Sustainable design is here to stay
Energy efficient and environmentally friendly buildings begin with designers who incorporate innovative solutions and products into every phase of a building’s creation: from site planning for storm water runoff to construction with recycled materials to interior paints and furniture that give off zero toxins. One Grand West Michigan firm has put their cutting edge knowledge to work educating the public on the advantages of designing and building ‘green’.
According to excerpts from the story:
KALAMAZOO — Increased interest in alternative energy, renewable resources and sustainable design has directly propelled a market transformation for the design-build industry.
Recognizing the importance of the green movement, more businesses have incorporated elements like energy efficient lighting, waterless urinals and zero volatile organic compound (VOC) paints into the design of their facilities. Daniel Durkee, LEED accredited senior architect for Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr and Huber Inc. believes this trend will continue.
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