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by Ruby Hawk, Mar 28, 2008

It's spring, and poison oak and poison ivy will be popping up everywhere. Beware of all plants that have leaves in groups of three.

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Some Early Examples of Green Architecture

by Ferdine, Mar 27, 2008

Green design is a response to the threat of climate change. It has been argued that the world is on the brink of an ecological crisis and that buildings are one of the main pollutants. Many designers have altered their practices in accordance with this idea.

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Which Materials Should be Used in Green Design?

by Ferdine, Mar 17, 2008

Architects can minimise the impact that buildings have on the environment with materials. Some materials like steel and glass consume a lot of energy in the manufacturing process, so they should be avoided. Low-impact building materials should be used wherever feasible. For example, it’s been suggested that for insulation between walls recycled denim can be used, rather than fiberglass foam, which is dangerous to breathe.

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Green Design

by Ferdine, Mar 17, 2008

Green Design is a major force in contemporary architecture. It is widely accepted that the world is on the brink of an ecological crisis, which has been brought about by the depletion of natural resources like coal and oil, and decades of polluting the environment.

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