Category: Construction and Permits
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How to green your South Florida home – Part III
Roof / Shell: you already looked at your windows and doors and have sealed all leakage. The next step is to invest in the buildings shell. The big collector in South Florida is the roof. Over 80% of heat gain to the house will come from above with our year round sunshine.
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How to green your South Florida home – Part II
Air Conditioning. The general rule is to look at a unit when it is 10 years or older. Typically systems have advanced in efficiency and the payback to upgrade can be realized in 4-6 years. Look for the SEER value.
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Alcaraz-Arango kitchen update – Coral Gabels green renovation project.
Installed at a lower elevation for use as seating, the clever layout by kitchen designer Christina Raidt of Akzent Kuechen (www.Akzent-Miami.com) makes optimal use of the former breakfast space and still keeps in line with the sleek kitchen
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Green Building / Home Certification Assistance
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Alcaraz – Arango kitchen & Florida room upgrade – Coral Gables
The Florida room features a custom build cabinet to house all toys, appliances, books and the bar. The design was inspired by the floor plan of the kitchen, to unconsciously connect the entrie space.
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