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EcoHome Launches Vision 2020

Your Roadmap To Sustainability

EcoHome has engaged some of the industry’s most renowned thought leaders in a year of collaborative research – to share their research, projects, and projections for our future.
Track the Vision 2020 Research Team all year long -- as these respected visionaries set new goals, metrics, and milestones in 10 critical areas, and lay out the roadmap to sustainability.

 

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Case Study: A Good Neighbor in Minneapolis

Modern NGBS-bronze apartment building fits in with its dignified surroundings.


 
 

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within their compact footprint, the three-bedroom, two-bathroom homes' efficient space planning allows for amenities not often found in homes of this size or price range, such as generous entries, laundry rooms, and desk nooks. 

Affordable Housing Goes Green

Five ultra-green projects that also happen to be affordable.

the schoolstreet development in libertyville, ill., includes architect sarah susanka’s not so big showhouse.

Sarah Susanka Opens Not So Big Showhouse in Illinois

The architect's latest project is designed to maximize livability.

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Product Review: Central Vacuum Systems

Central vacuum systems can remove dust and dirt more effectively than conventional...

 
 
 

New Products

  • M.D. Manufacturing. The SilentMaster vertical bag-type central vacuum boasts a patented noise-reduction system with total output under 62 decibels. The filtration system offers a proprietary, three-ply, disposable media that does not require venting, although optional venting is available. It has a large 12-gallon debris bucket. The line includes four motor sizes, from 458 to 905 air watts, for homes up to 20,000 square feet. It comes with a six-year warranty. 800.997.2278. www.builtinvacuum.com/silent_master.

    Central Vacuum System

    M.D. Manufacturing. The SilentMaster vertical bag-type central vacuum boasts a patented noise-reduction system with total output under 62 decibels.

     
  • Geothermal System

    Climatemaster. The Tranquility 22 Digital series geothermal system has one of the smallest footprints in the industry, making it ideal for retrofit projects or installation in tight spaces, the company says.

     
  • Solar Roofing System from Certainteed

    The Apollo solar roofing system for asphalt shingle roofs is made up of lightweight modules that use silicon solar cells to convert sunlight to electricity to generate up to 52 watts per module.

     

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the magazine

November-December 2011

Check out the November/December 2011 issue, including a report on the Make It Right Foundation’s progress rebuilding a ravaged New Orleans community and an in-depth look at a sustainable apartment building in Minneapolis. Also: a review of central vacuum systems, trends in prefab housing, and the winner of the 2011 Solar Decathlon.

 

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