Environmentally Conscious Green Homes

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Critical Elements of Green Homes. Green homes incorporate many features, from inexpensive upgrades like low-flow water faucets and energy-efficient light bulbs to larger, more costly projects like high-efficiency furnaces and solar panels.

In general, green homes are expected to command resale values 68% higher than average homes in the same area, and these purpose-built homes will more easily incorporate newer sustainable technologies than older homes, she says.

The benefits of buying a more environmentally conscious home and living a green lifestyle are paid out in lowered energy costs, better air quality and reduced impact on our surroundings.

A green label increased the selling price of a single-family home by an average of 9 percent compared with nongreen label homes. Researchers controlled the data for the age, location and size of the home so that all homes were comparable.

The popularity of green homes in Milwaukee shows a big change in the real estate market. Buyers now look for homes that match their values. This trend is expected to keep growing, offering homeowners a chance to live in homes that are good for the planet and save money.

Green Home Design.An environmentally conscious architect, Morgan designed the dune houses to blend with the natural landscape and preserve the view of their neighbors.