Posts Tagged: green building
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May 20, 2011
No CommentsUnderstanding Green Building Floor Plans
Selecting and building floor plans are analogous of a blank canvas. From open floor plans, LEED design to passive design, marketable house plans transcend eccentric nuances, which may prove to depreciate the home's value (in the event of a sale). Passive design, LEED design and green building symbolize similar architectural ethos....
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Feb 25, 2011
No CommentsHome Trends for House Plans: Past, Present and Future
In the February 15th edition of HousePlansandMore.com, the editors highlighted several home trends, which have “run their course.” As was seen from 2003 through 2008, before the fall of big house plans, these—Herculean domiciles with disproportionately sized outdoor spaces were a common home trend. But, just as a recessed economy promoted the concept of downsizing,...
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Mar 20, 2010
No CommentsGreen Building the New Home Floor Plan
many homeowners find themselves exploring new home floor plans and making considerations for an aesthetic renovation. Prior to...
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Feb 20, 2010
No CommentsGreen Building a New a House Plan
An overview of tips, terms and incentives for building a green...
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Oct 19, 2009
1 CommentModular Homes Are Really Green
There are several misconceptions about the design and green qualities of the modular home. In this installment of Best House Floor Plans, we’re evaluating five common fallacies associated with the home built off-site: Fallacy #1: Modular homes require almost a year to build. On the contrary and depending on the size of the modular home,...
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Apr 18, 2008
No CommentsDesign Your Earth Home
With the green home movement continuing to gain steam, earth homes are continuing to gain popularity. Earth homes are known for their natural materials. They are known for being comfortable, affordable, and energy efficient. They can help homeowners cut down on fuel costs and increase natural lighting. House Plans and More’s resource center features several...