Going Green from Design THROUGH CONSTRUCTION

Throughout the Washington, DC metro area, Everyday Green has dozens of projects working towards green building certification. Learn from these certified projects the features that helped them complete the certification process.

Maryland

The Awake House - LEED Platinum
Named for its 24-hour personal care for tenants with physical and/or developmental disabilities, the Awake House incorporates universal design features, is 54% more energy efficient and uses 100% drought tolerant plants to reduce water use. Read more about this unique home.

The Incredibly Green Home - LEED Platinum, NAHB Emerald
Built with superior insulation, solar PV panels, geothermal and all the latest green building products, this home also earned the Indoor airPLUS label through EPA for a healthy, comfortable interior. Check out this home with drought tolerant landscaping, local hand-crafted woodwork and luxurious but water-efficient bathrooms.

Washington, DC

Ingleside Terrace - LEED Platinum
This gut rehab of a historic home in Mt. Pleasant is the first LEED certified home in the Washington, DC metro region. It features high-efficiency equipment, an excellent use of refurbished products and has a sustainable footprint in an urban area.

3265 P St - LEED Platinum
Learn how these homeowners continued their green living journey by taking a historic Georgetown home through a major green renovation. Spray foam insulation, LED lighting and enhanced ventilation help this home be 50% more energy efficient than typical new homes.