For some it conjures up images of high tech houses with electric window shades and solar awnings. Others see straw-bale walls and grassy roofs. Some folks may not have heard of green building at all. The truth is that green building is not a style of architecture, or a method of construction, or a type of material; it is a process and a set of principles that permeate the way we think about building. Building green means that we incorporate environmental considerations into every aspect of the building process. From the way we design the streets to the type of material on your countertop, we take the principles of sustainability, durability and community into account. The folks at New Urban Builders are committed to providing you with connected, walkable neighborhoods and beautiful, functional homes that conserve energy as well our precious natural resources. Whether we are developing a construction waste recycling program or fabricating custom counters with recycled materials, the principles of environmental stewardship and lasting value have become a natural part of the process. A green home is simply a home that conserves energy, conserves resources, is healthier to live in and will be there for your children’s children to enjoy. Why should we build green? We think the better question is: Why shouldn’t we build green? Is it harder to build green? It can be. Is it worth the effort? We think so.
