green homes Archives - Colorado Builder Magazine

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COVID-19: Indoor air quality and its importance to disease prevention

Ensuring proper ventilation is an important step for builders to establish indoor air quality and limit the spread of COVID-19.

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Energy efficient housing can also be affordable, as seen in this mixed-income, mixed-use development led by the Denver Housing Authority.

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The passive house standard is ideal for Colorado to help builders construct homes that keep their clients comfortable, come snow or sun.

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Builders have a huge opportunity to build green homes that are comfortable for buyers and more efficient by focusing on

Reclaimed wood is a popular trend among homebuyers. (Photo: Francesca Tosolini, Unsplash)

Home developers and architects know that there are always trends encouraging homeowners to sway one way or another on features.

Propane contributes to the sustainability of green homes. (Photo: Vladimirs Prusakovs, Dreamstime)

In recent years, the demand for cleaner, more sustainable homes has grown — and that trend isn’t slowing down.

Colorado is emerging as a leader in green homes. (Photo: Labemax, Dreamstime.com)

Already a leader in green commercial building, Colorado is establishing itself as a place for green homes. Charlie WoodruffCharlie Woodruff

Financial burden can be eased by efficient, green homes. (Photo: Zoom178, dreamstime.com)

It’s a myth that sustainability in a home is a luxury for only those who can afford it. Charlie WoodruffCharlie