You all probably think I do nothing but go on field trips all the time, but really, I just share the fun stuff with you! Last week my Sustainability and Materials class ventured to Snohomish to see explore one of the only LEED {Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design} homes in the U.S. to have qualified for 5 different awards. The home is completely made of recycled materials, so it virtually makes no carbon footprint on the earth. AND it's a beautiful home, too!! Let's take a look:
On top of the roof are patches of grass. The water that the grass retains is all recycled.
Solar Panels:
When you first walk in the entry, this powder bath is on the right:
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| love the hexagon tiles! |
This is what you see when you first walk in the door:
BUT WAIT:
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| It's a secret door to the den!! Shut up, I know. |
Gourmet Kitchen:
Stunning light fixture:
Bar area:
This is what's in the countertop:
Recycled cork flooring in the kitchen is environmentally friendly AND easy on your feet!
Open concept great room:
Dining space:
Staircase to the second floor:
When you reach the landing of the second floor:
To the left of the landing:
Beautiful spiraled iron staircase leads up to this:
I would put my art easel up here and paint for hours!
Master Bedroom:
Master Bath:
View:
Is this house not amazing?! I love how many fun and unexpected materials are used. How do you feel about using sustainable products in your home? Since I'm from California, we don't really talk much about recycling and sustainable materials {how embarrassing, I know} so since moving to Washington and taking this class, I'm getting more comfortable with the idea. I'm not completely on board yet, but the more I learn, the more interested in the subject I become. Thoughts?
You can also find me at Natalie's sweet blog, Designer Bags and Dirty Diapers, dishing on the things I'm obsessing over. Check it out!
Love and Sustainability,
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