In spite of the recent economic recession, there is one sector that seems to be flourishing. According to a new report by McGraw-Hill Construction (who tracks building industry trends), the U.S. green building market has expanded dramatically since 2008 and is expected to double its size by 2015. New green construction jumped from $42 billion in 2008 to $71 billion in 2010 and represents 25 percent of all new building activity.
This is great news for not only the environment (since single family homes account for about 21 percent of U.S. energy-related carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions), but it also means that the cost of green building materials is getting more affordable for the average homeowner and that more new green innovations are arriving on the market all the time.
If you are planning to build a new home, be sure to incorporate green features into your plan. They may cost slightly more than conventional products, but they will save a lot on utility bills over time.
If you are in the building mood, please take a look at our website and let us help you find just the right homesite for your dream mountain home. Visit: www.VailSkiHomes.com and start shopping. We currently are listing some spectaular homesites, which might be of interest to you. 87 Windermere Circle, Arrowhead MLS#: V317098 - a golf course property listed at $2,495,000. 820 Aspen Bluff Lane, Red Sky Ranch MLS#: V320153 - another golf course property listed at $995,000. And finally, 2210 Cresta Road, Arrowhead MLS#: V319539 a ski-in/ski-out property listed at $2,950,000. To go directly to those properties, click on the MLS#'s above. If you want to continue your search, put your own criteria in the search on our website and you can see all homesites in the Vail Valley that are currently available!
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