Performance vs. Pretty

Don,

Are you working with any builder's who are going to "go green" for this years Home Builder's Tour in Medford? (Also, we got the go ahead to ad your fields to the MLS input sheet). FYI

Sadly, I think people find more value in the LOOK than in the performance and sustainability. People in general are consumers, they are used to using and disposing of things without a second thought. I think that is one of the reasons I love the old homes in Oregon, they withstand so much more than newly constructed homes as well as being pleasing to the eye. With a few upgrades, they homes that mostly were already built with passive solar and natural lighting in mind, can be very  efficient and save resources by reusing them instead of tearing down and rebuilding. I am still amazind as the seasons change how well my 1870's house was designed to use the sun and natural light in a way that WORKS! All the bedrooms are ono the west side of the house, the main living areas all have large windows facing the south to get light all year, the wood stove heats all 2000 sq ft easily. It is just a wonderful design. I wish we could see more houses designed with this in mind.