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Much of the construction systems for this Feldman Architecture built home surrounded Green building principles– such as the rammed earth walls, rainwater irrigation planning and more. Located in Carmel, California, the Caterpillar House is a gorgeous contemporary visual within the otherwise untouched landscape. Being the first LEED Platinum custom home of the California Central Coast, this…

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The concept and excitement of LEED may not mean a whole lot to some, but to the E’terra Samara eco-resort in Ontario, Canada– it is a big deal. So much of a big deal that the resort is going to be installing twelve new rooms on the premise of their Gold LEED standard in the coming…

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LEED accreditation can be an important thing if you are looking to have the smallest carbon footprint possible. There are various ratings and a strenuous point system involved, but even this very large library to the tune of 22,500 square feet was able to achieve Silver status. Adjaye Associates was finally able to see the library’s…

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With small spaces making a comeback in design popularity and the rising cost of space in San Francisco continues– Panoramic Interests has created a concept for some small city living homes called “SmartSpace” in the city’s South of Market district. Set to be one of the few LEED Platinum Certified buildings, SmartSpace won’t be skimping on…

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There are some areas of the country where being green and sustainable is a great thing, and striving for that LEED certification is the pinnacle. San Francisco based firm Jones | Haydu put together a stunning and clean LEED certified office in the heart of the  bustling city. In only 1,100 square feet of space with…