Go Green Without Going [Into the] Red July 29, 2009

You don't need to go into the red to "green" your home. New materials and techniques allow you to build, remodel, redecorate or landscape without paying a premium. Keep the green in your wallet while living in beautiful, environmentally-friendly surroundings.

Expertise saves you time, money and frustration. Come meet the Green Dream Team, experts with tips on how to go green without blowing your budget at this event. Learn how the typical home owner can get the most for their money:

- What changes most improve the energy efficiency of your home? How do you spot the biggest energy leaks in your house--and fix them?
- What can you do to maximize government credits and rebates?
- What low-cost thing can you do that will pay you back in just one year?
- What common problem is probably creating a health hazard in your home right now--and can be fixed without breaking the bank?
- What common pitfalls happen when people "save money" on remodels?
- What can you take out of your home to make it greener?

Team members include:

- Bob Davis of Spectrum Fine Homes (design+build, interior - design) and GreenPoint Coach
- Julie Orr of Julie Orr Design (sustainable landscape designer)
- Bryant Busalacchi of Signature Hardwood Floors (flooring)
- Davide Giannella of Acadia-Architecture (sustainable architect)
- Ron Witaker of The ReUse People (deconstructing buildings)
- Gerhard Hoog of EST (LEDs: solid state lighting solutions)

Green homes are ideal because they:

- Sell faster and command higher prices than traditional homes.
- Place less stress on the environment.
- Are healthier and more comfortable for the people that live in them.
- Cost less to operate.
- Are more inviting spaces to entertain in.

$20 at the door.

Come join us starting at 4:30 pm for a tour of the GreenV facilities, 1 Chestnut Avenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080.

This meeting is sponsored by GreenMaking.com, the local website for building green homes.

$20.00.

Official Website: http://architecture.meetup.com/102/calendar/10817769/