 Bed/1 Bath Pod starting at $105,000 Optional 2 Bed/1 Bath Pod starting at $120,000
BEDROOM 1 11’-7” x 17’-2”
BEDROOM 2 11’-7” x 11’-2”
BATH7’-5” x 5’
MECH
OPTIONAL POD
18’
24’
10
UPGRADE
NOT INCLUDED
ENTRY COURT
BREEZESPACE 225’-0” x 20’-0”
MASTER BATH14’-9” x 5’-0”
BEDROOM 3(GUEST/OFFICE)10’-0” x 10’-5”
ENTRY
MASTER BEDROOM18’-4” x 11’-2”
LIBRARY15’-9” x 11’-2”BEDROOM 2
10’-10” x 12’-0”
MECH6’-8” x 3’-5”
MECH4’-10”
x 5’-4”
BATH 37’-9” x 15’
LNDRY5’-4”
x 5’-4”
CLE
AN
ING
PAN
TRY
CO
ATS
REAR COURT
KITCHEN17’-5” x 16’-10”
BATH 2CLOSET
FLOOR PLAN - 3 BEDROOM / 3 BATH + LIBRARY
18’
56’ 20’
54’
48’-6”
18’
OPTIONAL DESK AREA
BEDROOM 1 11’-7” x 17’-2”
BEDROOM 2 11’-7” x 11’-2”
BATH7’-5” x 5’
MECH
OPTIONAL POD
18’
24’
17
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12
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3 Bedroom and Library plus Optional Pod Blu | Breezehouse
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BATH 37’-9” x 15’
LNDRY5’-4”
x 5’-4”
CLE
AN
ING
PAN
TRY
BREEZESPACE 225’-0” x 20’-0”
ENTRY COURT
MASTER BATH14’-9” x 5’-0”
BEDROOM 4(GUEST/OFFICE)10’-0” x 10’-5”
ENTRY
MASTER BEDROOM18’-4” x 11’-2”
BEDROOM 311’-2” x 11’-2”
BEDROOM 210’-10” x 12’-0”
MECH6’-8” x 3’-5”
REAR COURT
KITCHEN17’-5” x 16’-10”
BATH 2
FLOOR PLAN - 4 BEDROOM / 3 BATH
CLOSET
MECH4’-10”
x 5’-4”
CO
ATS 18’
20’
54’
56’
48’-6”
18’
OPTIONAL DESK AREA
BEDROOM 15’-7” x 11’-2”
BATH7’-5” x 5’
MECH
OPTIONAL POD
18’
16’
UPGRADE
NOT INCLUDED
17
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12
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4 Bedroom plus Optional PodBlu | Breezehouse
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ENTRY COURT
BEDROOM 3(GUEST/OFFICE)10’-0” x 10’-5”
MASTER BEDROOM29’-2” x 11’-2”
MASTER CLOSET15’-9” x 5’-6”
MECH4’-10”
x 5’-4”
BATH 37’-9” x 15’
LNDRY5’-4”
x 5’-4”
CLE
AN
ING
PAN
TRY
CO
ATS
REAR COURT
BREEZESPACE 225’-0” x 20’-0”
MASTER BATH14’-9” x 5’-0”
ENTRY
BEDROOM 211’-2” x 11’-2”
MECH6’-8” x 3’-5”
KITCHEN17’-5” x 16’-10”
BATH 2
SITTING/DRESSINGAREA
FLOOR PLAN - 3 BEDROOM / 3 BATH - ENLARGED MASTER SUITE
20’
54’
56’
48’-6”
18’
18’
OPTIONAL DESK AREA
OFFICE15’-7” x 11’-2”
BATH7’-5” x 5’
MECH
OPTIONAL POD
18’
16’
UPGRADE
NOT INCLUDED
3 Bedroom with Enlarged Master plus Optional Pod
17
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12
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4 Bedroom plus Optional Pod Blu | Breezehouse
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Blu | Glidehouse
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Blu | Glidehouse
The 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 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: 64’-6”x 36’
CEILING HEIGHT: Up to 13’-9”
PRICE: Starting at $385,000
Optional 1 Bed/1 Bath Pod starting at $105,000 Optional 2 Bed/1 Bath Pod starting at $120,000
