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The Six Tenets of a Green Home
Elizabeth DiSalvo walks us through six important components of a green home: 1. It all begins with the house’s envelope which provides superior insulation. 2. Highly energy efficient HVAC equipment along with the a tight envelope provides maximum control of air temperature and moisture. 3. The indoor air is healthy and free of dust and allergens. 4. The materials used are natural and plant-based, eliminating exposure to toxins. 5. The materials are chosen to be low maintenanc


Components of Building Green: Materials
The materials we choose for the homes we design are good for the planet, and for you. In this brief video, Trillium Architects founder Elizabeth DiSalvo talks about our design philosophy and why we design only houses that are healthy AND sustainable—using all-natural, non-toxic materials.


Components of Building Green: Healthy Air
A BREATH OF FRESH AIR. Trillium Architects' founder, Elizabeth DiSalvo, talks about the importance of air quality in a sustainable home. Trillium assures healthy air quality through insulation, circulation and temperature and humidity control - which keeps allergens, mold and mildew out of the home.


Components of Building Green: HVAC
Elizabeth DiSalvo, founder of Trillium Architects, discusses the critically important role of highly-efficient HVAC equipment and energy recovery ventilators in the design of a sustainable house.
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