Sustainability is a growing trend for homeowners. Here are some practical tips for how you can incorporate sustainable features into your project that will not only enhance your home design, but will provide you with energy saving environment-conscious benefits.
Energy efficiency
Switching to energy-efficient LED lighting is an easy adjustment to make and will lead to reduced energy consumption and lower electricity bills. You may also want to consider installing dimmers and sensors in certain rooms so you can control how much light you need to use throughout the day.
Natural light
Natural light allows you to leave lights off longer. With added and strategically placed windows, you’ll be consuming less electricity and feeling more connected to nature. Solar tubes or skylights can be used on their own to bring more natural light to spaces.
Locally sourced materials
Using materials that are locally sourced materials is a great way to lessen your impact on the environment and to support local businesses. Seeking out local materials as much as possible reduces the carbon footprint of the materials and supports your local economy.
Natural finishes
Aside from being aesthetically pleasing, natural finishes can improve indoor air quality and overall house health. Consider plant-based materials and materials with low VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds).
Native landscaping
Incorporating native plants in your yard will make your home design seamlessly work with your local area. Also, these native plants provide food and shelter for wildlife, and they contribute to the larger ecosystem. Additionally, local foliage will be most resilient to ongoing and changing climate factors for less maintenance in the long run.
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