“Green,” “eco-friendly,” “energy-efficient” — these words get used so often in advertising that they have almost lost their meaning. There is even a name for it: greenwashing. So how do you know a home really delivers what was promised?
Programs such as Built Green and the National Green Building Standard use detailed checklists […]
I have been designing and building homes since 1976. For most of that time, “green” was not part of the conversation. Then, years ago, I noticed something at industry meetings: the builders who were thriving in a tough market were the ones building green. I wanted to know why.
So I dug in. I earned the […]
“Green” gets used for everything these days, so I always ask clients what they mean by it. The answers almost always come down to two things.
People want lower bills and a more comfortable home. That means a well-sealed, well-insulated shell, efficient windows, the right heating and cooling system and a design that works […]
