Unless you are in the design or construction industry, you probably have no idea what LEED certification of a building means or why you would want to certify a building. You hear a lot of talk about eco-friendly and green products like flooring, furniture, clothes and cleaning products these days, but LEED is still growing roots in the consumer sector. In the simplest terms, the LEED certification process focuses on the design and construction of Green buildings. What do the terms Green and Sustainability mean in regards to buildings? Building [...]
Category: Eco-Friendly Design
Easy Ways to Go Green in your Living Room!
Why Go Green in your home? The reasons for building an eco-friendly house, manufacturing an organic sofa, wearing an organic cotton shirt and even using products like Burt’s Bees for taking care of your skin are basically the same as utilizing green methods in your home. Using green products creates a healthier space for you, a more energy efficient space and uses environmentally friendly manufacturing methods which protect resources for future generations. Every “green” purchase has quite the impact on numerous important things like your health, the environment and energy [...]
10 Steps to a Healthier Home Environment
Indoor air is three times more polluted than outdoor air, and according to the EPA, is considered one of the top 5 hazards to human health. Take steps to improve air quality and freshen the air in your home by introducing live plants such as ivy, spider plants and peace lily. All have the natural quality of absorbing formaldehyde and other unhealthy chemicals.