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Alternative Construction with Natural Building Methods
If you are building a new home or adding to an existing one, using natural building methods makes a big difference. Natural building materials lower the cost of construction, and, as you might guess, because the materials are natural, they are non-toxic and sustainable. One of the keys of natural building methods is to build a home that is appropriate for your geographical area -- a hot, humid climate has much different needs than a dry, cold climate.
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Andres Duaney
Andres Duaney is one of the most recognized names of green architects. Duany and Plater-Zyberk founded Duany Plater Zyberk & Company (DPZ) in 1980, headquartered in Miami, Florida. DPZ became a leader in the national movement called the New Urbanism, which seeks to end suburban sprawl and urban disinvestment.
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Are Your Current Home Plans Environmentally Friendly?
In a time where green homes are being built in greater number than ever before, EnviroCitizen.org has found that many consumers wish to live in a green, but don't necessarily want to move or build a new home. Some individuals prefer to evaluate their homes so that we can be as sustainable as possible without going through the process of buying and selling.
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Armstrong Headquarters: LEED Platinum Certified
Armstrong World Industries, Inc. designs and manufactures floors, ceilings and cabinets. Located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Armstrong World Industries, Inc. is housed in a wonderful, green building.
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Banner Bank Building: LEED Platinum Certified
The Banner Bank Building is an attractive, efficient, commercial office building in Boise, Idaho.
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BNIM Architects
BNIM Architects is a Midwestern group of architects who have many specialties, but their most unique specialty lies in sustainability. BNIM Architects has been a national leader in sustainable design for nearly three decades.
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Brookfield Homes
Owning a green home isn't simply a matter of saving energy and water, reducing waste or reaping the health benefits. Green homes save their owners money over time, proving to be quite the worthy investment.
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Busby, Perkins, and Will
Established in 1984 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Busby, Perkins and Will is an integrated architecture, interiors and planning firm recognized for its leadership. It uses many approaches for its multi-faceted projects.
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Cape Cod Style Plans
The Cape Cod cottage is a style of house that originated in New England in the 17th century. It is traditionally characterized as a low, broad frame building, generally a story and a half high with a steep, perfectly pitched roof with styling on the ends, a large central chimney and very little ornamentation.
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Centex Homes
Centex is one of the major home building companies in the country that is turning to making green homes. The company is affiliated with Pulte Homes, which started in Michigan in the 1950s and is keeping up with the times by making homes better than ever before.
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CHB Custom Homes
CHB, Capital Home Builders, is one of Americas leading custom green home builders. We are the first custom green home builders in South Georgia. CHB Eco Custom Green Homes has been on the forefront of sustainable building in South Georgia for more than six years.
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Construction and Demolition Debris Recycling
According to the 2004 Statewide Waste Characterization Study in California, construction and demolition materials account for almost 22% of waste. EnviroCitizen.org has found that many of these materials can be reused or recycled, thus prolonging our supply of natural resources and potentially saving money in the process.
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Craftsman Style Plans
A green home is a healthier, longer-lasting building that is energy-efficient and which conserves natural resources. By choosing less-toxic, sustainably harvested materials and energy-saving approaches, your home can be a healthier place that is cheaper for you in the long term and contributes toward overall sustainability.
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Croxton Collaborative Architects
Croxton Collaborative Architects has originated and developed many of the practices associated with sustainable and human-centered architecture and design.
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D.R. Horton
One of the signs that times are changing is that major home builders are now starting to make homes that are green and sustainable. The building market is quickly shifting toward green development.
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DesignLAB Architects
DesignLAB began as a design studio by the founder Bob Miklos. The collaborative forces of all the members of the DesignLAB studio form the bedrock of its Design Mission. DesignLAB's team includes Landscape Architects, Building Engineers, Cost Estimators and Contractors.
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DLR Group
DLR Group began in 1966 as a engineering and architecture firm. EnviroCitizen.org found that it has grown into a firm that uses sustainable practices in their projects. DLR Group is very involved in LEED design. The firm is also a member of the U.S. Green Building Council.
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Eco-friendly Nontoxic Finishes
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Eco-Friendly Retrofitting
Retrofitting refers to the addition of new technology or features to older systems. In our homes, EnviroCitizen.org has found that retrofitting often includes replacing things like our electrical systems or water fixtures. This is an easy way to make your home a more sustainable place.
