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As a "green" design expert I am often asked "How can I make my home more eco friendly"? My answer is typically another question, "What shade of green do you want to be"? You see it is possible to be anything from light seafoam to deep kelly green....and all of the shades are a step in the right direction. Your shade depends a great deal on your level of commitment to the environment, your health, your family and of course your budget!
Growing your home might mean starting from scratch and finding a reputable architect versed in green design practices and building. It might mean researching green building techniques to find the type of construction that suits your lifestyle and climate. Investigating various energy systems would definitely be of interest. Perhaps studying up on construction materials, their soundness in relation to sustainable practices and where and how to use them.
More likely you already own a home, perhaps built decades ago before people had much knowledge in regards to possible side effects of construction materials. In this case what can you do to be "eco-wise" and create a better living environment? Should you rip everything out and start from scratch? Should you save everything you can to keep it out of the landfill?
The most important thing you can do whether designing a new structure or improving one that already exists is become AWARE TODAY! Think about the products that make up your home or the ones you intend to bring in. Where were they made? What are they made of? Can they be recycled or are you re-purposing something that already exists? How long will it last? Where will it go when you are finished with it?
If you consider these questions before making additions to the stuff you already have, chances are you will make more informed decisions better to stand the test of time than the impulse purchase. What is your intention? Do you have chemical sensitivities that need to be addressed? Do you have a new baby in your home and want to limit exposure to harmful toxins? Maybe you just want to sleep better at night. Perhaps grow your own food to save costs and access better health. Knowing your goal is key because it will help set up a guideline for how much you want to do. It will give you something to focus on when you walk into that big box home improvement store...or visit your local craftsman to design that special piece of furniture.
So find your "shade of green" and keep it stashed in your back pocket. I guarantee just having the intention in your heart will assist you in making more environmentally conscious decisions around what you buy and why.
Holly Emrick is the owner of Apropos Design, Inc. and Roots Cabinetry in Silverthorne, Co. Questions may be directed to the contact page at http://www.greenhomedesignsource.com
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