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GOD is the Architect - we are the Builders. - He is the architect of my life, and my work is continues in progress...Yikes!
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CARING FOR OUR ENVIRONMENT- SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
PURPOSE: To paticipate in contributing to building a healthy & safe environment for generations to come. World Commission on Environment & Development. "Our common future"
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Welcome to MY HOME: Experience the beauty of nature & sprinkling falling waters, along with man- made Structures, Creating more contrast between standard and surprise.
Style,distinction, warm & intimacy are key elements in Architecture & design providing an ideal settings for the ultimate lifestyle where class, luxury, exclusivity & wellness blend into an exact perfect place that simply feels right. The perfect mix of natural sorroundings making it an excellent place to wash away stress,fatigue, refreshes one's spirit, elevates the mood & boost one's activities. - Obtaining the perfect harmony of modern living in an inspiring natural setting to enjoy what matters most in life...
Our Dreams, our Hopes, our Vision - the Architects way.
ARCHITECTURE - is bringing the imagination and new Architectural ideas into the real, concrete world. - Creating places that promote a sense of harmony and well being...Inspiring a greater awareness of the surrounding environment and helping others experience deeper LIFE meaning by creating environments that increase GLOBAL attention. - Approaching to function and an Architectural expressions in a work that has a timeless quality... Architecture -gives careful consideration to proportion, efficiency of space, the vocabulary of Architectural elements and the power effective execution of forms, spaces and design. It grows naturally from a quest of ideas and answers, that explores individual taste and needs. - to translate their vision into residence that reflects the spaces of human lives & adds meaning to normal interactions...
Building GREEN from principle to practice
How can you build better buildings that outperform the industry standard and are places where we want to work, learn, live, and play? Structures that do this by utilizing advanced techniques and processes to promote energy and water efficiency are termed "green buildings." just simply read the simple articles below and make a difference!
Sustainable Building Design
As a practice, we consider it our duty to encourage the reduction of energy consumption & co2 production.We are aware that buildings contribute significantly to our co2 impact, and we believe that every effort should be made to reduce that impact wherever possible, not only for the environmental benefit, but because concentration on energy use also reduces our expenditure & produces savings in running costs. - courtesy of bell image blueprint®
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The world we are experiencing today is the result of our collective consciousness, and if we want a new world, each of us must start taking responsibility for helping create it. Arki - text: Irgeorge Llanes, Pecore ® 
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GREENSOURCE says, lets change the World! One great idea at a time. "Heal the World, Make it a better place." The ecological impact of new construction, once a secondary concern, has become a crucial issue. Badly designed buildings guzzle natural resources and pollute their surroundings; in an era of rocketing energy costs and environmental degradation, the need for a sustainable, energy-efficient architecture is paramount. This site features the international architects, artists and firms pioneering a new green architecture, and examines the emergent esthetics.
What is a green home? - For more info click blue links
A green home is a home built to minimize the impact on the environment that occurs when construction begins. A green home will have a positive affect on the natural resources used to build and inhabit a home. Energy and water conservation, less waste, and a healthy environment in which to live are all benefits of building a green home.
Most green homes require less maintenance and will have lower operating costs than conventional homes. Sometimes the initial cost to build will be higher, but the savings received over the years will more than pay for the added expenses.
Building a green home should begin with the correct lot purchase. Green homes reduce the impact on the environment and nature features, such as trees and other vegetation must be considered. This will provide value to the homeowner and the community.
Selecting the right building materials for a green home will reduce the time and money needed for maintenance. It will also allow for less waste of materials during construction.
One of the most important aspects of a green home is efficient energy use. Energy Star appliances, insulation, and building materials are at least fifteen percent more efficient than those without this important designation. Energy star heating and cooling systems can improve the overall comfort of the home, while also reducing the maintenance involved with other systems. Energy efficient windows in your green home can not only lower heating and cooling costs, but will block the ultraviolet sunlight that can cause carpets and other home furnishings to discolor.
