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Alternative Construction with Natural Building Methods |
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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 |
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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? |
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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 |
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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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BNIM Architects |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 Retrofitting |
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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 |
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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 |
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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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Finding a Green Homebuilder |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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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Green Bathroom Renovation |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 Cabin Plans |
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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 |
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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 Countertops and Millwork |
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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 Energy and the Architectural Plan |
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Some of the best homes being built today are energy-efficient, sustainable and thoroughly green. From solar-powered dwellings to homes underground, some of these new houses are entirely "off the grid," generating more power than they actually use. |
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Green Home Builder Checklist |
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When choosing a green home builder, it helps if you and your home builder are on the same page when it comes to your goals when building a green home. This article will help you to be able to set and achieve these goals. |
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Green Home Building for DIYers |
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EnviroCitizen.org knows that building a green home is definitely a worthwhile investment. 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 for those that live there. |
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Green Home Performance Evaluation |
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If you are wondering how your home measures up to green standards and want to find out if there are ways to make it more energy efficient, you can do a home performance evaluation. |
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Green Home Plans |
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Green homes are becoming the new standard for American homes. They are built to use fewer resources, integrate with the outside environment and provide healthier environments for their occupants. |
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Green Homebuilders, LLC |
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Green Homebuilders, LLCMore home builders are committing themselves to the cause of green home building. A green home uses less of Earth's resources in energy, water and raw materials. |
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Green Homes and Why They're Better to Live In |
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More people are becoming aware of the option of purchasing green homes and how they are benefitting the Earth. One thing that is often overlooked is why green homes are better for humanity to live in. |
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Green Insulation |
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Insulation is a well known way to improve energy consumption in a home. Fiberglass has been the traditional material that has been used for insulation. EnviroCitizen.org has found that there are new ways to insulate a home that are a bit safer than using fiberglass because they use natural materials. |
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Green Kitchen Renovation |
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EnviroCitizen.org knows that renovating a kitchen is no small matter. When remodeling, it is important to remember that the kitchen is one of the places in most homes that uses the most energy and resources. This includes the use of everything from your sink the refrigerator. |
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Green Mediterranean Style House Plans |
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Mediterranean style homes are increasing in popularity. It may be because it is reminiscent of the sunny Mediterranean coast or because it is a classic style. |
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Green Modern House Plans |
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We have all seen examples of modern homes on the cover of Architecture Weekly and other such publications detailing how a home can be considered a work of art. There are many variations of the modern style. Typically, a modern style home is simple without too much fuss on exterior details. |
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Green Ranch House Plans |
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The Ranch style house is an all American architectural style for homes. The ranch house is noted for its long, close-to-the-ground profile and minimal use of exterior and interior decoration. |
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Green Renovating: Does It Really Make a Difference? |
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Does green renovating really make a difference? EnviroCitizen.org's answer to this question is, "Yes". The average, conventional 2,000 square foot home emits about 27,500 pounds of carbon dioxide (CO2) annually. By completing green renovations, you could reduce your carbon dioxide emissions by as much as half! |
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Green Renovation Checklist |
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If you're planning to go green on your next renovation project, EnviroCitizen.org has found that there are ways to make your home and/or office "greener" and more eco-friendly. |
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Green Renovation: Let's Do the Numbers |
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If you're renovating your home, adding green features won't actually cost much more than using conventional features, but you'll save money over time. A famous study done in 2003 in California found that going green with renovations costs only about 2% more than conventional renovations, but that over time the average operational savings was 20%. |
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Green Retrofit Checklist |
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Retrofitting refers to the addition of new technology or features to older systems. In our homes, retrofitting them often means replacing things like our electrical systems or water fixtures. |
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Green Roofing |
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When it comes down to the basics, the roof on your house helps serves a very necessary function—protecting you and the interior of your home from the elements. Most roofs, however, are made with shingles that offer very poor insulation and are rather drab in their design and color. |
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Green Solar Space Plans |
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Passive solar buildings aim to maintain comfortable temperatures in the home throughout the sun's daily and annual cycles. EnviroCitizen.org has found that this is accomplished while reducing the requirement for active heating and cooling systems. |
