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Teeny Home

19. December 2008

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First of all I came across this website sometime last week and I loved it. If you venture to it check out the videos of Jay’s personal home. I dont know Jay-never even heard of him or his homes until I found his website. I love what he is doing.
Personally I am a huge fan [...]

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Solar Energy

4. July 2008

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Solar Energy

Here are my ideas of using Solar Energy in an Environment like ours:

Solar Water Heaters- It is my understanding that on average 25% of your utility bill is derived from your water heater.
Solar Pool Heating- If you have a pool like it or not it is being heated by Solar Energy, some products help your [...]

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Passive Solar Design

23. June 2008

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With temperatures well into the 100’s and rising, and living costs rising its hard to listen to the AC unit outside run all day long and especially all night long. Living in the desert brings several building practices to a higher standard, including building design practices. Todays topic is Passive Solar Design. Basically passive solar [...]

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Home Automation is "green"

5. March 2008

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Home Automation is "green"

I am a fanatic when it comes to technology and leveraging technology for enjoyment. I am intrigued at how things work or function. By profession I am a building designer so home technologies and home automation are right up my alley.I am venturing on the “green” side of life and paying more attention to energy [...]

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Custom Cabinets

16. August 2007

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Benefits of custom cabinets … if I can imagine it, they will build it! Riverwoods Mill specialize in the design & creation of furniture quality cabinetry, using the finest materials and hand applied finishes to help us achieve a unique look for each project. Each cabinet is built to fit your home and [...]

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