Lighting fixtures, appliances, and compact fluorescent bulbs will greatly reduce the energy costs to the owner of a green home. Using less energy will result in greater environmental benefits as well.
Water efficiency is also of great concern to green home owners. Downspout collection points and rain gardens are an excellent way to conserve water, while adding to the value and appearance of your green home.
When contemplating a green home purchase, or custom building a new green home, it is important to research and understand the concepts involved and the materials needed. By conserving energy through the use of a green home, you are ensuring a better world for all to live. 
GREEN ARCHITECTURE - Arki - text: Irgeorge Llanes, Pecore®
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example:The Living Museum The California Academy of Sciences is the world's most eco-friendly museum. - Graham Murdoch Explore the floor plan »
This museum has always worked on three levels - displaying the collection, educating the public, researching the science. The spirit of this new building is to announce and enforce this complexity of function." - Renzo Piano Learn more about the building's sustainable design »
“I try to get at the fundamental emotion of a site,” says the architect. The roof design “is like lifting up a piece of the park and putting a building under it.”
Our Commitment to the Environment...
Throughout the week, Everyone will be explaining how consumers can be more environmentally conscious in their daily lives. We'll introduce you to people who already have forged an Earth-friendly path and give you choices every consumer can make to improve the health of our planet.
The 7 Guiding Principles of Green Building
- Lot Design, Preparation and Development
- Resource Efficiency
- Energy Efficiency
- Water Efficiency
- Indoor Environment Quality
- Operation, Maintenance and Homeowner Education
- Global Impact
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Green Building Materials and Technologies - To achieve Energy Star and Green Built certification for our homes, Heartland Builders continues to research and adopt the latest innovations in building materials, methods and technologies. This approach has lead to a thorough understanding of which products produce the best results, energy savings and environmental protection. Here are just a few of the innovative, green products we have used in our homes:
- Great Lakes Superior Wall Foundation
- Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF)
- Structural Insulated Panels (SIPS)
- Geothermal Heat (closed loop and vertical loop)
- Air Source Heat Pump
- Radiant Floor Heating
- Energy Recovery Ventilators
- Solar Domestic Hot Water
- Photovoltaic Power Systems
- On-Demand Water Heaters
- Dual Flush Toilets
- Low Flow Toilets
- Water Saving Faucets
- Weatherization Station (sprinkler system control)
- Foam Insulation
- Blown Cellulose Insulation
- Low VOC Paint
- LED Lighting
- Fluorescent Lighting
- PET Carpeting
- Bamboo Flooring
- Lyptus Wood Flooring
- Cork Flooring
- Rain Gardens
- Native Landscaping
- Composite Decking
- Blower Door Testing
- Duct Leakage Testing
- Pervious Concrete Driveway
If you are interested in building a home, or would like to learn more about Green Building, we encourage you to Ask Rich.
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Sustainability Now is a virtual event offering a unique chance to both learn and share best practice on green legislation in the built environment.Register to attend this FREE event and we’ll contact you as soon as the registration page goes live. 8 - 9 December 2009. Sustainable design requires setting goals for efficiency at the outset of each project and monitoring these goals throughout the project. Its building projects has been recognized for achievements in: BEST GREEN TIPS : SPONSOR: www.thegreenguide.com - www.greenhomeguide.com - www.treehugger.com 
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Later today we’ll wrap up our green apartment series, but first I wanted to alert you to a super-fly green home site; FreeGreen.
FreeGreen offers spiffy (and free) building plans for green homes. Plans vary in depth, some showing energy consumption between buildings that meet basic code vs. building that have greener features.
HOw it works:
- Head to FreeGreen.
- Search for a home you like - there are various ways to do this. You can search by type of home, check out the open source network (which is not free, but cool), plus you can search by all types of various criteria like energy use, size, popular green features, and more.
- Download the plans you like and even buy blueprints and contact the person above for info.
