Tag: renovation
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CSU’s Pueblo Library wins Leed Platinum Rating – Northern Colorado Business Report
CSU’s Pueblo Library wins Leed Platinum RatingNorthern Colorado Business ReportThe Library and Academic Resources Center (LARC) at Colorado State University-Pueblo has gained LEED certification following a two-year renovation, costing $24 million. The building received a platinum rating, the highest certification given by the …
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How to Increase Home Energy Efficiency with Interior Sliding Glass Doors
There’s no question that the use of glass in interior design can add a stunning visual element, but did you know that interior sliding glass doors can contribute to the energy efficiency of your home? In addition to allowing living spaces to be closed off when not in use to save on energy costs, glass…
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Historic 1950s-Era Austin Duplex Gets Sustainable Renovation from Alterstudio Architects
This sustainable remodeling project by Alterstudio Architects renovated a 1950s-era duplex in the Hyde Park historic district of Austin, Texas, into a contemporary single-family home that is both energy-efficient and water-conserving. The locally-made brick facades and steel casement windows of the existing structure of the Avenue G House were maintained with the addition of a second…
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Cornerstone of Nashville Riverfront Master Plan Showcases Sustainable Adaptive Reuse
When Nashville built its new stadium for the Tennessee Titans, the former headquarters of the Nashville Bridge Company were spared demolition. Built in 1908, with additions made to the 5,000 square foot building in 1924 and 1965, the compound was modernized by Hastings Architecture Associates as part of the Nashville Riverfront Master Plan. Renovations were…
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Shawmut Renovation of St. George’s Library Wins LEED Gold – GoLocalProv
Shawmut Renovation of St. George’s Library Wins LEED GoldGoLocalProvThe greatly expanded as well as renovated Hill Library at St. George’s School in Middletown has been honored for its environmentally sound qualities, achieving LEED® Gold Certification from the US Green Building Council, according to Shawmut Design …