Going Green Without the Greenbacks

Going Green without the Greenbacks SAVE A HOME SAVE THE PLANET STRIKING A BALANCE BETWEEN A HOMEOWNER’S BUDGET AND THEIR NEEDS

GREEN DESIGN Minimizes its impact on the environment through conservation of energy, water, and other resources, while contributing to the health of its occupants without compromising the aesthetic design. Approach a green project with a holistic view to seeing the HOUSE AS A SYSTEM REGARDING BUILDING SCIENCE, health and sustainability

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EXAMPLE PROJECT BEFORE ,[object Object]

windows before JALOUSIE AND LOUVER WINDOWS

DECISIONS BEFORE TEAR OUT BEGINS ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

EXISTING FLOOR PLAN EXISTING PLAN

FUTURE PHASE STUDY Thinking about future additions now will help with overall plan

START WITH A GOOD DESIGN CHAMPAGNE TASTE AND A BEER BUDGET DOESN’T HAVE TO MEAN YOU CAN’T HAVE WHAT YOU WANT Master plan for Maison vert

CONSTRUCTION BEGINS ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

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TEAR OUT REVEALS NO INSULATION and unsealed gaps A Easy SOLUTION TO GAINING ENERGY EFFICIENCY IS TO ADD INSULATION Some Insulation was in the CEILING AND FLOORS BUT None in THE WALLS Time to correct Under-structured construction that is common in Post WW2 housing due to shortages of material at the time

Insulate and Seal to Improve Energy Efficiency ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

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EXTERIOR MATERIALS ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],New Screened Louvered Vents in gable ends replace the row of drilled holes previously venting the attic

SIDING INSTALLED BY HOME OWNER

BATHROOM MATERIALS ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

KITCHEN MATERIALS ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

COUNTER / BACKSPLASH LIQUID STONE COUNTERTOP RECYCLED GLASS TILES

LAUNDRY CABINET STACKED WASHER DRYER SAVES ENERGY, WATER AND SPACE

Master Bedroom Text PAINT MIS-MIXED SECRETARY - CRAIGSLIST CLOSET DOORS - SECOND USE WINDOW SHADE - DESIGNER SURPLUS FABRIC

second bedroom PAINT - MIS-MIXED $5 DESK - CRAIGSLIST $0 WINDOW TREATMENT - FAMILY TRUNK & BED - CLIENT’S OWN DISPLAY CASE & ART - DESIGN CONSIGN CLOSET DOORS - SECOND USE

INTERIOR DOORS ,[object Object],[object Object]

Exterior Doors ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

HEATING AND LIGHTING ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

SOFA -CHILDRENS HOSPITAL THRIFT SHOP DINING TABLE - CRAIGSLIST DINING CHAIRS - DESIGN CONSIGN TABLE SETTING - MARSHALLS LAMPS - BURLINGTON COAT FACTORY WINDOW CURTAIN - DESIGNER SURPLUS ARMOIRE - CRAIGSLIST FURNISHINGS

GREEN SOURCE LIST 21 South Nevada St., Seattle, Wash., 98134 http://www.seattlehabitatoutlet.org/ Habitat Home Improvement Store SOURCE WEBSITE ADDRESS SECOND USE www.seconduse.com 7953 2nd Ave. S, Seattle, WA 98108 EARTHWISE www.earthwise-salvage.com 3447- 4th AVE. S. , STE. E, Seattle, WA 98134 RE STORE www.re-store.org/ballard 1440 N W 52nd ST, Seattle, WA 98107 CRAIG’S LIST www.craigslist.org DALY’S www.dalyspaint.com 3525 Stone Way N, Seattle, WA 98103 SEATTLE PAINT www.seattlepaint.com 5 LOCATIONS SHORELINE TO TACOMA CONSIGN DESIGN www.consigndesign.us 1630 15th Ave W, Seattle, WA 98119 BEDROCK INDUSTRIES www.bedrockindustries.com 1401 W. Garfield St, Seattle, WA 98119

ADDITIONAL RESOURSES CONTRACTOR BONEYARDS GARAGE SALES THRIFT STORES CONSIGNMENT SHOPS DISTRIBUTOR CLOSEOUTS SCRATCH AND DENT SALES CREATIVE RE-PURPOSING SURPLUS SALES Stock window treatments

Tax Credits ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Additional Tax Credits for New and Existing Homes ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Stimulus Bill appliance Rebates $6.2 million for Wa State $50-$200 Rebates ?Jan 2010 ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Data of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency http://www.dsireusa.org/

ENERGY EFFICIENCY ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

AIR QUALITY IMPROVEMENTS ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND REDUCED LANDFILL ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Value of Property ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],Possible Project Tax Credit and Rebate qualifications 30% tax credit on insulation and windows Rebate on Refrigerator, Washer $30 for Recyling Old Refrigerator

Excerpts From Sustainability Survey ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

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