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We had estimated that this solar-powered, super-insulated home would produce more power that it used, but the results were even better than expected.
So why can’t all home buyers have the comfortable, efficient, light-filled house they dream about living in? Well, they can! And it is not so hard to achieve. Then why do so many people end up with the bland “builder boxes” that are so prevalent in America today?
I took a survey of ‘average homeowners’ and asked them what their most burning home improvement question is. The overwhelming answer was...
If you are very concerned with having a healthy home or a very energy-efficient renovation, you need to look for architects who specialize in that. I equate it with going to a holistic doctor. Green architects tend to bring a more holistic approach to the entire process. They will know all about the most cutting-edge technologies and products to optimize health and energy efficiency...
What doesn’t the MLS tell you? It doesn’t tell you the annual heating and cooling bills, or the average electric and water usage. It does not tell you the life expectancy of the paint job or the R value of the insulation. It doesn’t let you know how prone the roof is to ice dams, or if there tend to be a lot of critter infestations...
Congratulations to our clients in Darien who recently completed their interior renovation. They also (single- handedly!) got their project LEED certified under the residential renovation category. Great job! We love how it came out as well. Its always fun to have clients with fantastic taste...
We are exited to announce that our Hudson Valley Farmhouse has achieved it's Passive House Certification! In order for a house to achieve this status, there are many super efficient guidelines that must be met...