http://www.builditgreen.org Build It Green Release RSS feed. Build It Green. Copyright 2005, Build It Green Tendenci Membership Management Software by Schipul - The Web Marketing Company en-us noemail@builditgreen.org Thu, 09 Sep 2010 03:17:30 GMT Release http://www.builditgreen.org/en/rel/56/ Fred Koch, owner and principal of KOCH Development in Redondo Beach and a Certified Green Building Professional, recently finished the first GreenPoint Rated home in Torrance – a feat that earned him the “Green Pride in Torrance” award from the City Council, and the gratitude of the family of four enjoying their new energy efficient home. Mr. Koch takes environmental responsibility seriously. As the need for new housing increases and more and more of our natural resources are being used up, he believes in the importance of building in a way that maximizes efficiency. While this speaks to Koch’s environmental sensibilities, there are many more reasons why it just makes sense to turn to green building. “It’s simply a smarter design concept that adds greater value, health, comfort and productivity,” says Koch. Ultimately, the downturn in the housing market was the catalyst KOCH Development needed to change its direction. Recognizing the value... http://www.builditgreen.org/en/rel/56/ noemail@builditgreen.org Thu, 04 Feb 2010 23:00:00 GMT