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Foyer –
Jupiter, Florida
Beauty is not sacrificed in this residential
interior. The foyer was designed to optimize the
natural day lighting to minimize the need for
artificial lighting during the daytime. A mosaic
designed to mimic an area rug was made out of
granite scraps from a local granite fabricator.
No-voc and low-voc paints were used on the walls.
Custom painted wallpaper was used on the ceiling, a
design detail often neglected.
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Kitchen –
Islands Of Jupiter, Florida
This residential kitchen was designed for the male
chef in the family. The use of all wood cabinets
minimize VOC’s . (volatile organic compounds)
Natural materials such as granite, stone and
stainless steel, give a timeless design that will
not be dated. These are also life-cycle features
that make an interior green-n-healthy.
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Living Room - Jupiter, Florida
How is this Living Room healthy-n-green? French
Doors with operable transoms above help ventilate
the space as well as bring in an abundance of
natural light. Compact fluorescent bulbs reduce
energy costs in lighting. Re-covering existing
furnishings are a way to keep furnishings out of the
landfills and recycle good quality furniture. Use of
natural materials such as wood, metals and rattan do
not release harmful toxins such as formaldehyde,
which are in particleboard and wood fillers. No-VOC
(volatile organic compound) paints are used to
minimize toxins being released into the air, which
is typical with traditional paints. Hard surface
flooring with the use of area rugs minimize dust
mite and chemical exposure which is found in carpet
dust. Healthy interiors can be beautiful. |
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Master Bath
Islands of Jupiter, Florida
The abundant use of natural light in this master
bath makes artificial lighting unnecessary during
the daytime. This not only helps with energy costs,
but gives a feeling of well-being. Natural materials
such as stone, granite and wood cabinets keep the
interior classic as well as the life-cycle element
of a green interior.
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Guest Bath
–Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
This interior renovation was a much needed improvement to the
existing space. The use of mirror helps reflect the
only small window in the space, which is used for
ventilation. The cabinet is made out of wood and was
pre-painted to minimize off-gassing of custom
decorative murals.
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