REFLECTINGPOOL
EDIBLEGARDEN
LIVING ROOM16’ x 16’
DINING ROOM15’-6”x 17’
KITCHEN16’ x 17’
BEDROOM 211’-6” x 11’
OFFICE13’ x 11’
BATH 25’-8” x 10’-9”
M. BATH5’-8” x 11’-4”
MASTER BEDROOM22’-6”x 17’-3”
18’
18’
64’-6”
48’-6”
BEDROOM 15’-7” x 11’-2”
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2 Bedroom and 2 Bathroom plus Optional Pod
REFLECTINGPOOL
EDIBLEGARDEN
LIVING ROOM16’ x 16’
DINING ROOM15’-6”x 17’
KITCHEN16’ x 17’
BEDROOM 211’-6” x 11’
OFFICE13’ x 11’
BATH 25’-8” x 10’-9”
M. BATH5’-8” x 11’-4”
MASTER BEDROOM22’-6”x 17’-3”
18’
18’
64’-6”
48’-6”
BEDROOM 15’-7” x 11’-2”
BEDROOM 15’-7” x 11’-2”
BATH7’-5” x 5’
MECH
OPTIONAL POD
18’
16’
9’-9
”1
6’ -3
”
UPGRADE
NOT INCLUDED
Blu | Glidehouse
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Blu | Lofthouse
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Blu | Lofthouse
The 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
BUILDING AREA: 48’ x 20’
CEILING HEIGHT: Up to 17’-6”
PRICE: Starting at $355,000
BATHROOM7’-10” x 6’-2”
KITCHEN12’-7” x 7’-2”
ENTRYUP
48’
20’
MECHANICALCLOSET
First Floor
BEDROOM13’-8” x 9’-6”
DINING/ LIVING AREA
32’-8” x 11’-7”
20
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9’-3
”
MASTERBEDROOM11’-5” x 13’BEDROOM
11’-5” x 9’-5”
WIC5’ x 5’
MASTER BATH10’-5” x 5’
BATH7’-6” x 5’
PULL STAIR ABOVE
DN
20’
48’
W/D
Second Floor
LOFTSPACE11’-4” x 17’-4”
3 Bedroom and 3 Bathroom with Loftspace
BATHROOM7’-10” x 6’-2”
KITCHEN12’-7” x 7’-2”
ENTRYUP
48’
20’
MECHANICALCLOSET
First Floor
BEDROOM13’-8” x 9’-6”
DINING/ LIVING AREA
32’-8” x 11’-7”
UPGRADE
NOT INCLUDED
Blu | Lofthouse
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3 Bedroom and 3 Bathroom
MASTERBEDROOM11’-5” x 13’BEDROOM
11’-5” x 9’-5”
WIC5’ x 5’
MASTER BATH10’-5” x 5’
BATH7’-6” x 5’
PULL STAIR ABOVE
DN
20’
48’
W/D
Second Floor
BEDROOM11’-4” X 9’-5”
BATHROOM7’-10” x 6’-2”
KITCHEN12’-7” x 7’-2”
ENTRYUP
48’
20’
DN
First Floor
BEDROOM13’-8” x 9’-6”
DINING/ LIVING AREA
32’-8” x 11’-7”
BATHROOM7’-10” x 6’-2”
KITCHEN12’-7” x 7’-2”
ENTRYUP
48’
20’
MECHANICALCLOSET
First Floor
OFFICE/MEDIA ROOM11’-4” x 12’
DINING/ LIVING AREA
34’-10” x 11’-7”
18
’-6” 2
9’-3
”
UPGRADE
NOT INCLUDED
Blu | Lofthouse
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3 Bedroom and 3 Bathroom
MASTERBEDROOM11’-5” x 13’BEDROOM
11’-5” x 9’-5”
WIC5’ x 5’
MASTER BATH10’-5” x 5’
BATH7’-6” x 5’
PULL STAIR ABOVE
DN
20’
48’Second Floor
BEDROOM11’-4” X 9’-5”
BATHROOM7’-10” x 6’-2”
KITCHEN12’-7” x 7’-2”
ENTRYUP
48’
20’
DN
First Floor
BEDROOM13’-8” x 9’-6”
DINING/ LIVING AREA
32’-8” x 11’-7”
18
’-6” 2
9’-3
”
UPGRADE
NOT INCLUDED
4 Bedroom and 3 Bathroom Blu | Lofthouse
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Blu | Balance
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Blu | Balance
The 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
