Design Dive Monthly Feb ‘23: Hudson Blau Newsletter

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Welcome to Our Monthly Design Dive | Reply or Forward to a Friend! People often use the terms green and sustainable interchangeably but what do these terms actually mean? How does something like sustainability or going green fit into a home's interior design plan?  The term "green design" is a specific approach to interior design that emphasizes the use of environmentally friendly materials and practices. On the other hand, "sustainability" is a broader concept that encompasses all aspects of the design and operation of the space. Join us as we explore how to transform your living space into its most natural form by learning to embrace green practices, sustainable-forward design, and the beauty behind simplicity. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, more than 12.2 MILLION TONS of furniture and home furnishings end up in landfills each year. Take a more environmentally-friendly approach by inquiring with local sources that promote safe manufacturing processes and provide transparency into their product offerings.  You can also put your trust into organizations like Center for EcoTechnology who will accept reclaimed and surplus cabinets, vanities, fixtures, windows and doors, lighting, appliances, construction materials and more. Green design is more than just recycling scrap materials or minimizing the negative effects that design has on the environment, it's about standing out and going against the wave. One of the many benefits in green design is an increase in efficiency across the board– water, electricity, heating, and cooling!  For example– the annual carbon footprint per capita in the US is the highest in the world at around 16 tons per person. By incorporating a sustainable energy source like solar into your home's design plan, it can help lower your carbon footprint by an estimated 25% per year! By putting systems in place with sustainability at the forefront, you'll actually save money in the long-run with maintenance costs. A recent cost-benefit study out of California showed that green design saves homeowners between $50-70 per square foot, equating to thousands of dollars in the lifetime value of your home compared to traditional design methods. In another California study, green-certified houses sold for an average 2.19 percent premium. With a median house value of around $600,000, homeowners are adding upwards of $13,140 onto their home by integrating green design and sustainable assets into their living spaces. According to studies, people who reside in green-focused structures receive more health benefits due to the eco-friendly materials utilized in construction than their counterparts. These benefits include better respiratory health, cognitive function, and improved  emotional wellbeing. As a growing trend, green design plays a critical role in helping people realize the importance of sustainability, conservation, and refining your home plan to be more natural. By doing so, you can wake up knowing that not only does your house look amazing but you're positively contributing to a cause larger than yourself! “Refuse what you do not need; reduce what you do need; reuse what you consume; recycle what you cannot refuse, reduce, or reuse; and compost the rest.” ― Bea Johnson VIEW THE PORTFOLIO HEAR FROM HAPPY CLIENTS SCHEDULE YOUR NEXT PROJECT Website Email Phone Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Houzz Pinterest Photo attributions: Decorilla, Solarworks, AR Design Studio, National Economy Credit attributions: US EPA, Cool California, USGBC, A1SolarStore, WashingtonPost, CT.gov, CET Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.