Page 58 - Green Builder MagazineJan-Feb 2019 HOTY Issue
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FROM THE JUDGES

                                                   “Incredibly creative. This particular building speaks volumes as to why

                                                   understanding the region’s weather patterns and the materials that are
                                                   available in the marketplace can produce affordable housing, and meet

                                                   the needs of the specific target market. Sometimes less is more.”







             Local and                                                       Disaster
             Renewable.                                                      ready.
             Bamboo makes up most                                            The home’s bamboo
             major components in the                                         beams are designed
             bungalow, including the                                         not only to meet
             roof, woven bamboo ceiling,                                     fire codes; but also
             bamboo railings and a                                           to perform well in
             bamboo ladder.                                                  earthquakes and               Minimal
                                                                             hurricanes.
                                                                                                           draw.

                                                                                                           All lights are LED
                                                                                                           variety to help
                                                                                                           minimize power use.











































                                                                Carpet-free craftsmanship.

                                                                An earth-toned stained concrete floor adds to
                                                                the natural beauty of the bungalow’s interior.




          29-67 GB 0119 HOTY.indd   56                                                                                          2/6/19   4:09 PM
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