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I picked one house to check out so I could tell you how this works. I went with the Suburban Loft. Once you click on the virtual tour you can make changes and add custom features. Basic features and concepts are explained during the tour. The image slide show is crisp and really nice, showing both exterior and interior features.
Once you click download, you’ll have to register, but the form was short and fast. Then it asks you if you want basic or premium service (which is $100 a year). The plans are pretty basic but give you a nice idea to start with if you’re considering building green. Plus this particular plan offers slides of both energy features and efficiency.
Visit FreeGreen and see the plans for yourself.
Green Building Methods
When you live in a home constructed by responsible Builders, you can take comfort in knowing that your home meets the highest standards of energy efficiency and environmental responsibility. Every home build is Energy Star certified and meets the more stringent standards of Green Built environment.
These certifications translate into real savings and a higher standard of living for you as long as you own your home. The benefits are clear: Lower energy bills and a healthier, more comfortable living environment.
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GREEN FOR ALL
High energy prices aren’t going anywhere, and with increasing concern about climate change and energy independence, more and more people are looking for greener homes. These site will show you ideas & the best way to add value to your home and save you money in the process. Our energy experts can also identify relevant federal and state incentives or utility rebates for efficiency and renewable energymeasures. Green Materials 101: Your Guide to Green Building, Remodeling, and Home Improvement
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Building your own home is one of life’s great experiences - a true reflection of your taste and personality. Now, for the first time in history, home-building partners such as Westchester Modular Homes of Fairfield County are helping homeowners like you to build "green," far healthier for your family, your budget, your neighborhood and the planet.
- Building "green" begins with your approach - conventional stick-built or state-of-the-art modular. With modular building, your home is custom designed using advanced computer-aided design, then constructed in a precision, climate-controlled factory. On "day one" at your building site, your home is 80% complete, dramatically reducing the impact on the environment at your site. Conventional stick-built homes, by comparison, will interrupt the ecosystem for an average of 180 days.
- Because your home is built in a closed indoor environment, lumber and other materials never get wet eliminating mold and mildew problems. This creates a healthy living condition and clean non-toxic air in your home for your family to breathe.
- Similarly, building materials are not wasted on site due to faulty workmanship or the inability to accurately measure the exact needs of a project. We purchase materials according to the lengths required for construction. In addition, the use of finger jointed lumber not only conserves natural resources, it also creates straighter and stronger walls.
- Recycling is a also a major part of our Green Initiative. Drywall scraps are shipped to mills where it is recycled into lime for farming. Cardboard, electrical wire, plywood and other materials are sorted and recycled.
- Energy Efficiency is another component of our Building Green Program. R-19 wall insulation and R-38 ceiling insulation are the start of a highly energy efficient home. Other standard features such as, Andersen 400 Series Low E glass windows filled with argon gas, greatly reduce your energy consumption. In turn, the amount of carbons released into our environment is greatly reduced.
- Westchester Modular Homes of Fairfield County is an Energy Star® Partner, and can provide you with an optional Energy Star Certified home. This means your home will be inspected to ensure that it meets or exceeds the Energy Star Standards for energy efficiency. Some examples are: Insulation is inspected, potential areas for air infiltration are caulked and sealed, and plumbing pipes are protected from the elements.
- Westchester Modular Homes of Fairfield County and Westchester Modular Homes extends Green Building right into the structure of our own manufacturing facility. Recently, all our light fixtures were changed to highly energy efficient fluorescent lights. By making this change, we reduced our Energy Consumption and the amounts of carbon dioxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen oxides that are released into the air. By removing these pollutants, Westchester’s initiative has the same effect as planting 27 trees, removing 18 cars from the road and saving 11,255 gallons of gas each year.
- Water, another valuable resource, is also on our Green Agenda. Westchester Modular Homes of Fairfield County now offers its customers the option to select water-saving faucets, shower heads and commodes which greatly reduce the amount of water consumption in your home on a daily basis without reducing your quality of life.
