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We've driven by this house, it's well done.
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"Pricing for a Ma Modular home starts at about $125 per square foot, which includes R19 walls, R30 to R50 roofing, low-E insulated windows, durable and reflective metal roofing, and cabinets and flooring from green materials such as bamboo or cork. The price includes set up of the home but doesn’t include foundation."
NATALIE ZEE DRIEU :
"These days, people want to consume less and have less waste in their homes. This trend has moved into the fashion world. Convertible outfits that can be worn in multiple ways are becoming fashionable because of this. Why just buy one dress when you can have a convertible one that can be transformed into numerous looks?"
"This year, we have prevented the cutting of 103 trees with recycling projects. We have enabled recycling of 950 kilograms of waste oil. And through the recycling of waste batteries, we have prevented the contamination of around 26,000 square meters of soil."
Sign me up.
"Ronen Kadushin has designed a solution: An upholstered armchair made of several parts, all of which are readily cleanable and most of which can be recycled."
The passage below tells me the demand for eco-architects and contractors will continue to rise as energy efficiency and sustainability continue to be drivers for cost savings and social responsibility.
"One of the biggest challenges of the entire 14-month project was finding qualified contractors versed in green-building design and products. Now, she hopes the house will serve as a resource for other homeowners looking to incorporate some of the house's features, such as using sustainably forested wood materials, water-efficient appliances, and a rainwater harvesting system."
"Constructed as an extension to Camp Twin Lakes, a camp dedicated to kids with special needs.."
Founder of the Dearing Group LLC., a consultancy focused on communications and sustainability.
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