Earth Friendly or Bang For Your Buck: Need Not Be A Remodeling Dilemma

When it comes to home remodeling homeowners often feel that they are in a quandary. Homeowners are invariably faced with many options that influence the decisions to be made. What size home is appropriate for our lifestyle, how long do we plan to live in the home, will we design for resale value, should green building technologies be paramount, should the design focus on maximum functionality and full utilization of minimum space requirements, which finish materials and what colors appeal to us, and can we do it on our budget.

First time homeowners tend to embrace new building technologies and trendy design fashions. Mature homeowners often remodel their existing home with a focus on practicality, comfort and aging in place design features.

Mediterraneo Design & Build presents to their clients the best options based on the project criteria. Most remodeling projects incorporate improved home operating systems, functional space design and harmonious visual aesthetics.

The number one concern to homeowner’s today is having an energy efficient home. Although the initial cost for high performance materials may be greater than standard building materials, the homeowner’s ongoing maintenance costs over the life of the home will be significantly lower.

Energy efficient homes contribute to a healthier indoor air quality, reduce our usage of water and demand for electricity, and utilize many post consumer recycled materials and materials free of harmful emitting chemicals.

Building with sustainable materials and installing systems and products that conserve our natural resources and reduce our carbon footprint has increased importance as local building jurisdictions mandate green point rating compliance on major remodels and new homes.

Single-Window of Responsibility

Mediterraneo Design & Build (MDB) is a highly respected design and build firm located in Menlo Park, CA which undertakes all types of residential construction projects including remodeling. The firm provides a full complement of architects, designers, engineers and “Certified Green Building Professional” builders. This approach translates into MDB taking total responsibility for a home remodeling project from design to completion. It makes it easier on the homeowner who simply has to work with a “single window” of communication throughout the duration of project.

MDB is fully informed of the latest developments in green and energy efficient homes as recommended by the U.S. Green Building Council. This places MDB in a position to advise the homeowner about green inputs, and design the project for maximum energy efficiency.

For more information about MDB’s completed projects, please visit the company’s website at www.mediterraneodesignbuild.com. To contact MDB, please call (650) 368-1361 or email info@mediterraneodesignbuild.com.