Brick and stone veneer are nothing new to the world of architecture and construction. They are attractive, durable, and don’t come with the same hefty price tag as a traditional, full sized stone or brick. And, in the instance of this beautiful new home in Evanston, Illinois, their use marks achieving a standard of sustainability measured by the popular certification program, LEED. These are no ordinary stone veneers. They are entirely man-made, which gives them several important qualities that do well to promote environmentally friendly design. This article aims to examine this stunning work of residential construction, and answer a few fundamental questions about LEED. What is it? Why is it Important? And how do things like sourcing local, sustainable materials make an impact on the environment? Learn more: http://bit.ly/leed-stone-veneer

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Beechwood sits on the edge of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) in Oxfordshire. Employing high-quality materials, simple detailing and robust forms, the design produced a contemporary and sustainable home appropriate to its context. The materials used in the project push conventional design boundaries but sit together harmoniously in the woodland setting. Blue/black engineering brickwork combine with pre-weathered Corten steel cladding, enabling the house to bleed into the landscape. Implementing energy saving solutions was integral to the success of this project and was a key part of the client brief. The design followed best practice in nine categories of sustainable design: energy and CO2 emissions, water, materials, surface water run-off, waste, pollution, health and wellbeing, management and ecology. Beechwood achieved a Level 4 certificate under The Code for Sustainable Homes.

Beechwood sits on the edge of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) in Oxfordshire. Employing high-quality materials, simple detailing and robust forms, the design produced a contemporary and sustainable home appropriate to its context. The materials used in the project push conventional design boundaries but sit together harmoniously in the woodland setting. Blue/black engineering brickwork combine with pre-weathered Corten steel cladding, enabling the house to bleed into the landscape. Implementing energy saving solutions was integral to the success of this project and was a key part of the client brief. The design followed best practice in nine categories of sustainable design: energy and CO2 emissions, water, materials, surface water run-off, waste, pollution, health and wellbeing, management and ecology. Beechwood achieved a Level 4 certificate under The Code for Sustainable Homes.

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Small transitional master medium tone wood floor and brown floor bedroom photo with blue walls and no fireplace

A natural floral palette of green, white and gold. Eco-friendly wallpaper with a subtle surface texture, 24 inches wide by 27 feet long, sold per 54 square foot roll. Hand-drawn pattern inspired by Matilija Poppies. A favorite California native flower, the Matilija Poppy is known for its, lacy petals , fluffy pom pom center, and resemblance to a very large fried egg. Made in the USA on FSC certified paper. PVC free. Pattern repeat: 24” Printed with water-based latex inks that carry the GREENGUARD Gold certification.

A floral palette of blue, brown,white, and gold. Eco-friendly wallpaper with a subtle surface texture, 24 inches wide by 27 feet long, sold per 54 square foot roll. Hand-drawn pattern inspired by Matilija Poppies. A favorite California native flower, the Matilija Poppy is known for its, lacy petals , fluffy pom pom center, and resemblance to a very large fried egg. Made in the USA on FSC certified paper. PVC free. Pattern repeat: 24” Printed with water-based latex inks that carry the GREENGUARD Gold certification.

tangelo design Tasteful Interior Design in Calgary I believe every home should be as individual as the people that live in it. Over the past 25+ years, it has been a pleasure and privilege to create unique spaces for my clients. From simple to complex, I strive to make every home as beautiful as it can be. With a background in Fine Arts and a specialized certification in Kitchen, Bath and Millwork Design, I am proud to have won local and national awards for my designs. Tangelo Design services include complete material and finishing selections, colour consultation and pre-blueprint space planning. Consultations to update spaces, getting a home ready to sell and pre-move in renovations are also available. I look forward to hearing from you and assisting you through your upcoming home project!

