The new design is here, see the set by clicking this link: Grodzki’s Residence-Revised Full Set 2-28-15

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Meet our contractor: Andrew Deshler of Classic Craftsmen, Inc.
Contact info:adeshler@mac.com

15200 Redgate Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20905
Cell – (301) 523-5524 / 0ffice – (301) 879-2000 / Fax – (301) 879-3000

Andrew is a Renaissance man — experienced builder, wine connoisseur and jazz musician.

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Environmental Design: Leading with LEED

From Tad:  In the process of designing this house I have tried to maximize  interesting circulation layouts, natural ventilation systems, high insulation values, and natural lighting methods that mirror good and green design principles.

I follow, as much as possible, the main goals set by LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design.) LEED guidelines provide buildings with a framework for implementing measurable green building design, construction, and solutions. And I have attempted to make ease of use for aging users and visitors an element of major concern, without going the official route of LEED certification.

After a recent course in LEED methods, I find that, unfortunately, the LEED process seems to have become a source of obstacles, based on the cumbersome LEED certification testing, expense and time demands.

I do believe that architecture needs clear energy and materials conservation requirements and energy conservation goals and LEED clearly points to a better way to design.