Throughout the design process, we acted as conscious architects of the Rice Mill’s impact on the one Earth we share. With a joyful effort toward thoughtful, artful living, we have taken these steps to conserve natural resources, reduce pollution and eliminate toxins:

CONSERVE ENERGY, WATER AND NATURAL RESOURCES

Natural day lighting increased by adding windows and glass entrances

Low-E double insulated glass

Operable windows and transoms that encourage natural ventilation

Programmable thermostats

Energy Star rated Bosch appliances with Green Technology Inside

Low-wattage fixtures that reduce electricity consumption for the building

Plumbing fixtures that reduce potable water use

REDUCE. REUSE. RECYCLE.

Historic rehabilitation / adaptive reuse of the building

Reclaimed wood

PROMOTE WELLNESS and REDUCE POLLUTION

Low VOC paint, adhesives and sealants.

Filtered water dispensers