Posts Tagged ‘living green’
Permeable Pavers – A “Green” Alternative
April 6, 2010 No CommentsThe current “building green” wave has taken over the residential home plan industry especially for those homeowners interested in reducing their ecological footprint and living in a energy efficient house plan. Homeowners are pondering their eco-commitments both inside and outside the home whether they currently have a green house or not. This holds true for [...]
Pin ItNoticeable Home Trends
April 1, 2010 2 CommentsEvery year experts in all fields try to determine what will be the “hot” thing for that upcoming year in their field of expertise. Some base their predictions on what happened the year before, the financial climate, news events and other subjects in order to get a grip on what’s coming up. When it comes [...]
Pin It7 Reasons To Build Green
March 16, 2010 No Commentsby Jeremy Friedman Green building is the buzz among homeowners and building professionals these days. Just about every architectural website or magazine offers energy efficient house plans in every style and size, and nearly every media outlet boasts reminders about the benefits of building the “green” way. It’s estimated the percentage of new homes built [...]
Pin ItGreener Building And Living
March 2, 2010 4 CommentsWith rising costs sweeping the nation, homeowners everywhere are discovering ways to conserve energy and lead a more efficient lifestyle. These include everything from small changes in your day-to-day-routine to building an entire home the “green” way. Of course, building an energy efficient home gives you the opportunity to create an energy efficient environment right [...]
Pin ItWhat Is Green Building Anyway?
February 2, 2010 5 Commentsby Jeremy Friedman The green movement is sweeping the country. You can’t pick up a magazine or turn on the T.V. without finding the latest facts and tips for living the “green way.” It’s discussed in trade journals, newspapers, and commercials and home building is one area that is no exception. While many people are [...]
Pin ItLandscaping With Local Plants
March 31, 2009 1 CommentMost homeowners everywhere dream for the undeniably beautiful yard that catches the eye of surrounding neighbors. The yard is usually a dreamscape full of peculiar flowers, flawlessly trimmed shrubs and intricate garden art. But one easily becomes overwhelmed as they consider how much time and effort it would take to create such a picture-perfect sight [...]
Pin ItSimple Ways to Cut Costs Everyday
March 3, 2009 1 CommentSaving money is one thing on homeowners’ minds these days with rising costs placing a grasp on many budgets. More people are looking for cost-effective ways to rest and rejuvenate in their home, while cutting back on resources and the wallet. But how, in a world of economic hardship, can families save more than pennies [...]
Pin ItEnergy Efficiency Tax Breaks
January 30, 2009 No CommentsMaking certain upgrades to your home may just save you money! The nation’s tax system has several money saving opportunities available for those homeowners seeking to make their homes more energy efficient. Although the tax system is very complex and often overwhelming for many consumers, it is worth the time and effort to check out [...]
Pin ItClean Air Quality for Your Home
January 9, 2009 No CommentsDo you or your family members often suffer from allergies? Can you see an excessive amount of dust on flat surfaces within your home? If your answer is yes to these questions, you may have poor air quality in your ranch home plan or two-story home plan. The EPA ranks indoor air pollution as one [...]
Pin ItLiving GREEN
April 11, 2008 No CommentsBuilding Green Home plans is an important movement toward sustaining an eco-friendly environment. But an important aspect of Building Green is Living Green – an effort that saves you time, energy and the environment. Living Green is a growing effort that combines a range of steps you can take in and outside your home plan. [...]
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