ith green home building on the rise, house plan companies like Direct
from the Designers are making it easier for builders and consumers to build
an energy-efficient home with their award-winning, exclusive collection of
ENERGY STAR house plans. A recent Green Home Builders and Remodelers study
released by McGraw-Hill Construction stated that green homes comprised 17%
of the overall residential construction market in 2011 and is expected to
reach between 29% and 38% of the home market by 2016. Equally committed to
promoting sustainable building are manufacturers who realize the importance
of providing consumers and builders with innovative, stylish and
energy-efficient home building products.
Check out some of these innovative green products like
fiberglass columns and
entry doors,
steel garage doors,
bamboo and cork flooring and
water-efficient kitchen and
bath faucets and accessories. Enjoy learning what is involved in
Building a Green Home and how to select the right house plan for your
needs, lifestyle and budget.