BUILDING AREA: 60’ x 36’
CEILING HEIGHT: Up to 16’
PRICE: Starting at $315,000
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DINING/LIVING AREA21’ X 25’
KITCHEN21’ X 9’-6”
MASTER BEDROOM16’ X 17’
MASTER BATH11’-6” X 5’
BATH7’-5” X 5’
ENTRY
BEDROOM 311’-6” X 11‘’
CLOSET
36’
48’
60’
W/D
BEDROOM 214’ X 11’
MECH
18
’-9”
10
’-9”
3 Bedroom and 2 Bathroom
UPGRADE
NOT INCLUDED
Blu | Balance
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LIVING AREA35’ X 15’-6”
OFFICE/LIBRARY
KITCHEN/DINING21’ X 19’
MASTER BEDROOM16’ X 17’
MASTER BATH11’-6” X 5’
BATH7’-5” X 5’
ENTRY
CLOSET
36’
48’
60’
W/D
BEDROOM 214’ X 11’
MECH
2 Bedroom and 2 Bathroom
18
’-9”
10
’-9”
UPGRADE
NOT INCLUDED
Blu | Balance
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2 Bedroom and 2 Bathroom
Balance
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Blu | Evolution
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Blu | Evolution
The 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 – 48’ x 20’-6” Level 2 – 48’ x 12’
CEILING HEIGHT: Up to 10’-9”
PRICE: Starting at $295,000
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18
’-8”
10
’-3” 2
2’-2
”
3 Bedroom and 2 Bathroom
MASTER BEDROOM
BEDROOM 3/HOME OFFICE
BEDROOM 2
DINING/LIVING AREA
BATH
BATH
KITCHEN
UP
HW
W/D
DOWN
LOUNGE ROOFDECK
First Floor
Second Floor
12’ X 10’
9’ X 10’
12’ X 9’- 6”
35-6” X 10’
6’ X 10’
7’-5” X 5’
7’-5” X 5’
13’-6” X 9’ 12’ X 9’-6”
48’
48’
20’-6”
12’
1 2 5
EVOLUTION – 3 BEDROOM GROUND FLOOR
EVOLUTION – 3 BEDROOM SECOND FLOOR
1 2 5
MASTER BEDROOM
BEDROOM 3/HOME OFFICE
BEDROOM 2
DINING/LIVING AREA
BATH
BATH
KITCHEN
UP
HW
W/D
DOWN
LOUNGE ROOFDECK
First Floor
Second Floor
12’ X 10’
9’ X 10’
12’ X 9’- 6”
35-6” X 10’
6’ X 10’
7’-5” X 5’
7’-5” X 5’
13’-6” X 9’ 12’ X 9’-6”
48’
48’
20’-6”
12’
1 2 5
EVOLUTION – 3 BEDROOM GROUND FLOOR
EVOLUTION – 3 BEDROOM SECOND FLOOR
1 2 5
UPGRADE
NOT INCLUDED
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BEDROOM 3/HOME OFFICE
BEDROOM 2
DINING/LIVING AREA
BATH
BATH
KITCHEN
UP
HW
W/D
DOWN
LOUNGE
MASTERBEDROOM
BEDROOM 4
First Floor
Second Floor
12’ X 10’11’-8” X 10’
9’ X 10’
12’ X 9’- 6”
35-6” X 10’
7’-5” X 5’
7’-5” X 5’
13’-6” X 9’ 12’ X 9’-6”
20’-6”
12’
48’
48’
1 2 5
EVOLUTION – 4 BEDROOM GROUND FLOOR
EVOLUTION – 4 BEDROOM SECOND FLOOR
1 2 5
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BEDROOM 3/HOME OFFICE
BEDROOM 2
DINING/LIVING AREA
BATH
BATH
KITCHEN
UP
HW
W/D
DOWN
LOUNGE
MASTERBEDROOM
BEDROOM 4
First Floor
Second Floor
12’ X 10’11’-8” X 10’
9’ X 10’
12’ X 9’- 6”
35-6” X 10’
7’-5” X 5’
7’-5” X 5’
13’-6” X 9’ 12’ X 9’-6”
20’-6”
12’
48’
48’
1 2 5
EVOLUTION – 4 BEDROOM GROUND FLOOR
EVOLUTION – 4 BEDROOM SECOND FLOOR
1 2 5
4 Bedroom and 2 Bathroom
18
’-8”
10
’-3” 2
2’-2
”
UPGRADE
NOT INCLUDED
Blu | Evolution
