Chelle Design Group is a proud member of the U.S. Green Building
Council (USGBC).
Why go green? Because the way we live today can help restore
the world we leave for the next generation.
It's also surprisingly painless and easy – Green design
is all about selecting materials that are good for the earth,
good for the
future, and wonderful for your home.
It's typically not more expensive than traditional design and
can
be accomplished in any aesthetic, without compromising style.
Green
design involves any one or more of the following...
Materials manufactured from renewable resources
and harvested in a sustainable manner
Recycled, recyclable, salvaged, or re-used materials
Materials
that can be disposed of safely
Materials
that will not adversely affect human health
Materials
that will contribute to operating energy efficiency
Durable,
long-life materials requiring little or no additional finishes,
and minimal maintenance
Omission
of unnecessary materials and reduction of
quantities of all materials
Materials
that require minimal manufacturing and processing
Selection
of local materials when possible
Chelle Design Group was recently featured on a spin-off to the locally popular television show, Builders & Buyers. Greener Ways is a reality series that showcases eco-friendly homes while sharing innovative renewable products and information. The segment toured CDG's sustainable Libertyville office while Michelle presented all different "green" design materials, finishes and fabrics.
