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Some Principles of Green Architecture

Natural Building

Can the house be built to take advantage of natural features? How can it be constructed with minimal harm to the natural habitat? This includes designing the house for the best orientation to the sun, specifically for windows and solar panels, for maximum heat and light.

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Affordable Housing That LEEDs in Being Green and Sustainable

Pro Builder

Affordable Housing That LEEDs in Being Green and Sustainable. Profiles of three outstanding affordable housing projects recognized by the U.S. Green Building Council in its LEED Homes Awards. The Arroyo LEED Platinum Affordable Housing. All photos: Koning Eizenberg Architecture). . Tue, 09/01/2020 - 07:00.

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This Off-Grid Colorado Project Lays the Groundwork for Green Housing’s Future

Pro Builder

This Off-Grid Colorado Project Lays the Groundwork for Green Housing’s Future. The resilient and energy efficient VISION House offers a glimpse into the future of eco-conscious construction. The home was constructed with a Frank Lloyd Wright philosophy of symbiosis between architecture and its natural environment. “I

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Are 3D-printed buildings the future of sustainable construction?

Lets Build

3D-printed buildings have been popping up more frequently over the last few years, but are they a gimmick, or could they be the future of sustainable construction ? Let’s discuss the benefits and challenges of 3D-printed buildings and whether or not they’re the answer to the problem of sustainable construction. They’re green.

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Gray House Color Schemes

CivilJungle

Gray House Color Schemes What color trim would look best with grey siding?, This post has been produced as a starting point about grey house colour schemes, colour theory, and the best paint colours for your home. Clearly shown If you want to have a beautiful house that is aesthetically pleasing.

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Housing, Industrialized: Your Road Map to Off-Site Construction

Pro Builder

Housing, Industrialized: Your Road Map to Off-Site Construction. About 15 years ago, the California-based builder Wathen Castanos Homes agreed to be a “guinea pig” for testing the construction of a single home using prefabricated wall panels made by a supplier in Nevada. From Stick Building to Off-Site Construction.

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Suffolk Construction establishes Suffolk Sustainability Group

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Suffolk Construction establishes Suffolk Sustainability Group Design veterans Steven Burke and Michael Swenson will lead the new sustainability initiative for Suffolk. rcassidy Thu, 12/14/2023 - 11:07 SUFFOLK CONSTRUCTION Steven Burke and Michael Swenson will lead the new initiative for Suffolk.