BUILD SMART
"Not So Big" Philosophy
Green Building
Universal Design
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Principles of Green Building
- Using sun and site to advantage, for natural heating, cooling, and lighting
- Landscaping with native plants and water-efficient practices
- Building quality, durable structures
- Reducing and recycling construction and demolition waste
- Insulating well and ventilating appropriately
- Incorporating durable, salvaged, recycled, and sustainably harvested materials
- Using energy-efficient and water-saving appliances, fixtures and technologies
For further information, we recommend going to www.buildinggreen.com.
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