- Green Program of the Year, which is given to a nonprofit group, utility or other agency with an exemplary green building program that is more than three years old, was won by Southface Energy Institute’s EarthCraft House™ initiative. With the participation of 74 builders, the program has certified 1,274 homes in the Atlanta metropolitan area through last year. The program has commitments for an additional 1,000 homes in 2004.
- Green Project of the Year: Multifamily, which honors the company that best showcases green design and construction techniques in multifamily construction, was won by Seabold Construction Co., Inc. in Beavertown, OR. The company was cited for its Douglas Meadows Project, which serves families at or below 30% and 50% of area median income. The project provides units that can accommodate larger families, and it features a children’s play area and landscaping designed according to sustainable construction standards.
- Green Project of the Year: Custom, which goes to the company that best showcases green design and construction techniques in custom homes that are at or above 100% of the local median sales price, was received by Yavapai College in Prescott, AZ. The college was recognized for its residential building technology program in which students each year design and build a for-sale house that integrates progressive and innovative building science with mainstream construction practices.
- Green Project of the Year: Production, which is presented to the company that best showcases green design and construction techniques in a new project where at least 10 homes have been built to the same specifications, was won by Pardee Homes. The Los Angeles-based company has distinguished itself through a progressive commitment to green building solutions that respond to consumer needs and preferences. All of Pardee’s new homes meet ENERGY STAR® requirements for energy efficiency and its “Living Smart” homes provide additional green building elements.
- Green Project of the Year: Remodeling, which is presented to the company that best showcases green design and construction techniques in modifications or improvements to existing homes involving water use, ventilation, energy efficiency and green products, was won by SawHorse, Inc. Based in Atlanta, the company’s EarthCraft™ Renovation program is committed to producing energy-efficient, healthy and resource-efficient residential renovation projects.
For additional information on the awards, e-mail Richard Price at NAHB or call him at 800-368-5242 x8495.
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'Good Green Homes' Available Through BuilderBooks.com
"Good Green Homes," available through BuilderBooks.com, offers builders a guide to create homes that are easier on the environment, less expensive and more enjoyable to live in. To view or order "Good Green Homes," click here, or call 800-223-2665 to order.
Go Green in 2005
Mark your calendars now for the seventh annual National Green Building Conference. Next year’s conference will be in Atlanta March 6-8.
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