A Spring Home Maintenance Checklist for Newton, MA Homeowners
The return of warmer weather to the Boston area brings with it the need for springtime home maintenance. Here is a brief eco-friendly spring maintenance checklist you can use to…
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Passive Cooling Keeps Your Home Cooler for Much Less
Cooling your home with a heat pump or air conditioner is the most familiar way of maintaining home comfort in the summer. However, there are other methods of cooling your…
From Bamboo to Recycled Glass, There is a Green Countertop for Every Green Home
If you have a kitchen construction or renovation project in your future, consider using green or recycled materials for the countertops. The following recycled countertops and materials can provide a sturdy…
The Future of Home Design: The Zero Net Energy Home (ZNE)
For many new homeowners, energy conservation and sustainability are two of the more important elements they want in their residence. For these clients, the zero net energy (ZNE) home can…
Is Renovating Your Home in Its Current Condition the Right Choice for Your Family?
When you decide to renovate your home, the project gives you two options for determining the size of the structure: either add on to your existing home or renovate within…
Universal Design: 7 Principles That Ensure Elements Accommodate All Ages and Functions
By applying concepts of universal design to your home renovation or construction project, you can ensure that the residence will be usable for most family members for the longest period…
Energy Efficiency Can Factor Into Any Home Renovation Project
Many homeowners today are becoming more interested in energy efficiency, both for its environmental appeal and for the substantial savings it can provide on monthly energy expenses. Here are some…
Tips for Maximizing a Home Renovation So It’s as Green as Possible
Keeping a home renovation project as green as possible requires sticking to a few concepts and procedures that support environmental friendliness. Here are some ways to proceed with a high-quality…
Building a New Green Home in 2015? 5 Tips to Maximize and Streamline the Project
If you’re looking to take advantage of the benefits of building a green home in the Boston area, Sage Builders LLC can help. Consider these five helpful tips for streamlining a green home construction project.
Add Work Zones to Kitchen Renovations to Maximize the Efficient Use of Space
Kitchens are perhaps the most active room in most homes, supporting cooking, cleaning, snacking and entertaining. The layout of your kitchen determines how easy the space is to use, how convenient the various features are to access, and how efficiently various kitchen tasks can be performed. The concept of work zones in kitchen renovations is revising some longstanding ideas about kitchen design and, at the same time, improving the efficiency and usefulness of kitchen areas.