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Evolution
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Blu | Element
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Blu | Element
The Blu | Element® is designed to be extraordinarily eco-
friendly, efficient, and convenient. Using Blu’s Smart
Design concept, 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 1-1/2 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: 36’ x 20’-6”; 48’ x 20’-6”
CEILING HEIGHT: Up to 12’
PRICE: Element 36’ starting at $160,000 Element 48’ starting at $195,000
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36’
20’-6”
One Bedroom
BEDROOM11’-8” x 9’-2”
BATH8’-3” x 6’-4”
KITCHEN, DINING, LIVING23’-6” x 18’-11”
36’
20’-6”
Two Bedroom
BEDROOM11’-11” x 9’-5”
BEDROOM10’-11” x 8’-11”
BATH7’-5” x 5’
DINING, LIVING23’-7” x 9’-5”
KITCHEN13’-4” x 6’-7”
10
’ 15
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36’– 1 Bedroom and 36’– 2 Bedroom
UPGRADE
NOT INCLUDED
Blu | Element
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DINING, LIVING 31’-10” x 13’-6”
KITCHEN13’-4” x 6’-7”
BEDROOM10’-11” x 8’-11”
BATH7’-5” x 5’
BEDROOM15’-8” x 9’-5”
Two Bedroom48’
20’-6”
BEDROOM10’-11” x 8’-11”
BATH7’-5” x 5’
BEDROOM15’-8” x 9’-5”
BEDROOM9’-5” x 9’-5”
KITCHEN, DINING, LIVING21’-11” x 18’-8”
Three Bedroom48’
20’-6”
48’– 2 Bedroom and 48’– 3 Bedroom
10
’ 15
’
UPGRADE
NOT INCLUDED
Blu | Element
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Blu | Origin
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Blu | Origin
Blu | Origin® is the most versatile design we offer and is
now available in even more sizes, layouts and roof lines.
The Origin comes in three sizes—24’, 36’ and 48’ long
by 18’ 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: Suite to 2
BATHS: 1
BUILDING AREA: 24’ x 18’ 36’ x 18’ 48’ x 18’
CEILING HEIGHT: Up to 9’
PRICE: Origin 24’ starting at $125,000 Origin 36’ starting at $150,000 Origin 48’ starting at $180,000
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’-5”
12
’-5”
12
’-5”
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KITCHEN, DINING, LIVING21’-3” x 17’
BEDROOM14’-3” x 12’
BATH7’-5” x 5’
36’
18’
DINING & LIVING16’-3” x 9’
KITCHEN9’-3” x 8’
BATH7’-5” x 5’
BEDROOM7’-9” x 12”
KITCHENETTE9’-3” x 8’
24’
18’
KITCHEN, DINING, LIVING24’-6” x 17’
BEDROOM9’-3” x 12’
BEDROOM14’-3” x 12’
BATH7’-5” x 5’
48’
18’
UPGRADE
NOT INCLUDED
24’, 36’, and 48’
12
’-5”
12
’-5”
12
’-5”
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Blu | Combinations
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Blu | Combinations
Many buyers today are combining multiple Blu
models to create the home of their dreams. Blu
has also worked with clients to incorporate site-
built elements such as decks, walk-out lower
levels, and carports. The options are endless.
Come explore!
