Make Sure your Mid-Century Remodel is Green

Do you ever think of remodeling your ranch as a strike for
sustainability? I do. There are so many ranches across America
waiting to be someone's dream home ... and choosing one to
remodel is green - as in sustainable - compared to any new
construction except maybe the most dramatic of Passivhaus or LEED
Certified new homes. 


Why? Because the choice to remodel is green, inherently. You are
protecting undeveloped space, cutting down on building materials
and waste, and keeping your home smaller. Good on you!


But you can still plan your remodel to be even more sustainable
by keeping a few key concepts in mind. 


In today's episode you'll hear ...


Jump right to why remodeling can be greener than any kind of
new building [2:10]

Why good designers love "problems" and "constraints" and how
they can make your home better [6:00]

How to make any remodel more sustainable [6:45]

Add natural light as much as possible [7:05]

Plan for passive solar [8:25]

Embrace Thermal Delight instead of controlling for perfect
temperatures [10:10}

Remember that small is beautiful [11:30]

Choose your materials and other finishes carefully [13:00]

Avoid trendiness [14:20]

Remember that good design takes time. Try to give yourself
time to discover what will matter most to you in your remodel
[16:05]



Find links and detailed show notes at midmod-midwest.com/404.