Sustainable Residential InteriorsAn illustrated guide to "green" design strategies "This is a book that many in the design community have been waiting for--a volume that clearly and succinctly lays out the strategies and tools at our disposal for creating interiors that will serve not only our clients' needs, but also those of the planet. Best of all, it's an inspiration to read, allowing each of us to see our way to becoming a part of the design solution needed for a sustainable future. If you are a designer, you need this book!" "This excellent book will benefit designers of residential interiors that incorporate sustainable design into their practices or are looking to begin to do so. Designers may be surprised by the variety of projects shown that are great examples of residential sustainable interiors." Issues of sustainability and environmental consciousness have been increasingly important to designers of residential interiors. A leading firm that has built its expertise in addressing environmental concerns in residential interiors, Associates III presents solutions for the design practitioner in this book. Covering topics such as indoor air quality, identifying low-impact materials, conserving energy and water, and support of construction teams in reducing waste, Sustainable Residential Interiors provides designers with the necessary information and tools to integrate environmentally responsible design into their practice. Sustainable Residential Interiors takes readers through an integrated design process, showing how sustainable principles and practices can be applied on virtually every level of interior design. Taking a practical, hands-on approach, this accessible and easy-to-understand resource guide includes:
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... metal includes all of those elements and alloys that are " characterized by high electrical and thermal con ... metal , as are decorative hard- ware , appliances , kitchen hoods , and countertops . Yet metals are more than just utili ...
... Metal is mined from various locations around the globe . Some metal is extracted from ore through intensive manufacturing processes . Other metals such as silver and gold are found in veins , so the separation from the ore is slightly ...
... metal is perpetually recyclable , so most metal components can be recycled . Look for new metal furniture that has been fabricated from a high percentage of recycled steel , aluminum , or other metal . Because metal furnishings and ...
Contents
CHAPTER 1 Why Be Sustainable? | 1 |
CHAPTER 2 Inspiring Stories | 27 |
CHAPTER 3 Inspiring Projects | 43 |
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