Construction Details


It's easy being green..

It's Easy Being Green...

Although there are many palate pleasing reasons to visit The Carlton Winemakers Studio, an important aspect of the facility that draws attention is its "green" construction.

The first winery registerd with the US Green Building Council, The Carlton Winemakers Studio was designed to be compliant with LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification, promoting a whole – building approach to sustainability by recognizing five key areas of human and environmental health: sustainable site development, water savings, energy efficiency, materials selection, and indoor environmental quality.

Some of the most intriguing environmental building materials and techniques are the following:

  • Below foundation water capture and reuse
  • North roof water capture and reuse
  • Clear roofing materials
  • Daylighting, windows, doors, and hallway
  • Night air cooling
  • Coal byproduct (fly-ash)/concrete mix
  • Recycled mats, paint, office desk materials, roofing metal, carpet
  • Non-conventional material uses: sals-walls, curtains, shade
  • Reused: counter tops (SS & acid resistant composite), light, concrete, sinks
  • Dynamic flow air pocket walls
  • Earth berm / below grade walls for natural cooling

If you would like to see the innovative use of materials for yourself. Please call for reservations. Weekday, private, or group tours and tastings are available.