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Living & Building Green

Houseplansandmore has created this special section on our website that includes all the latest facts and information about living and building green. Browse the categories below to find the information you need to live an environmentally friendly lifestyle. From simple tips for making small changes to building an entire home the "green" way, we've got all the information you will need to become conscious of the earth.

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Featured "Green" Home Plan

This rustic design combines stylish stone and economical siding while solar panels and other energy efficient features create a home that is not only beautiful, but environmentally conscious as well.

Living & Building Green Resource Center

Click on the links below to unearth knowledge of environmental awareness for all aspects of your life.

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Energy Efficient Home Plans

Every home plan in this group offers increased insulation to reduce energy consumption, from either 2" x 6" exterior walls, insulated concrete form walls or expanding foam insulation.
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How To Build A House The "Green" Way

Intelligent building and material choices help create a home with better efficiency while using products that are not endangered or harmful to the environment. Included are ways to live green now that your home is built.
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Green Home Builders

Here you will find several builders who specialize in building homes for their clients that incorporate green practices, products, and materials. These companies are on a mission to conserve the earth's resources.
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Green Products & Services

From painting to accessorizing, your new home reflects your personality in every way. Now you can decorate with eco-friendly furniture, paint and flooring without ever losing your sense of style.
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Other Green Resources

Our resource area includes information from books we recommend to blog links on maintaining and living green at a variety of levels. From recycling to growing your own organic vegetables, you'll find great info.
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Glossary Of "Green" Terms

Green lingo is everywhere you turn these days. Here, we list the true definitions of serveral terms you see and hear througout the media today. A quick review of these terms and you will quickly become eco-savvy.
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Eco-Friendly Quick Tips

This quick list of tips is the perfect place to start if you plan on going "green." Browse this list and see where you can instantly start saving the environment and even become more money-conscious at the same time.
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FAQ's About Going Green

Discover the answers to many of the most common questions about green building, living, and the entire green revolution right in one place.