Single-family new construction in Albinea (RE), Italy, certified Class A by CasaClima Agency for high energy efficiency. This single-family home was designed as part of an existing development plan near Albinea (in the province of Reggio Emilia), for which there were prescribed traditional design guidelines imposed. The architectural form, therefore, references a traditional Emilian farmhouse with a central "porta morta" area that acts as the entrance and stairwell. The color palette blends in with the surrounding hay fields, and the rear of the house offers decks and balconies overlooking the hills of the Reggiano Apennines. Our challenge was to focus on the efficiency of the building envelope, without changing the orientation of the building. Despite the fact that the shorter side of the house is facing South and through careful design calculations and testing during construction, we were able to achieve Class A in the CasaClima rating scheme, one of the highest Italian certifications available. This project is a joint development with Roverella SRL and is now for sale: httpa//www.immobiliare.it/44731806-Vendita-Villa-via-Conte-6-Albinea.html::: http://www.immobiliare.it/44731806-Vendita-Villa-via-Conte-6-Albinea.html photos by Sara Salsi

The Stables are a multi-family residential building made up of 27 townhomes in 9 bar, across 3 buildings. Intus' Eforte steel reinforced triple pane polymer window assemblies were used and the building gained the LEED-H Platinum certificate, with an array of passive house details. Learn more about this project here: http://www.onionflats.com/projects/featured/the-stables.php,

All RINEKWALL designs are available on wallcovering. Combining wallcoverings with coordinating RINEKWALL designs on fabrics from a series or collection can create a unique style and theme for an entire space. Our wallcovering is a high performance, dimensionally stable, breathable, and eco-friendly material. The Rainforest Alliance and FSC Certified paper is made with 10% post-consumer waste, achieving a sustainable advantage over traditional vinyl materials. It meets the strict California 01350 standards for indoor air quality, a prerequisite for LEED credit certification, and carries a class “A” fire rating based on ASTM E-84. Wallcovering is available in two weights. Our Commercial Wallcovering is a 10pt paper. Our Standard Wallcovering is a 6pt paper. Engineered to be easy to install, the paper is pre-pasted. Simply spraying the back of the paper with water activates the adhesive and in one minute the paper is ready to install.

Rosenberg Kolb Architects is proud to announce our renovation of a 1747 timber frame house on Nantucket Island, completed in 2011. The first historic renovation project in Nantucket to receive LEED Gold status. The project was given a Grand Award by Eco Home Magazine in July, 2011. The project included: Restructuring the foundations to align and stabilize the structure in addition to providing for a new insulated crawl space; A 260 square foot addition for a kitchen, bath, and new entry; New cedar shingles, roof shingles, and restored historic windows; The house met the strict regulations of Nantucket's Historic District. On the inside, LEED Gold certification was met through: High R-value insulation and reduced air leakage; High efficiency heating, air conditioning, plumbing fixtures, and appliances; Low-emission paints and finishes as well as a clay wall finish; Using reclaimed materials from the original house and other sites. The project has been published in: N Magazine July 2011 Eco Home Magazine July 2011 New England Home June 2011

APPLICATION: • Docks, Ponds, Tanks, Pools, Up or Down Light CONSTRUCTION: • 316 Stainless Steel (SS Model) • 6061 Aluminum – Black Anodized (BLK Model) • High Performance C360 Solid Brass (BR Model) • Tempered Mineral Glass Protective Lens LED Life Expectancy (TM-21 data): • Greater than 60,000 hours (greater than 20 years at 8 hours per day) DRIVER SYSTEM: • Internal Driver constructed with advanced electronic components INPUT VOLTAGE RANGE: • 10.5 to 18 Volts AC or DC (20-50 Watt equivalent models) • 12 to 18 Volts AC or DC (75 Watt equivalent model) INSTALLATION and HARDWARE: • LV180 Ground Stake included • All stainless steel hardware LEAD WIRES: • SJEOOW 18 AWG Tinned Copper Wire • 20 foot length ELECTRONICS WARRANTY: • 20 Years CERTIFICATION: • IP68

