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We’re committed to helping our clients develop a style that includes as many green home design elements as possible. Some things are simply good old-fashioned common sense, like turning off lights when leaving a room and taking advantage of natural lighting. The mantra “reduce, reuse, recycle” is perfect for reminding us to lighten our carbon footsteps […]

Given the mounting interest in green building, it should come as no surprise to learn that non-profits such as the Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institution are sponsoring the push to create better building materials. One of the exciting building materials to receive encouragement from its efforts is self-repairing concrete. In short, the self-repairing concrete […]

The path towards a zero-energy home is not as difficult as it may seem. In fact, there are dozens of ways to decrease your energy footprint and contribute to the maintenance of the environment while still building a comfortable and aesthetically pleasing home. Here are just a few examples to go Zero Energy: Low Flow […]

Doing our part for the environment by adding “green” elements to a home need be neither unattractive nor expensive. In fact, the whole purpose of green living is to conserve resources and therefore save you money. Modern Seattle Kitchen by Finne via Huzz Here are just some of the many ways to embrace a green home […]

How can you be sure the home you’re thinking of buying is truly green? How can you rate how green it can become after remodeling? The answer comes from the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating standards. The LEED standard was developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) to rate buildings built/remodeled […]

Taking care of your home on a regular basis is important in keeping it in the best condition possible for the longest possible time. Not checking for potential problems or fixing them when you first spot them can lead to the damage getting worse and more expensive to fix. The following are some of the […]

Green building in the Colorado area has increased in popularity recently. This trend is not only a reflection of changing environmental values, but also the increase of new environmental responsible building techniques that are more affordable and convenient. This is great news for homeowners who want to “be green” and still appreciate a quality and attractive home. The new ecological building […]

Remodeling your bathroom does not have to increase your carbon footprint or lead to increased deforestation. There are several environmentally-friendly bath flooring materials that you can choose. Here is a look at our top recommendations: Concrete. This unlikely floor material is actually becoming widely popular in modern bathrooms. It can be made green with the […]

LEED homes have come a long way in recent years as a number of significant changes have been made. The trends in green home design have seen a lot of progress, transforming into what you see before you today. What are these changes though, and how can they best benefit you? The great thing about LEED […]