Trilogy Shares: Net Zero Home Could Transform Green Building
11.16.2013
The building industry stands to learn from new green building technologies being developed by a team of Stanford University students who are working on Start.Home. This project is Stanford’s entry in this year’s Solar Decathlon, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy. Start.Home integrates technology that allows the home to be customized and be added […]
Trilogy Shares Energy-Saving Ideas for Your Home
11.13.2013
Green homes are becoming more and more popular because of the benefits brought to the homeowners. In both cost and appearance, green homes are in no sense inferior to their counterparts. In fact, green homes cost less to live in, making them the smart choice in the post-recession economy. Here are some sustainable design ideas […]
Trilogy’s Favorites: Passive Designs Result in Zero Energy Homes
11.04.2013
One of the top trends in green home design is the concept of passive design when planning a new home build as more homeowners embrace are leaning toward zero energy homes. Instead of trying to add energy-saving features after the home is built, the process begins from the ground up, by incorporating simple features directly into the […]
Trilogy Presents Green Architecture From the World Architecture Festival
11.02.2013
Fresh from the recent World Architecture Festival held in Singapore, is news that Turkey’s Sancaklar Mosque has been awarded the honor of the Best Religious Building for 2013. This impressive underground structure was designed by Emre Arolat Architects of Levent, Turkey. The design of the mosque is a departure from traditional standards and has been […]
Trilogy Shares Why the Experts Got Into Green Design
10.31.2013
Green home design is gaining in popularity as new home owners require more energy-efficient homes made from non-toxic and sustainable materials. The standards for green home design and construction have been set by the LEED certification program (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) from the U.S. Green Building Council. The emphasis is on using renewable […]
Trilogy’s Green Remodeling Ideas
10.29.2013
If you’re looking into remodeling your home, it’s a great time to assess what you can do to make your house greener. We know going green reduces our impact on the earth, but it can also benefit you by increasing your home’s efficiency, and making it a healthier place to live. As you embark on your home […]
Trilogy Embraces Green Design in Modern Homes
10.27.2013
Source; GO LOGIC via Houzz The increased interest in green home design is spurring a revival of modernism in the design of new homes in our area. Modernism has evolved from being viewed as boring and featureless, to being embraced for its simplicity and adaptability to being environmentally friendly. Today’s modern homes are making more use of sustainable construction […]
Trilogy Knows That It Pays to Go Green
10.25.2013
Despite outdated preconceptions, green homes built using modern materials with modern methods are as good or better than their conventional counterparts. In fact, their reduced costs are one of the main reasons that green building is popular. Here are the benefits of choosing green home design: Green materials provide a number of benefits, ranging from […]
Trilogy Shares All the Info on Choosing Doors That Last
10.23.2013
No door is permanent, but some doors last longer than others. In general, longer-lasting doors are made of better materials, while also fitting into their surroundings in a harmonious manner. When choosing the perfect door for your home, consider the following: Instead of focusing on short-term savings, homeowners should prioritize long-term consequences. As a result, it’s […]
