Debra Lynn Dadd

Green Building Resources

QUESTION:

Hello Debra,

Love your website.

We are about to start building a home, can you recommend a book or resource to try and build it as ‘green friendly’ or non-toxic as possible?

Thanks.

POSTED BY D. W. :: MARYLAND USA :: 11/07/2006 2:35 AM

DEBRA'S ANSWER:

Actually, I can recommend lots of resources. The Building page on Debra's Bookstore lists many books on green building, and the Directories section of the Building page on Debra's List has websites that list green building products and how to choose them.

The most consumer-friendly site for green building ideas and a good place to start is GreenHomeGuide.

Debra :-)

COMMENTS:

I noticed you are in Maryland. You may want to contact local architects Sigi Koko or Bill Hutchins who both specialize in Green Building. I met Bill at the 2005 Green Festival in DC and even helped plaster his straw bale home addition in Takoma Park, MD. He has pictures on his website and I recently had a tour of his home and it's quite beautiful. Even if you want to design/build yourself, having a professional consultation may be a valuable investment.

There are a few Green Building supply stores in the DC Metro area, but I can't find websites on them at the moment.

Also, there are two magazines I like: Natural Home and Ecological Home Ideas

Good luck!

COMMENT FROM DEBRA: One green building supply in Maryland is Amicus Green Building Center.

POSTED BY JESSIE :: ALEXANDRIA, VA USA :: 11/08/2006 12:36 PM

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