By Melissa Segrest Green Right Now They’ve been around for hundreds of years, but when you think of a metal roof, energy efficiency and attractive, colorful design may not be the first thing that comes to mind. Forget about the tin roof on Grandpa’s farmhouse. In recent decades, the industry has evolved to the point [...]
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By Paula Minahan The idea of living in a truly sustainable green environment is a homeowner’s dream: Lower energy bills, healthier materials, Photo: Barley & Pfeiffer Architects Overhangs provide protection from the sun. the satisfaction of “doing the right thing.” But with our slumping U.S. economy, many worry about holding onto their home — let [...]
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