3561 Park Blvd, Palo Alto • 3 Beds • 4 Baths • 1,901 Sq Ft
NO BURNING DOWN THESE HOUSES:
Flame-Retardant Dream Homes Designed for Net-Zero Energy
Manmohan S. Mahal literally had a change of heart. Thirty-one years ago, the mechanical engineer got the heart transplant that saved his life – and that made him passionate about leaving the world a better place.
He became a dedicated environmentalist. And then, in 2018, he, like so many others, was horrified by the destruction of thousands of homes in Paradise after the Camp Fire raged through it.
“I realize there has to be a better way to build homes,” he said. He set himself a dual goal: His company, SIDCO Homes, would build smart homes powered by clean energy that are also capable of resisting the ravages of fire. After building his first test home in Hollister in 2022, he’s refined the process more and has just built a new home at 3561 Park Blvd. in Palo Alto. Built from the ground up, the home is a beautiful testament to what is possible with innovative modern technologies.
“We’re on a mission to revolutionize how homes are built in California,” said Manmohan, who goes by Mohan.
The 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home at 3561 Park Blvd. is completely electric, with a Tesla Solar-equipped roof and dual Powerwalls providing renewable energy. Radiant heating and cooling conserve energy and, along with high-density insulation and triple-pane windows and doors, allow for perfect temperature control of the home. The air is filtered for a healthier environment. That will keep smoke out during wildfire season and keep dust at a minimum, which is great for those who suffer from asthma or allergies. And a steel frame combined with SIDCO’s innovative fire-resistant paneling makes the home as fire-resistant as it gets. Meanwhile, a gray water system recycles water used in the home for landscaping needs, and any extra is filtered through a rock pit and then goes toward replenishing the groundwater supply. The insulation not only keeps the temperature controlled, but also keeps all the train noise out, said Mohan.
“You have to experience the house,” he said. “You have to feel it.”
Only one lucky buyer will be able to purchase the home on Park Blvd., but Mohan hopes it will serve as a model for many other dream homes. If you want your own home built from the ground up to be independent of fossil fuels, enjoy superior modern design and be safe from fire, contact SIDCO Homes today for a consultation. To see what’s possible, you can check out the listing at 3561 Park Blvd. in Palo Alto at an open house today from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. The property is listed by DeLeon Realty. The home will also be one of many showcased on the Electric Home Tour organized by Acterra on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, go to sidcohomes.com or email Mohan at [email protected].
All SIDCO Homes come with these building innovations:
• Our patented Eco Smart Panels replace the use of OSB and plywood to save lives and property.
• Eco smart material is termite-proof, mold-proof, moisture resistant, and designed to reduce CO2 in the environment.
• The fire-resistant home is all-electric and supported with 100% renewable energy and uses no fossil fuels
• Construction is quality-controlled, saving both
time and money, and producing a home of superior quality compared to a traditionally-built home.
Choose SIDCO for cutting-edge, eco-friendly homes that
protect both the planet and your future.
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