Defining Green in today’s Home Building Marketplace

Defining Green in today’s Home Building Marketplace

As we all know the term “Green Building” is the talk of the industry. Unfortunately, the term is constantly being redefined by every company who is attempting to capitalize on the latest craze.  An effective implementation of all Green building strategies requires a complete understanding of the various components that together make up a viable “Systems” approach to building. Once we understand that every component within the building is dependent on some other component we are on our way to really making a difference. Read more

Passive Solar Homes

Don’t Pass on Passive Solar

by Michael Holster

But passive solar heating has other benefits besides saving energy, saving money and saving our planet. A passive solar home has a spatially inviting environment that reconnects with nature. A solar home is the most comfortable because it is bathed in warmth and light. Studies show that, under these conditions, physical, emotional, and mental health are improved, and productivity is increased. People prefer this environment to conventional design and consider it a higher quality living space. Read more

Being Green - What Does That Mean?

The Many Shades of Green:

What the green movement means for you.

by Michael Holster

As we move into a new era of rising energy prices, accelerated global warming, and economic concerns, there is no doubt that we are in a historic period of transition. These changes will affect virtually everyone in a variety of ways. The emergence of the “green” movement to center stage is one indication of our changing times. Green is a very broad term that has come to mean a lot of things to a lot of people. Read more