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Thursday, January 22, 2009
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Shades of Green
There is no more popular color palette among homeowners these days than – you guessed it – shades of green.
As buyers, sellers, architects, builders and real estate executives have learned, there is no one size fits all for those interested in pursuing a more eco-friendly lifestyle.
“For many people in the planning or design stages, the motivation is to set a good example for their children,” explained Erik Peterson, a Valley architect and President of Peterson Architecture. “They want to demonstrate good decision making.”
“Others are learning and experiencing the trends in the workplace and want to translate what they know into their personal life,” he added.
According to environmental experts, the choices we make about the buildings we live and work in have the greatest impact on the environment of any single decision other than our choice and use of cars.
In the United States buildings account for:
36% of total energy use and 65% of electricity consumption
30% of greenhouse gas emissions
30% of raw materials use
30% of waste output
12% of potable water consumption
Meanwhile, the same experts are in agreement that even the smallest changes in our consumption patterns and decision making is a step in the right direction.
Locally, cities like Scottsdale are taking the lead by passing resolutions requiring new buildings to attain meaningful energy saving standards. At Arizona State University research and testing is underway on new paint, building materials, and alternative energy solutions that will provide additional alternative in the days ahead.
“Meanwhile, many of clients are choosing to install energy saving appliances, better and more efficient insulation and air conditioning units and giving consideration to design elements like recessed windows and overhangs that will have an energy impact.
Peterson also noted that clients are planning smaller homes. Home theaters are being combined with family and recreation rooms. Guest quarters are less elaborate.
“There is great consideration given to the notion that aging parents may someday be moving in and a little less concern for the occasional house guest,” he explained. “That thinking is resulting in fewer homes larger than 10,000 square feet and more in the 4-7,000 square foot range.”
Many homeowners express interest in treading more softly on the planet. The hardest part can be knowing where to start. Click here for ideas on where to start. ( and this would link back to you site )
As buyers, sellers, architects, builders and real estate executives have learned, there is no one size fits all for those interested in pursuing a more eco-friendly lifestyle.
“For many people in the planning or design stages, the motivation is to set a good example for their children,” explained Erik Peterson, a Valley architect and President of Peterson Architecture. “They want to demonstrate good decision making.”
“Others are learning and experiencing the trends in the workplace and want to translate what they know into their personal life,” he added.
According to environmental experts, the choices we make about the buildings we live and work in have the greatest impact on the environment of any single decision other than our choice and use of cars.
In the United States buildings account for:
36% of total energy use and 65% of electricity consumption
30% of greenhouse gas emissions
30% of raw materials use
30% of waste output
12% of potable water consumption
Meanwhile, the same experts are in agreement that even the smallest changes in our consumption patterns and decision making is a step in the right direction.
Locally, cities like Scottsdale are taking the lead by passing resolutions requiring new buildings to attain meaningful energy saving standards. At Arizona State University research and testing is underway on new paint, building materials, and alternative energy solutions that will provide additional alternative in the days ahead.
“Meanwhile, many of clients are choosing to install energy saving appliances, better and more efficient insulation and air conditioning units and giving consideration to design elements like recessed windows and overhangs that will have an energy impact.
Peterson also noted that clients are planning smaller homes. Home theaters are being combined with family and recreation rooms. Guest quarters are less elaborate.
“There is great consideration given to the notion that aging parents may someday be moving in and a little less concern for the occasional house guest,” he explained. “That thinking is resulting in fewer homes larger than 10,000 square feet and more in the 4-7,000 square foot range.”
Many homeowners express interest in treading more softly on the planet. The hardest part can be knowing where to start. Click here for ideas on where to start. ( and this would link back to you site )
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