All RINEKWALL designs are available on wallcovering. Combining wallcoverings with coordinating RINEKWALL designs on fabrics from a series or collection can create a unique style and theme for an entire space. Our wallcovering is a high performance, dimensionally stable, breathable, and eco-friendly material. The Rainforest Alliance and FSC Certified paper is made with 10% post-consumer waste, achieving a sustainable advantage over traditional vinyl materials. It meets the strict California 01350 standards for indoor air quality, a prerequisite for LEED credit certification, and carries a class “A” fire rating based on ASTM E-84. Wallcovering is available in two weights. Our Commercial Wallcovering is a 10pt paper. Our Standard Wallcovering is a 6pt paper. Engineered to be easy to install, the paper is pre-pasted. Simply spraying the back of the paper with water activates the adhesive and in one minute the paper is ready to install.

Photography by John Gibbons This 28 unit project consists of four seven unit multi-family homes just two blocks away from Sloan’s Lake. The design takes advantage of city and mountain views while gathering around a private urban park and garden. The genesis of the project creates a community within the neighborhood. This project is designed for LEED Gold certification, is solar ready, and utilizes a district geothermal (ground source) heat-pump system for mechanical heating and cooling.

A moody floral palette of green, white and gold. Eco-friendly wallpaper with a subtle surface texture, 24 inches wide by 27 feet long, sold per 54 square foot roll. Hand-drawn pattern inspired by Matilija Poppies. A favorite California native flower, the Matilija Poppy is known for its, lacy petals , fluffy pom pom center, and resemblance to a very large fried egg. Made in the USA on FSC certified paper. PVC free. Pattern repeat: 24” Printed with water-based latex inks that carry the GREENGUARD Gold certification.

Beechwood sits on the edge of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) in Oxfordshire. Employing high-quality materials, simple detailing and robust forms, the design produced a contemporary and sustainable home appropriate to its context. The materials used in the project push conventional design boundaries but sit together harmoniously in the woodland setting. Blue/black engineering brickwork combine with pre-weathered Corten steel cladding, enabling the house to bleed into the landscape. Implementing energy saving solutions was integral to the success of this project and was a key part of the client brief. The design followed best practice in nine categories of sustainable design: energy and CO2 emissions, water, materials, surface water run-off, waste, pollution, health and wellbeing, management and ecology. Beechwood achieved a Level 4 certificate under The Code for Sustainable Homes.

5 beds, 5 ½ baths, and approximately 4,289 square feet. VISION House - Los Angeles '12 by Structure Home...a collaboration with Green Builder Media to build a new and sustainable showcase home, the first of its kind on the West Coast. This custom home demonstrated current products, materials and construction methods on the leading edge of sustainability, within communities throughout Los Angeles. This home was an inspired, collaborative architectural home by KAA architects & P2 Design. The interior was done by Jill Wolff Interior Design. Upon a courtyard approach, a peaceful setting envelopes you. Sun-filled master bedroom w/oil-rubbed Walnut floors; huge walk-in closet; unsurpassed Kohler master bathroom. Superb open kitchen w/state of the art Gaggenau appliances, is linked to family/dining areas, accented w/Porcelain tile floors, voluminous stained cedar ceilings, leading you thru fold away glass doors, to outdoor living room with fireplace & private yard. This home combines Contemporary design, CA Mission style lines & Traditional influence, providing living conditions of ease & comfort for your specific lifestyle. Achieved LEED Silver Certification, offering energy efficiency; sustainability; and advancements in technology. Photo by: Latham Architectural

A moody floral palette of pink, grey, and white. Eco-friendly wallpaper with a subtle surface texture, 24 inches wide by 27 feet long, sold per 54 square foot roll. Hand-drawn pattern inspired by Matilija Poppies. A favorite California native flower, the Matilija Poppy is known for its, lacy petals , fluffy pom pom center, and resemblance to a very large fried egg. Made in the USA on FSC certified paper. PVC free. Pattern repeat: 24” Printed with water-based latex inks that carry the GREENGUARD Gold certification.