The Margarido House in Oakland, California

Monday, July 19th 2010
The Margarido House in Oakland, California

Stunning house architecture design called the Margarido House is the first custom home in the US to be LEED-H Platinum certified and GreenPoint Rated. This modern home is design so modernly with great interior and exterior design. the round entrance is so unique, and there is a part that is rarely found to common modern house, thare is a barbeque place in the roof top of the house, the entire room design is design by taking a look at the modern value.... 

Icynene Integral to Connecticut’s First Net Zero Energy Home

Friday, June 11th 2010
Icynene Integral to Connecticut's First Net Zero Energy Home

Icynene spray foam insulation was used in concert with other energy efficient technologies such as solar power as part of a “whole-house” approach to building Connecticut’s first net zero energy home. Construction on the 3600 sq ft New England Farm House Style home was completed in November 2009 resulting in a house requiring no fossil fuels for heating and hot water, no net electrical usage from the utility company and no emissions from fuel... 

Aquarium of the Pacific Chooses VAST Composite Landscape Pavers for Walkways at Drought-Tolerant Garden

Thursday, June 10th 2010
Aquarium of the Pacific Chooses VAST Composite Landscape Pavers for Walkways at Drought-Tolerant Garden

VAST Enterprises, LLC, the material science research and manufacturing company that specializes in composite masonry for green building, announced that the Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach, Calif., selected VAST Composite Landscape Pavers for walkways in its new Earth-Friendly Garden. The design of the drought-tolerant, native garden includes four walkways, measuring 205, 178, 166, and 168 square feet. VAST Composite Landscape Pavers in the 4×8-inch... 

Pioneer Millworks Proves Even Displays Can Be Earth Friendly

Thursday, May 20th 2010
Pioneer Millworks Proves Even Displays Can Be Earth Friendly

Pioneer Millworks will reveal its new, eco-friendly trade show booth at the upcoming 2010 Hospitality and Design Expo. The booth was designed and crafted entirely in their earth friendly shop using reclaimed and sustainable wood pieces and other elements that were recycled from their mill yard. After the booth runs its course, the wood will be re-used and re-purposed into other products. See the piece at the Sands Expo and Convention Center, booth... 

CertainTeed Brings New Sustainable Insulation To Market From California Manufacturing Facility

Friday, April 9th 2010
CertainTeed Brings New Sustainable Insulation To Market From California Manufacturing Facility

CertainTeed Corporation’s fiberglass insulation manufacturing facility in Chowchilla, Calif., is taking a next step in its holistic approach to sustainability with the introduction of Sustainable InsulationTM. Designed to exceed the California Air Resource Board (CARB) indoor air quality regulations, the new fiberglass insulation product is GREENGUARD Children & Schools certified, and incorporates recycled materials, a plant-based organic binder... 

Blinds Chalet Expands Services to Include Drapery Hardware

Wednesday, December 30th 2009
Blinds Chalet Expands Services to Include Drapery Hardware

Blinds Chalet has expanded their services to include drapery hardware with an eco twist. After fifteen years in business, Blinds Chalet now offers wood, wrought iron and contemporary metal drapery rods, art guild rods, drapery ties, and drapery rings, all made from recycled materials. Balancing style, utility and environmental awareness, Blinds Chalet’s drapery hardware is made from natural products such as recycled metal, ceramics, and glass. The... 

Architectural Resource Wins Multiple Design Awards

Wednesday, December 16th 2009
Architectural Resource Wins Multiple Design Awards

Architectural Resource, LLC, a leading Ann Arbor architectural design firm, was honored at the national Remodeling Show 2009 Qualified Remodeler Master Design Awards, receiving design awards in seven different categories. This marks the second year in a row that Architectural Resource was the single most recognized firm at this prestigious design competition. The awards included two Gold awards; one for Michigan’s first USGBC LEED for Homes Platinum... 

Albuquerque’s Green Urban Townhomes Focuses on Your Roof Top Garden Lifestyle

Tuesday, November 24th 2009
Albuquerque's Green Urban Townhomes Focuses on Your Roof Top Garden Lifestyle

Downtown Albuquerque’s largest urban green development Elements Urban Townhomes has created outdoor living space utilizing the roof tops of the 72 urban town homes that are designed to achieve LEED Gold certification. The living room area, kitchen and one half bath are located on the second floor, with the master bedroom, second bedroom, full baths and laundry room on the third floor. “Currently there are no other Albuquerque homes for sale or... 

LEED Rated PrecisionCraft Log Home

Saturday, November 21st 2009
LEED Rated PrecisionCraft Log Home

For Mark and Crystal Ryan, building their dream mountain house was synonymous with building what is commonly referred to as a “green” home. This Oregon couple turned to award-winning Mountain Architects and PrecisionCraft Log Homes & Timber Frame to help them design and manufacture a log home that is now in the final certification process to be awarded the LEED Platinum rating. LEED, the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, is a... 

James Hardie Building Materials and San Diego Habitat for Humanity Build “Green-Friendly” Homes

Friday, November 13th 2009
James Hardie Building Materials and San Diego Habitat for Humanity Build "Green-Friendly" Homes

San Diego Habitat for Humanity® (SDHFH) has made significant modifications in the design and construction of its homes to make them increasingly self-sustaining, reducing maintenance costs for the partner families as well as the need for repairs and upgrades. Smart design incorporates eco-friendly and recycled materials, energy efficient appliances and lighting, and drought tolerant plants and trees. James Hardie® Building Materials has stepped...