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Green Tiny Home Style Plans |
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These days, it seems that homes continue to grow larger and larger. In older-style homes, mother-in-law suites were very common additions that seem to no longer contribute to the expansive floor plans of modern homes. |
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Green VOC-Free Rebuilding Projects |
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When you are remodeling your home, a good step towards being green is using products that do not emit volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Paints, finishes, vinyl and other products release low-level toxic emissions in the air that last for years. |
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Green Wall Materials |
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Eco-friendly walls are good for the environment, your health and help promote the preservation of the planet Earth. Walls that consider environmental and ecological factors insulate better and use less costly and damaging materials in their construction. |
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Guide to Going Green |
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If you’re planning on renovating your home or business, learn these green building terms to talk like a pro and get the most out of your green renovating. |
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Guidelines in Green Home Building |
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When building a green home, it is important to understand how a home can be made sustainable compared to conventional homes. Green homes are always a good way to reduce your overall impact on the Earth. |
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Heating Systems: How Your Gray Water Can Make Your Home Green |
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If you are renovating your home, consider using a gray water hydronic radiant floor heating system. That sounds fancy, but really, all you have to do is recapture your gray water and heat it, so that it runs through pipes in your floor. |
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Hellmuth, Obata and Kesselbaum |
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Hellmuth, Obata and Kesselbaum (now known as HOK) is a global architecture, interiors, engineering, planning and consulting firm. EnviroCitizen.org found that HOK is the largest U.S.-based architecture-engineering firm and the world's fourth largest architectural firm. |
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Historic Preservation and Green Plans Go Together |
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EnviroCitizen.org has found that those who live in an area rich with cultural and historical heritage often go to great lengths to preserve it. The same applies when preserving buildings with a heritage. |
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How Award Winning LEED Plans Worked |
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LEED is the set of guidelines that are nationally approved on what makes a building green and sustainable as set by the US Green Building Council. Many of the projects are a success no matter what level LEED they are because they combine the talents, cooperation and ingenuity of the great minds that helped produce the building. |
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How Does Green Building Improve the Environment? |
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Green building improves the environment in several ways. The atmosphere has been a topic of discussion a lot recently, since the atmosphere is where all of the carbon dioxide goes, which then translates into global warming. The materials are important, since according to the first law of thermodynamics, energy cannot be created or destroyed, but only changes forms. |
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How to Get Your Building LEED-Certified |
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EnviroCitizen.org has found many individuals who feel that getting their homes LEED-certified makes a lot of sense. LEED stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design and it's the United States Green Building Council's rating system for buildings that are energy-efficient. |
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How Using Green Insulation Can Save the Environment and Your Money |
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Insulation is an important material found in most American homes. Insulation holds heat in during the winter and keeps cool air in during summer, reducing your energy needs. There are green insulation options that are healthier for you than the traditional options, have little impact on the environment, and work better than the stuff that’s probably in your home now. |
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Interior Renovations - Eco-Friendly Furniture and Sustainable Home Decor |
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Eco-friendly furniture is available in a wide variety of styles and prices. Target even carries a line of eco-friendly furniture that is surprisingly green. Many environmentalists have become wary of mainstream corporations plugging every product as eco-friendly, because an eco-friendly statement on the label doesn’t really give you an idea of how green it really is. |
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Interior Renovations - From Your Green Kitchen to Eco-Friendly Bath |
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Renovating your kitchen and bathrooms to be eco-friendly is as easy as renovating them traditionally. The benefits are endless: you’ll have a beautiful, functional kitchen and stunning bathrooms that will lower your electric bill and lighten your impact on the environment. |
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Kieran Timberlake Associates LLP |
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KieranTimberlake has practiced environmental responsibility since their beginning as a firm in 1984, long before green design gained the widespread relevance it now enjoys in architectural practice and in the building industry. The firm even states, "The principles of sustainable design continue to make up our core beliefs." |
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Lake/Flato Architects |
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Established in 1984, Lake/Flato Architects has gained national recognition for architecture that is very tied in to its place and successfully merges with the landscape. |
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Learning From Europeans: Green Home Plans |
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In Europe, EnviroCitizen.org has found that the Europeans have made green living a widely-practiced way of life. In their cities, homes are placed near businesses and transit systems. |
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LEED's Best Home Designs |
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The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System, developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), provides a slew of standards for environmentally-sustainable construction. |
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Lennar Homes: A Green Builder |
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Lennar Corporation, founded in 1954, is headquartered in Miami, Florida and has grown to be one of the major home builders in America. In Sacramento, Lennar Homes is constructing one of the largest green home communities with 1,254 environmentally-friendlier homes. |
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Line and Space, LLC |
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In 1978, Line and Space was founded as an architectural firm with the purpose to design ecologically sustainable buildings. The firm is small but has made notable contributions in the field of green building. They seek to integrate their projects with the surrounding environment. |
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