Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects

Architects & Building Designers , Accessory Dwelling Units , Home Remodeling , Home Additions , Universal Design , Basement Remodeling

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TEN ECO TIPS - Resilient Design

Designs Northwest Architects was recently featured in the book 1000 TIPS by 100 ECO ARCHITECTS, edited by Marta Serrat. Here are ten Eco Tips we use when thinking about sustainable design.

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Green Roofs:

Eco Tip # 1 Green Roofs and Cisterns

You can reduce the need for mechanical cooling by using passive strategies. Windows can be located to provide cross- ventilation. Sun shading devices can be used to reduce solar gain. Operable walls can be used to create semi-outdoor rooms.

ECO TIP # 2 Use passive cooling

Use concrete or tile floor systems:

ECO TIP #3 Use concrete floor systems

Borrow light for dark spaces:

ECO TIP # 4 Borrow light for dark spaces

Use Native landscaping:

ECO TIP # 5 Use native landscaping

Prioritize your use of glazing:

ECO TIP # 6 Prioritize your use of glazing

Use a rain screen system:

ECO TIP # 7 Use rain screen systems

Choose materials carefully:

ECO TIP # 8 Choose materials carefully

Adaptive Reuse:

ECO TIP # 9 Adaptive reuse

Limit the footprint:

ECO TIP # 10 Limit the footprint

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