WHY SUSTAINABLE DESIGN IS Important

At Rochelle Grenier Design we are intentional about sustainable design- from conceptualization, to sourcing, selecting and installing materials that are eco-friendly and here’s why…

IMPACT ON HEALTH & WELL BEING

Many toxic materials can be found in furnishings & construction materials, affecting our phycological and physical health. With the amount of time spent indoors, the importance of air quality is paramount. To ensure a healthy lifestyle and planet toxic substances need to be removed and replaced with eco friendly materials. In conjunction, incorporate more plants into the design and the living spaces as it improves air quality, reduces stress and improves the overall quality of life.

REDUCE ENVIRONMENTAL FOOTPRINT

Our planets precious resources are limited. Recycling, repurposing and re-using your existing furniture and accessories help reduce waste. When creating an eco-friendly home, use eco-friendly materials by evaluating all products based on their life cycle - from extraction, production, transportation, processing and disposal. When implementing new design elements into the space try to source from sustainable companies and buy reclaimed and local materials to cut down on transportation emissions and costs. At Rochelle Grenier Design, we are careful in selecting and sourcing materials that

LOW OPERATING COSTS

Energy consumption is the top contributor to climate change. Implementing the use of energy efficient appliances, solar heating, and environmentally friendly lighting are just a few ways to help reduce the amount of energy needed in your space. The amount of daylight in your space, the choice of paint colors and window treatments can all contribute to low energy consumption and save on costs.

When you choose sustainable design, you choose a path to a healthier space and less impact on the planets depleting resources... and hopefully it will also encourage you to address sustainability in all aspects of your life. From creating an eco-friendly home, harnessing renewable energy, implementing water conservation, buying low impact furniture, actively recycling and upcycling, buying second - hand and paying close attention to the clothes worn and how they are made, when you consider and embrace it - it will make the WORLD of difference.