Social Accountability & Sustanibility

Green Building Concepts

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Description

Green building takes sustainable development concepts which can then be applied to a vast array of practices tied to construction

There are many different approaches to take when maximizing the sustainability of a building’s design. Green doesn’t have to be about achieving the best green rating possible; every little green bit helps! Dovetail has put together a list of eight basic green building concepts to take into consideration.

Important Areas to Consider When Building Green

Climate and Locale

People Matter

Think Small

Cool Naturally and Heat Efficiently

Go Native

Old Before New

Sustainable Materials

Insulate and Ventilate