Building Green

What does it Mean?

Green used to be best known as slang for money, not anymore! Today “Green” is everywhere, television, newspaper, magazines, grocery stores, even our local coffee shop. What does it all mean? Well that would depend on who you ask? According to Wikipedia, green is associated with regeneration, fertility and rebirth for its connections to nature. As the environment continues to be a hot button, particularly in an election year, more and more companies have promoted and sold green, or environmentally friendly, products.

Various green building certification programs are available to help builders create more sustainable and resource-efficient homes. As we evaluate them, we often find that our building practices we have had in place for years have meet or exceed program standards. To learn more about what you can do to “Go Green” visit www.buyenergyefficient.org and www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=heat_cool.pr_hvac

As the Texas Hill Country continues to grow we want to maximize our resources and design/build homes that compliment our beautiful community. In our opinion it is always a great time to consider green!

Authentic Custom homes specializes in designing unique homes tailored to meet the needs and desires of each client, in that spirit we will advise the client on the cost effectiveness of the various products, but ultimately we include as many green building products into each home as the client chooses.