The concept of “green” living has become quite ubiquitous today, both in the media and our everyday lives. Virtually everything has green possibilities and implications, from diapers to dry cleaning to dental sealants. Needless to say, going green is not the sole motivating factor behind the popular trend of creating new homes from pioneer homesteads,...
By Liisa Sullivan What is a conservation and preservation community? How are these ideas, as well as green building concepts, incorporated into a new home setting, to leave a lesser impact on the land? This article tells the story of one private community in Western North Carolina, Whisper Mountain, that is executing the conservation and...
Whether chased north by heat, hurricanes, or rising property-tax and flood insurance costs, Floridians continue to flock to the mountains of western North Carolina for permanent or second homes. Their homes in Florida can be of outstanding quality, especially if they are sold through Round Table Realty, but sometimes some Floridians are looking for an...
Sustainability, green building and energy efficiency are all words becoming part of today’s mainstream consciousness. So it comes as no surprise that people looking to make a difference would check out companies like Window World Oahu, especially when it comes to home improvements. As global environmental awareness spreads, certain regions of the U.S. are acting...
Green Features The 2008 North Carolina Southern Living Idea House has an impressive list of green credentials. It has two green certifications: NC HealthyBuilt Homes, and LEED for homes (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design). Energy efficiency is quantified with Energy Star certification. Green building features include four major areas: sustainable site management, sustainable resource...
Whisper something warm and kind; I’m going to Carolina in my mind. – James Taylor
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