Future-proofing / Green Building & Sustainable Home Renovation Information & Advice

Why Building Affordable Eco Homes is Important
Efficient home design

Why building an affordable family home today means choosing to build a green home

As the effects of climate change become more pronounced every year, it is becoming virtually impossible for the most ardent climate change deniers to dismiss it, despite their valiant efforts. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): "Rising global average temperature is associated with widespread change...

Resilient Homes, why they're important in dealing with Climate Change
Lifestyle and environment

Resilient homes - why we need to build to withstand climate change events

Future-proofing homes for climate change:  Anticipating future climatic challenges and constructing resilient buildings to withstand them should be an important consideration when building any new home - but we're often told that "a Green home costs more", and too many people then decide in the face of resistance from ...

How to choose a building lot for building sustainable homes
Excavation

Things to look for when purchasing land for building a sustainable home

It is not illegal to sell an unbuildable lot, so buyers beware. Any number of roadblocks can prevent you from building the house you want, or any house at all, so before you make a purchase make sure you can proceed with your plans. Issues to consider before making an offer: Zoning: First check that you are allowed to ...