The Panic Room: Maffco Puts Together A Safe, Solid, Energy-Efficient Palace

If this had been Dorothy’s home, there would be no Wizard of Oz! 5414 Falls Road is no longer on the market — but you just have to see it. One of the most energy-efficient homes built in town, 13,000 square feet BUT costs only about $800 a month to heat and cool. (Yeah, stings those of us paying that much in rent, but trust me, for a home this size, $800 is peanuts. God I hope Mama doesn’t pick up on this one.) Architectural design by Richard Drummond Davis, interior design by Cyndy Severson, 5,100 square foot basement with “ThermaSteel” insulated panels, ground water reclamation system, geothermal HVAC, insulated windows, a “Groin” vaulted gallery — have no idea what that means, hope it is not referring to the male anatomy — media, wine, library and of course a safe room. Turns out the buyer lived through a tornado when he was a small child so he bought this home with all its underground glory to keep the fam super duper safe. Take a look-see.