- By nature, modular homes are among the best engineered and sturdiest homes built. As a result, they’re extremely quiet to live in - again, lessening their environmental impact. Tight, precise construction keeps your family, warm and away from harmful toxins in the air.
- You can elect to build an even "Greener" home if you opt to have your home LEED Certified. Westchester Modular Homes of Fairfield County and Westchester Modular Homes will work together to provide you with a LEED Certified home at the level of your choice.
So let’s get started on custom designing a Westchester Modular Homes of Fairfield County modular home for you today with over 60 designs to choose from. We can also take your plans and truly individualize your home. Either way, your new home is backed by our 10-year warranty. And you’ll be living more green... from day one. - Courtesy of West
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Just because you’ve have tried your creative skills at(when you were a kid) to build buildings and blocks, don’t you think you can build equally superior and sustainable constructions as you grow up. Even if you have mastered the architecture degree, it doesn’t really promise a green future for you or for our environment. In today’s eco-aware world, where escalating towers are grabbing all the limelight, these kinda eco-friendly, affordable and energy efficient complexes will show a profit. Profit for the bank balances of those seeking and making homes and also ultra profitable for our planet. Working to reduce the environmental impact of housing through modernization in design for Brainstones, Christensen&Co has come up with an ambitious and innovative project. Focusing on factors like low cost, high energy efficiency and quality housing, their entry did get shortlisted for the Low cost housing within12,000m² project.
Sustainable living refers to a lifestyle that attempts to reduce an individual's or society's use of the Earth's natural resource. Practitioners of sustainable living often attempt to reduce their carbon footprint by altering methods of transportation, energy consumption and diet. Proponents of sustainable living aim to conduct their lives in manners that are consistent with sustainability, in natural balance and respectful of humanity's symbiotic relationship with the Earth's natural ecology and cycles.The Center for Ecological Living and Learning (CELL)-philosophy The practice and general philosophy of ecological living is highly interrelated with the overall principles of sustainable development.
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GREEN BUILDING 101: Environmentally Friendly Lighting
(This is a personal plea to all you crazy workaholic nocturnal architects and architecture professors who think nothing of staying up all night, every night, and making your interns and poor students do the same. You know who you are! I don’t want to get cancer – so please have pity and stop the madness!) Lighting is one of the most critical – and most visceral – qualities of an indoor space. The difference between good and bad lighting can make or break comfort, mood and overall happiness in your home. Exposure to natural light affects your vitamin D and immune system, as well as your circadian rhythms, sleep cycle and hormones. Studies have linked lack of sunlight to depression (S.A.D), immune problems, diabetes and cancer. According to researcher and director of SUNAC (Sunlight, Nutrition and Health Research Center) William B. Grant, “over 20,000 Americans die prematurely annually from insufficient UVB/vitamin D, and half of those with multiple sclerosis in the U.S. would not have MS if they had had more UVB exposure.” This has nothing to do with building design, but we thought we’d throw it in for good measure. Maintaining erratic sleep schedules and staying up late every night not only require you to consume a lot more lighting (and energy) than is necessary, but it also messes with your circadian rhythms / hormones, and ultimately your health (see cancer research studies for evidence). Sustainable Building Archguide.com Sustainable 
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Green Building Breakdown
The background of the green building movementIt is important to understand exactly what is meant by green building. Green building promotes building practices that conserve energy and water resources, preserve open spaces and are accessible to public transportation.
What is it? Historically, the green building movement is associated with the 1970s environmental movement. Much like today, at that time U.S. citizens were concerned about the countries dependence on foreign oil. Consumers and politicians became committed to seeking new ways to use less petroleum-related products. To this end, the U.S. Government introduced numerous pieces of legislation, including the Environmental Protection Act, designed to encourage environmental responsibility. More recently, the government has recognized the need to include these principals in building and construction. The green building industry has gained in popularity in the 1990s. |
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ARCHITECTURE ..is Life, or at least it's life itself taking form and therefore it is the truest record of life as it was lived in the world yesterday, as it is lived today or ever will be live. - Frank llyod wright
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