Kiefer Built Contracting is honored to announce that its latest project in Red Feather Lakes has won the Single Family Homes under 3,000 sq. ft. category in the 2025 SIPA Building Excellence Awards. Presented by the Structural Insulated Panel Association (SIPA), this prestigious award recognizes outstanding projects that showcase innovation, energy efficiency and sustainability through the use of Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs).
A commitment to sustainable excellence
The SIPA Building Excellence Awards celebrate projects that go beyond traditional construction methods to achieve superior energy performance and durability. This recognition places Kiefer Built Contracting at the forefront of modern, high-performance homebuilding.
“SIPs offer a game-changing solution for energy efficiency and structural integrity,” says Mark Kiefer, owner of Kiefer Built Contracting. “Winning this award highlights our commitment to sustainable homebuilding and reinforces our dedication to delivering cutting-edge, energy-efficient homes.”
What makes this home special?
This award-winning home in Red Feather Lakes is a testament to the seamless combination of modern aesthetics, energy efficiency and innovative construction techniques.
- SIPs construction: 7-1/4″ EPS core walls and 11-1/4″ EPS core roof provide exceptional insulation and durability.
- Unparalleled energy performance:
- HERS Score: 32 (higher efficiency than traditional homes)
- ACH50: 0.98, ensuring minimal air leakage for a tightly sealed home.
- Pre-wired for future solar panels, making sustainability an easy next step.
- Designed for comfort and longevity:
- In-floor radiant heating delivers consistent warmth throughout the home.
- HRV (heat recovery ventilation) system ensures optimal indoor air quality.
- Built to withstand 169 MPH winds, ensuring long-term resilience.
A home for the future: beauty without compromise
Energy efficiency and modern beauty are not mutually exclusive. The Red Feather Lakes home exemplifies how sustainable design can be both functional and visually striking.
“Our goal is to create homes that maximize efficiency while maintaining the highest level of comfort and aesthetic appeal,” Kiefer says. “This project proves that homeowners don’t have to sacrifice beauty for sustainability.”
Thoughtfully designed architectural elements, including a striking barrel roof entryway and an open floor plan, enhance both function and flow. Kiefer Built Contracting ensures that every space within the home is comfortable, intuitive and inviting, seamlessly blending sustainability with modern living.