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Smart Design is what lays the foundation of successful green buildings. This means using advanced computer modeling to site your Blu home to maximize natural light and passive heating and cooling while allowing beautiful views and interaction with nature. It means designing to use less and using interior space wisely. Finally, it means designing for flexibility—our homes are built to adapt to changes in future use, and can be added onto as your family grows.
Healthy Environments are important in any live, work, or play space. We design our homes to use high ceilings and wise window placement to maximize the air flow and natural light that keep spaces bright and clean, and minimize toxins like formaldehyde and VOCs in our materials. Just as importantly, our insulation not only helps energy efficiency but also makes the space quieter and vibration resistant for more peaceful living.
We focus on incorporating as many recycled, reclaimed, and renewable products as possible in our homes to be respectful of the earth’s resources. Our off-site factory construction also allows us to reduce waste and use fewer materials overall — approximately 50% to 75% less waste during construction. Finally, we choose products for longevity and low maintenance — materials with longer lives mean less work for owners and less waste.
Blu homes maximize energy efficiency through an extremely tight and well-insulated building envelope, efficient heating and cooling, fixtures and appliances, and energy monitoring systems that provide transparency on how much energy you are using. Also, our proprietary steel hybrid framing makes our homes “solar ready” and with each home we provide a projection of future energy use as well as ideas about introducing renewable energy sources.
Every living thing on this planet depends on a clean, healthy water supply and this dependency connects us all to each other. Blu homes use low-flow fixtures and can be used with optional grey water, living roof, and rainwater catchment systems.
Our goal at Blu is to make being “green” easier and more affordable. All our homes meet American Lung Association Health House program standards and are LEED certifiable.
Blu homes follow five Eco-Principles that make them beautiful, comfortable, efficient, and friendly to the earth:
Green Living
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 primer
Factory built home ensures quality and a controlled environment that keeps moisture and mold out
Andersen window and door configurations allow for abundant natural light, contain recycled content wood fiber and glass, and meet the national fenestration rating council (NFRC) energy performance ratings
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
Exterior rigid foam provides a tight air seal and radiant barrier helps to maintain a constant interior temperature
Low flow fixtures for water efficiency
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Sample Energy Costs of a 48’ Blu | Element vs a Similarly-sized Existing, Energy-compliant Home
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Sample Energy Costs of a 36’ Blu | Element vs a Similarly-sized Existing, Energy-compliant Home
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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 Includes
u Blu house
u Standard materials and finishes
u Delivered and set on your foundation
u Finished by our own skilled crew
u All appliances
Other Costs to Consider*
u Local Permitting
u Excavation
u Foundation
u Utility hook-ups
u Finish painting
u Decks, garages, driveways, landscaping
* Additional charges may apply based upon geographic location, site-specific conditions and applicable state and local sales tax. A California Premium of 10% of the factory price applies to the total price of all homes delivered and set in the state of California. Additional set delivery premiums may apply for other geographies. Please contact our sales team at [email protected] for more details. All prices are USD.
† 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 Pricing
Blu is committed to providing the greatest transparency possible on home pricing.
Standard Blu Homes come designed for free. All prices and premiums are published
online, and Blu strives to minimize any extra delivery or building charges due to
difficult sites or engineering requirements. In addition, Blu builds in its factory,
where costs are often a fraction of what they would be on site. Thus, your home will
come fully equipped and set by our Blu team with appliances, cabinets, countertops,
lighting, and floors—all eco-friendly, and all at a transparent, fixed price.†
Model Starting Price*
Origin 24 $125,000
Origin 36 $150,000
Origin 48 $180,000
Element 36 $160,000
Element 48 $195,000
Evolution $295,000
Balance $315,000
Lofthouse $355,000
Glidehouse $385,000
Breezehouse $515,000
Pod 16 $105,000
Pod 24 $120,000
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Contact Blu Homes at:
East Coast760 Main St. Waltham, MA 02451
1(866) 887-7997
West Coast500 Third St., Suite 230 San Francisco, CA 94107
1(866) 887-7997
Build Your Blu Home Today!
03/20/12
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
and features that are fun and reduce our carbon footprint.
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760 Main St . , Wal tham, MA | 500 Th i rd St . , San Franc i sco , CA
