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THE NEED TO GO GREEN
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Lower Energy Costs
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Increase Market Value
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Decrease impact on local natural habitat & environment
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Increase efficiency / productivity
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The investment to attain sustainability that will pay for itself and more throughout the lifetime of the product(s).
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The investment is simple. As a consumer of energy, you will pay for the usage of energy to the utility provider, OR you can invest your money into your property to provide a return on your investment while also reducing your environmental impact.
aboutus
The Green Leaf Design Group is a green engineering and consulting company focusing on the areas of Green Building & Design, Design-Build Consulting, and Energy Efficiency. Our focus is in the specialization of innovative design with green building techniques, energy conservation & efficiency as well as renewable energy for residential and commercial applications. Green Leaf Design Group contains certifications for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). With green building techniques and innovations in energy efficiency, our services can reduce the utilities to a given property up to 90%, reducing the consumption of energy from fossil fuels which in return reduces your carbon footprint, increases property value, and most importantly drastically reducing your costs for utilities.
With the introduction of new green technologies and energy efficient systems each day, we can not only reduce our current usage of natural resources and green-house gas producing fossil fuels, but will improve our designs and projects as new innovations com available. With the implementation of new innovations for efficiency systems in construction and development, our services can reduce the usage of electricity, potable water, and even create green renewable energy. With each of these aspects along with rapidly renewable and recycled materials, Green Leaf Design Group can design and build a complete eco-friendly and sustainable development whether it new construction or retrofitting and existing structure.
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At Green Leaf Design, our main objective is to build on eco friendly principles, from exterior effects and aesthetics of the structure to the interior spaces.
Energy efficiency is a direct result of energy conservation. The conservation of energy refers the reduction of energy by consuming less of an energy service, and ultimately results in increased environmental quality, financial capital, and personal financial security.
Installation of garden roofing systems over flat, and low slope roof areas. Garden roof assembly consists of proven components from the deck up, including the following; waterproofing/roofing membrane, insulation, growing media, and vegetation for simple and extensive applications.
Installation of efficient flow fixtures such as tankless hot water heaters, low flow faucets, and low flow toilet fixtures. To maximize efficiency within the property and reduce the demand of potable water at the same time minimize the production of wastewater.
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Inquiries
For any inquiries, questions or commendations, please call: (305)778-1142 or fill out the following form
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Employment
To apply for a position with Green Leaf Design, please send a cover letter together with your C.V. to: info@greenleafdesign.com
Receive a quote: 305.778.1142
HEALTH & WELLNESS CONCEPTS MAY INCLUDE; ORGANIC/RECLAIMED MATERIALS, INDOOR AIR QUALITY, ORGANIC VERTICAL GARDENS, NATURAL LIGHTING (DAYLIGHTING), AND MORE.
PLUMBING & STORM DESIGN
Installation of efficient flow fixtures such as tankless hot water systems, low flow faucets, and low flow toilet fixtures.
To maximize efficiency within the property and reduce the demand of potable water in return minimizes production of wastewater.
WATER EFFICIENT LANDSCAPING - TO LIMIT POTABLE WATER FOR LANDSCAPING PURPOSES.
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Well-water landscape irrigation systems.
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Rainwater harvesting used for irrigation.
GREEN ROOFS
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Reduces building footprint and allows for natural filtration of rain water runoff.
GREEN MATERIALS & RECYCLING
THE USE OF RECYCLED AND RAPIDLY RENEWABLE MATERIAL
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Bamboo
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Cork
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Rubber
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Wheatboard
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Recycled & Refurbished Woods
Storage & Collection of Recyclables - Designate an area on the property to facilitate the reduction of waste generated by occupants resulting in the reduction of waste in landfills or incineration facilities.
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Common Recyclables: Cans, Plastics, Papers
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ECO FRIENDLY DESIGN & RENOVATION
Whether you are looking to design a space from the ground up or remodel an existing space, GLD can bring a cutting edge modern perspective that will provide you with innovative architectural designs & a one of a kind transformation to give you an incredible new look and the natural feel incorporating the outdoor elements.
Cutting edge designs incorporating an all around modern look with refurbished wood accents.
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Provides a modern/innovative feel while sourcing materials from recycled & reclaimed woods rather than using new woods which will decrease deforestation & destruction of natural habitats.
