Tag: Greywater
Net Zero Water Through The Lens Of The Desert Rain House
In an era of increasing water scarcity, the innovations at Bend, Oregon’s Desert Rain house, America’s first Living Building Challenge-certified residence, are worth tapping into.
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A Tête-à-Tête With Women Leaders In Sustainability
With gender equality listed as one of the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we’re highlighting women leaders in sustainability who are ushering in a new era of green. Meet the women who are blazing a trail toward a healthier future through recycling paint, ecological planning and building, and helping businesses contain their environmental footprint.
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The Idea Farm: A Custom, Eco-Friendly Farmhouse
This custom home is a sophisticated blend of rustic and refinement. Everything about it was purposefully planned for a couple committed to living close to the earth and following a lifestyle of simplicity. Affectionately named “The Idea Farm,” for its innovation in sustainable building practices, this home was only the 2nd new home in Minnesota to receive a Gold Rating by MN GreenStar.
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Case Study: Vowels’ Residence Eco-Friendly Remodel
This project is an example of how green home improvements can be successfully implemented in rural areas. After attending a Built Green conference, the owners of this home found ways to infuse green design elements with their Universal Design strategies.
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A Modern Bathroom with Concrete Fixtures
What makes this bathroom eco-friendly? The sink, vanity, and shower are made of 50% recycled coal...
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