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| Renewable Energy Roundup - Building a Green Home (1 of 5)Sat, 08 Nov 2008 22:23:18 -0800 by OrganicTexasBuilding a Green Home: This Way or That Way? (Part 1 of 5)Filmed on location in Fredericksburg, TX on September 27th, 2008. The Energy Roundup / GreenFair is a great event to learn about green building, alternative energy, sustainable practices and more. Official website: http://www.theroundu p.org/Robert ZirkelShelter Design & Construction, Inc.There are many green alternatives to conventional construction, and deciding which method to utilize can be confusing and even overwhelming. Robert will discuss and compare several houses he has built with various systems, including ICF's (Insulated Concrete Forms), particularly rastra; thermal steel panel walls set in stuctural steel with SIPS panel roof; stick framing with foam insulation; and exterior insulation with waterproof exterior vapor barrier. More "natural" methods such as Cob, adobe, compressed soil blocks, and straw bale will also be presented. Other topics will include interior finishes such as flooring, cabinets, and countertops.Robert Zirkel, president of Shelter Design & Construction, Inc., has over twenty-five years of construction experience. He has been a proponent of green building since the early 1990's and has built energy efficient homes using several different construction methods. His experience working with chemically sensitive individuals enhanced his interest in the use of non-toxic building materials. Related: fredericksburg green natural organic greenfair building sip insulated concrete forms icf energy efficient home construction |
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| 435 RanchitosFri, 07 Nov 2008 10:40:56 -0800 by seasidemexicoThis energy efficient straw bale home with R50 rating, has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. It has 2 air conditioners and a great open floor plan with living/dining area and large breakfast bar. There are patios outside that surround most of the house, a fun upper margarita deck with very nice palapa to enjoy the evening sunsets and view of the ocean and mountains. The lot is 1000 sq. meters (40m x 25, or ΒΌ acre) with lots of room to add a pool, garden area or large garage. The home is approximately 1500 sq. ft (145 m2) and was built in 2003. There is a full RV spot with full hookups. This great house stays cool in the summer and warm in the winter for a very comfortable home for your vacation enjoyment or full time retirement living. Related: san carlos real estate san carlos mexico retirement sonora guaymas beachfront real property fishing sea of cortez bay estates baja realestate marina punta mexican scuba diving |
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