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Reclaimed woods offer many benefits that new woods do not. Including beauty, history, & sustainability.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Green Leaf Design building concepts not only promote environmental benefit, but also utilizes our building techniques to incorporate health & wellness within the designed area. A space which is designed involving green/healthy conditions have been proven to permit optimal physiological, mental and social performances for the occupants in the space.
INCREASE THERMAL EFFICIENCY ON THE PROPERTY TO REDUCE ENERGY USED FOR HEATING & COOLING.
thermalefficiency
Thermal efficiency is dimensionless performance of energy conservation through the temperature inside a building or home. To attain thermal comfort in areas such as South Florida, consumers utilize heating, ventilation, & air conditioning systems (HVAC) to regulate temperature and comfort within a property. This consumes a great amount of energy and procures an exorbitant cost. Green Leaf Design Group can provide consulting and design services to increase thermal comfort within a property without consuming these high-energy demands nor the associated costs.
INCREASED THERMAL EFFICIENCY ON A PROPERTY CAN BE ATTRIBUTED BY THE FOLLOWING AREAS:
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Building envelope
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Insulation
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High efficiency heating, ventilation & air conditioning systems.
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Cool Roofs
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Vegetated Roofs
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Thermal Efficient Windows & Doors
INCREASED GEOLOGICAL ATMOSPHERE TO PROJECT SITE & SURROUNDING AREAS
GARDEN ROOFING CAN PROVIDE GREATER ECONOMICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
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Improved thermal efficiency by providing natural insulation for project site below.
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Increased life expectancy of rooftop reducing maintenance costs over an extended period of time.
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Controlled rainwater runoff by increasing permeability on site. Preventing excessive runoff from site which can contribute to flooding in urban areas.
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Reduced solar reflective index on surrounding areas.
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Increased visual appearance from elevated points of view in urban environments & city scapes.
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Providing additional garden rooftop amenity.
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GARDEN ROOFING SYSTEMS
Installation of garden roofing systems over flat, and sloped roof areas. Garden roof assembly consists of proven components from the deck up, including the following; waterproofing/roof membrane, insulation, growing media, and vegetation for simple and extensive applications.
energyefficiency
Energy efficiency is a direct result of energy conservation. The conservation of energy refers to the reduction of energy by consuming less of an energy service. Though energy conservation reduces the use of energy services, it can result in increased environmental quality, financial capital, and personal financial security. Individuals and organizations that are direct consumers of energy usually choose to conserve energy to reduce energy costs, promote economic security, or maximize profits. Reducing the need of energy from fossil fuels far exceeds the cost of energy efficient improvements to a property as they will reduce your carbon footprint, increase your property value, and most importantly drastically decrease your necessity for costly utilities.
The Green Leaf Design Group offers multiple effective improvements, which can reduce your demand for energy from burning fossil fuels, provide environmental responsibility, and resource-efficiency, as well as increase your comfort of living.
General concerns with energy efficient improvements are the costs of the project. Our mission at green leaf design is to provide an energy efficient project that will not only improve your environmental impact, property value, as well as quality of life, but also be cost effective as each improvement will provide savings in utilities that far exceeds the cost of the products themselves. Click one the the links below to learn more about Energy Efficient Lighting or Renewable Energy.
projects
Coral Terrace Residence - MIAMI, FL
PROJECT SCOPE
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Redesign property layout - Include more natural daylighting throughout property. Improved kitchen & living areas as well as the use of reclaimed wood for interior finishings.
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Thermally insulated impact windows & doors - Increased insulation & seal of building envelope.
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Install high efficient HVAC system & insulated ducting - Increased efficiency to heat & cool property.
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Increased insulation throughout roof structure - Increased thermal efficiency of property by reduction of heat transfer.
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Installation of gas utility for large appliances - Hot water heater, cooktop, & fireplace.
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Installation of high-efficient tankless hot water system - Using new gas power source to reduce electrical demand.
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Installation of LED lighting throughout property - Reduced electrical demand for lighting.
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Installation of low-flow plumbing fixtures throughout property - Reduced demand of municipal water.
RESULTING FACTOR:
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Property utility demand reduced by 50%.
BEFORE
Energy Efficiency
Home Remodel Design Consulting
Energy Conservation
Energy Efficiency
Green Home Improvement
Energy Efficiency Upgrades
Energy Efficient Design
Green Home Improvement
AFTER