What is The CharityWorks GreenHouse?

The CharityWorks GreenHouse is the first carbon neutral show house on the East Coast. The CharityWorks GreenHouse, constructed by WEST*GROUP in collaboration with Fairfax County based GreenSpur, Inc., features the eco-friendly designs of 19 acclaimed interior designers led by internationally recognized designer Barry Dixon. The home includes a broad array of sustainable furnishings, fabrics and finishes.

Designed by the Washington, D.C. architectural firm of Cunningham Quill, the GreenHouse showcases how energy efficient design, renewable energy systems, and smart locations can come together in a home that is both environmentally friendly and a beautiful place to live.

The GreenHouse will exceed LEED Platinum Certification requirements. Based on the Energy Star Yardstick this home is more energy efficient than 99.99% of the homes built since 2000. Located within walking distance of downtown McLean, the CharityWorks GreenHouse will open to the public on October 10 for a three-week run.

Whom will the GreenHouse benefit?

Proceeds from the CharityWorks GreenHouse benefit the Friendship Public Charter School, the McLean Project for the Arts, the Injured Marines Semper Fi Fund, and the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund.

What is CharityWorks?

CharityWorks is a volunteer-led community organization that has been making connections between dreams and reality for more than a decade. Since 1999, CharityWorks has channeled millions of dollars to community organizations doing the hard work of helping children and families overcome challenges and break the cycle of poverty that continues to plague our nation's capital. We are also proud to support organizations helping the men and women of the military who serve our nation with valor. Past partners have included the Fisher House Foundation, the Center City Consortium, Higher Achievement and Habitat for Humanity. CharityWorks is a 501(c)(3) component fund of the Community Foundation of the National Capital Region.

What are the GreenHouse visiting hours?

The GreenHouse will be open to the public October 10 - 30, 2009
Visiting Hours:   Tuesday - Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 12 noon - 5:00 p.m.
Mondays: Reserved for group tours - minimum of 20 guests

How much does it cost?

Advance tickets are $25.00. They may be purchased online at www.charityworksgreenhouse.com or at the CharityWorks Dream Ball (September 26) or the MPAartfest (October 4). Tickets may be purchased at the door for $30.00.

Where is the GreenHouse located?

Within walking distance of downtown McLean.
Free Parking and Shuttle one block from the house:
1320 Old Chain Bridge Rd., McLean, Virginia 22101

No admission 30 minutes prior to closing. No strollers, infants, children under 8 or pets admitted; no filming or photography allowed. Maximum of 49 people allowed in the house, including the garage, at one time.

Who is managing the CharityWorks GreenHouse project?

Chairman of the CharityWorks GreenHouse Executive Committee: Mark Lowham, Senior Vice President, WEST*GROUP.
CharityWorks Co-Directors: Deanna Belli and Vicky Sabo.
Design Committee Chair: Barry Dixon. Other members: Skip Sroka and Victoria Neale.
Builder: Mark Turner, GreenSpur Inc.

Who are the CharityWorks GreenHouse sponsors?

There are also numerous BUILDING PARTNERS whose contributions have helped make the Carbon Neutral House possible. Their names can be found at CW CharityWorks or at CO2 FreeLiving.

CharityWorks GreenHouse Participating Designers

The Foyer and Galleries by Raji Radhakrishnan, Raji RM & Associates
The Library by Gary Lovejoy, Gary Lovejoy Associates
The Garden and Dining Room by Victoria Neale, Victoria Neale Interiors, LLC
The Kitchen and Great Room by Barry Dixon, Barry Dixon Interiors, Inc.
The Family Vestibule Miriam Dillon, Custom Design Concepts
The Family Vestibule Rebecca Foley, Custom Design Concepts
The Spa Retreat Ernesto Santalla, AIA LEED AP Studio Santalla, Inc.
The Home Office Skip Sroka Sroka Design, Inc
The Garden Room Dee Thornton, Houseworks Interiors, Inc.
The Terrace - Outdoor Living Space Barbara Hawthorne, Barbara Hawthorn Interiors, Ltd.
The Master Bedroom Michael Roberson, Michael Roberson Interior Design
The Master Bathroom Cynthia Sayers, Creative Design Solutions
The Media Room Susan Gulick, Susan Gulick Interiors
The Tasting Room and Water Closet Nancy Colbert Design Partners, LLC
The Virtual Golf Room Lynni Megginson L & M Designs
The Wine Cellar Lisa Weiss, The Wine Cellar Company
The Guest Sweet Charlotte Lekakos Willard and Palmer
The Jane Morris Alcove and Bath Annette Hannon, Annette Hannon Interior Design, Ltd.
A Peaceful Retreat - Guest Suite Sandra Meyers, Sandra Meyers Design Studio, LLC