BUILD SMART

Principles of Green Building

Using sun and site to advantage, for natural heating, cooling, and lighting
Landscaping with native plants and water-efficient practices
Building quality, durable structures
Reducing and recycling construction and demolition waste
Insulating well and ventilating appropriately
Incorporating durable, salvaged, recycled, and sustainably harvested materials
Using energy-efficient and water-saving appliances, fixtures and technologies

For further information, we recommend going to www.buildinggreen.com.

Riemco Building Company is a full-service custom design and build resource with expertise in real estate, green building and the development of lakefront properties. Family owned and located in Chelsea, Michigan, Riemco serves homeowners and light commercial property owners in Ann Arbor, Dexter, Saline and the southeastern Michigan counties of Washtenaw, Jackson, Oakland, Wayne, Monroe, Livingston, Lenawee, and Ingham.