Elliot Johnson, AIA has over 17 years experience with green building systems and products
The following outline is only an overview, there is no right and wrong in green building.
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Design
Site-specific design
Proper orientation
Large overhangs and covered porches
Innovative wall systems
Natural features and trees preserved
Energy
Team approach to overall design
Operable thermal chimney
HVAC equipment and ducts in thermal envelope
High quality windows with Low-E glass
Cooling system sized by Manual J based on actual design,
specifications and orientation
Duct installation to City of Austin Energy Code
Ceiling fans in all major rooms
Roof radiant barrier
Continuous soffit and ridge vent
Total fill insulation
Entire system designed and tested by Home Perfomrance specialist
Compact fluourescent bulbs
Materials
Recycled materials
Salvage materials
Durable materials
Engineered trusses
Health
& Safety
Low-Voc paints and adhesives
Natural materials where possible
Hard-surface flooring
Formaldehyde free insulation
Low-impact pesticides or integrated pest system
WaterWater conserving fixtures
Water conserving appliances
Natural landscaping preserved
Native landscaping utilized
Rainwater systems
Water