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EHDD
EHDD began in 1946 as a firm that designed buildings and has grown to a medium sized firm that now has sustainability as one of its main assets of distinction. The firm has several LEED professionals to help guide clients with their sustainable projects.
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Energy Efficient Home Building
In a green home, EnviroCitizen.org has found that one of the things most carefully though through is energy consumption. A green home will typically have a more efficient use of energy. It may even have a renewable energy source used for the occupants needs such as solar power.
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Exterior Renovations - Is there such thing as a Green Roof?
If your roof is due for a facelift, don’t just call the quickest, cheapest roof service. There are a lot of eco-friendly options out there, and a few that may just make you the talk of the neighborhood, in a good way.
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Finding a Green Homebuilder
EnviroCitizen.org applauds anyone who makes the choice to build a green home. It helps to promote social welfare and helps to keep the consumption of our finite supply of resources on this planet under control.
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Finding and Hiring a Green Contractor
When you make the decision to make your home green, you're making a wise choice. EnviroCitizen.org has found that hiring a green contractor can make this easier.
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Finding Green Building Materials
EnviroCitizen.org believes that building a green home is definitely a worthwhile project to undertake. It creates a home that is not only better for conserving resources, but it also creates a better quality home as well as a healthier one. It is no surprise then that so many people want to make sure their homes are green.
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Florida Green Homes
Florida is recognized as one of the states that in the forefront of the green housing development. There are green building coalitions as well as government programs in Florida, largely accounting for the accessibility of green homes.
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Frank Lloyd Wright
Frank Lloyd Wright is known as one of the first green architects. He was well ahead of his time in the early twentieth century. Already well-known during his lifetime, Wright was recognized in 1991 by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) as "the greatest American architect of all time."
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Get Schooled: United States Green Building Council Classes
The United States Green Building Council (USGBC) offers dozens of courses that can help you to gain knowledge about their Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program and about green building.
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Green Bathroom Renovation
EnviroCitizen.org has found that renovating the bathroom can be hard work as well as expensive, but with new green solutions, bathroom renovations are becoming one of the most creative ways to make the bathroom a true work of art inexpensively with conservation in mind.
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Green Bedroom Renovation
Having a green bedroom doesn't mean having a green colored room. It is much more than a fad or trend as well. It's a lifestyle that's here to stay and better for you and the planet.
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Green Building Material Steps of Product Selection
The concept of sustainable building involves and integrates a variety of strategies during the design, construction and operation of building projects. The use of green building materials and products represents one important strategy in the design of a building.
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Green Building Product Selection Criteria
EnviroCitizen.org learned that the concept of sustainable building involves and integrates a variety of strategies during the design, construction and operation of building projects. The use of green building materials and products represents one important strategy in the design of a building.
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Green Building: Site Selection's Importance
Site development is fundamental to green building because it is the first step in the design process. Proper site development ensures the best possible use of natural and manufactured amenities. The ideal site is a place where people want to walk.
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Green Building: Steps to Ensure Success
It is a great progressive step forward in green living to build a green building. It is not an easy task, but very worthwhile. Here are a few tips from EnviroCitizen.org to help you get started.
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Green Building: What is It and Why Do We Need It?
Green building is the idea of designing a home so that it is environmentally friendly.
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Green Cabin Plans
The "cabin-in-the-woods" concept is becoming quite stylish and eco-friendly when it comes to the latest green designs and models. There are many examples that are a testament to how beautiful "roughing it" can be as well as providing a healthier situation for you and the planet.
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Green Concretes
Concrete is one of the main materials used in buildings that earn LEED certifications - The primary ingredients of concrete - crushed stone or gravel, sand and water-
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Green Construction and Demolition Debris Recycling
  The 2004 Statewide Waste Characterization Study conducted in California unveiled the startling statistic that 22% of waste in this state is made up of construction and demolition materials.
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Green Countertops and Millwork
Countertops are one of the easiest and chic ways to be eco-friendly when undertaking green projects. EnviroCitizen.org has found that there are many materials and possibilities that you can use.
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Green Efficient Space Planning in the Home Tips: Every Floor Counts
Everyone is becoming acquainted with the value of owning a green home. A green home has less of an impact on the Earth and often saves money as well as provides a healthier living environment.
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