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Green By Design Workshop Aug 16th 2008

Posted on July 2nd, 2008 by Aria

Green by Design Workshop
Saturday, August 16th , 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Austin Energy Green Building™ holds its one-day Green by Design workshop four times a year. Austinites preparing to build, buy, or remodel a home can learn how to improve energy and water efficiency, increase comfort, and reduce maintenance.

This workshop will give you an overview of the green building process. You’ll come away with a framework for making better design and building decisions, including:

·Assessing what your family needs in a home
·Choosing a designer and builder
·Selecting a lot or making the most of the one you have
·Increasing comfort and reducing utility bills
·Making smart material and appliance choices
·Developing a beautiful landscape that saves water, time, and money
·Creating a home that benefits your family and the planet

Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
4801 la Crosse Ave
Austin, Texas 78739
Click here for directions

To register for the workshop:
Print the Registration Form (pdf) and fax to (512) 482-5441; or e-mail to register.
Registration fee is $35 per person.

Deadline for registration: Wednesday, August 13, by 5:00 p.m. Sorry, there is no registration at the door.

Click here for more information about this event

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