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The American Institute of Architects and Dwell Magazine Name North America’s Greenest Homes
“How Green Are You?” homes exemplify sustainable renovation and design principles that reduce energy consumption
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Washington, D.C., July 21,
2008 — With the rise of energy costs and the negative impact
construction activity has on the environment, homeowners and
architects have been implementing sustainable principles and design
to help mitigate the impact of climate change. To celebrate
projects that have made these positive contributions to their
communities, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and Dwell
magazine have announced the winners of the “How Green Are
You?” contest.
“How Green Are You?” recognizes grand prize winner Ryan
Walsh of Portland, Ore., and runner-ups Matthew Woodruff &
Clinton Cuddington of Vancouver, British Columbia, as well as Ryan
Mankoski of Seattle, Wash., whose projects exemplify sustainable
renovation and design. Through strategies such as the reuse of
existing structures, and using recycled materials for building
purposes, the winning homes illustrate the multitude of creative
ways a higher level of energy efficiency can be achieved by
homeowners.
“These projects exhibited strong elements of innovation,
functionality, sustainability, efficiency and affordability,”
said Michael Cannell, Editorial Director at Dwell.com and one of
the judges. “Our judging panel, including members of our
editorial staff and AIA architects, closely assessed each entry for
elements and selected these projects as the greenest homes in North
America.”
The jury included Robert M. Rogers, FAIA, David Baker, FAIA, and
David Eijadi, FAIA.
"We were especially intrigued with projects that executed beautiful
design ideas and were inherently green by concept,” said juror
Robert M. Rogers, FAIA, Roger Marvel Architects. “From small
ideas for the kitchen, to a way of life, the winners embodied these
principles."
The project descriptions highlight the design innovations and
sustainable strategies used to reduce carbon emissions, energy
consumption and improve building functionality.
“We partnered with Dwell for this contest to showcase
excellence in eco-friendly architecture and homeowner commitment to
reducing energy consumption,” said AIA Executive Vice
President / CEO Christine McEntee. “Hopefully these projects
can serve as models for others looking to renovate or have their
homes designed to be more energy efficient.”
“How Green Are You?” Winners (listed in order of grand
prize winner)
Recycled Aesthetic
Ryan Walsh, DRW Design Build (Portland, Ore.)
This 1925 bungalow was created over the course of eight
years. The alternative design approach is the result of financial
constraints. Instead of the more traditional process of first
defining the aesthetic, then purchasing material to construct it,
the house became a collection of various green projects, each
utilizing recycled materials in uncommon ways.
Gulf Island House
Matthew Woodruff & Clinton Cuddington, Measured Architecture
(Vancouver, British Columbia)
This two-bedroom home, built on 1/3 acre, is designed
with a normal program, normal budget, and normal site for a normal
family. After one year of operation, the project has proven to be a
success. The house is both functional and affordable, using only
about 25 percent of the energy of a conventional house of the same
size.
Salvaged Cedar
Ryan Mankoski, Ninebark Studio & Chad Schneider, ArchiLab
Design (Seattle, Wash.)
This project was constructed using salvaged fir sheathing
that was de-constructed from existing materials. It utilizes green
design as a way of life and concern for the environment, and
incorporates many sustainable design principles that can help to
reduce carbon emissions.
About The American Institute of
Architects
For over 150 years, members of the American Institute of Architects
have worked with each other and their communities to create more
valuable, healthy, secure, and sustainable buildings and
cityscapes. By using sustainable design practices, materials, and
techniques, AIA architects are uniquely poised to provide the
leadership and guidance needed to provide solutions to address
climate change. AIA architects walk the walk on sustainable design.
Visit www.aia.org/walkthewalk.
About Dwell
Dwell was created to expand perceptions of the word "home" and
champion an aesthetic in design that is modern, idea-driven and
sensitive to social and physical surroundings. Their inherent
passion for "bringing good design to everyone" has added fresh
dimension to what it means to be At Home in the Modern World.
Dwell(R) and Dwell on Design (R) are registered trademarks of
Dwell, LLC
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