The built environment has a profound impact on our natural environment, economy, health, and productivity.

In the United States alone, buildings account for:

• 72% of electricity consumption,

• 39% of energy use,

• 38% of all carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions,

• 40% of raw materials use,

• 30% of waste output (136 million tons annually), and

• 14% of potable water consumption.

Source - U.S. Green Building Council

 

 

 

BENEFITS

Integrating Sustainable or Green building techniques into building design has generated demonstrated improvements in occupant performance, increased occupant satisfaction, reduced operating costs and a healthier indoor environment, which can offer benefits in employee retention and reduced health care costs.

SOFTER TOUCH

For our environment, Green design provides the promise of dramatically improved environmental quality and the preservation and conservation of natural resources for ours and future generations to come.

SMART DESIGN

A Green building does not have to cost more than a conventionally designed building. The cost for incorporating sustainable design elements will depend greatly on a wide range of factors including building type, project location, local climate, and site conditions. Managing those costs so that sustainable features can be delivered in a cost-effective manner is the challenge, and we believe that having an impassioned, experienced team of professionals is critical to meeting this challenge and delivering a successful Green building project that is mindful of precious resources.

GREEN DESIGN

Larson and Darby Group has been privileged to work with several progressive clients committed to the value of sustainability, and with LEED Accredited Professionals at every level of our project team from Principal-in-Charge to Interior Designer, LDG is ready to assist you with your sustainable building needs.

 

 
Client List      
 

Danfoss Electronic Drives

LEED Silver Certification

   

 
 

Rock River Water Reclamation District

LEED Silver Certification

   

   

 

University of Illinois - Rockford School of Medicine - National Center for Rural Health Professions

LEED Silver Certification

 

   

   

 

Winnebago County - Freedom Field Advanced Green Technology Development Facility