Green building or green design is the design and construction practices that significantly reduce or eliminate the negative impact of buildings on the environment and occupants in five broad areas:  Sustainable site planning, Safeguarding water and water efficiency, Energy efficiency and renewable energy, Conservation of materials and resources and Indoor environmental quality.

       There are many benefits that fall into green building. Environmental benefits such as: Enhance and protect ecosystems and biodiversity, improves air and water quality, reduce soil waste and Conserve natural resources.  There are also Economic benefits such as:  Reduce operating costs, enhance asset value and profits and optimizes life-cycle economic performance.  Health and community benefits include:  improved air, thermal and acoustic environments, enhanced occupant comfort and health, minimized strain on local infrastructure, contribute to overall quality of life.

       At Pyranak Design Group, we are strong believers of green building and designing.  All our homes are now rated at least Energy Star efficient and green building and designing is a principle that everyone at Pyranak Design Group practices.  From start to finish of your home, we work to meet LEED codes and assure your house is completed correctly.  Green building is not just great for the environmentally friendly folks out there.  It is for everyone who cares for their own health, lower costs in bills and greater comfort.