Anne Lok, B. Arch M.S. AAD Salesperson

Transit-oriented development (TOD) seeks to maximize access to mass transit and nonmotorized transportation with centrally located rail or bus stations surrounded by relatively high-density commercial and residential development.TOD occurs at 3 different scales: national, regional, and local. This smart growth concept is being embraced in North ...

  Radon is a colorless radioactive gas formed from the decay of radium. It is a significant contaminant that affects indoor air quality.Studies said radon from natural sources can accumulate in buildings, after cigarette smoking, is another leading cause of cancer. Recent news release questioned whether granite countertops are a health ...

Here are some simple ways you can reduce GHG emissions at home:All of the cracks and gaps in the average house, added together, are equal to a 1.5 square foot hole. Using caulking and weather stripping to seal all leaks around doors, windows, and cracks where heat escapes from your home can save up to 20% on your heating bill. Insulate when you ...

ENERGY CONSERVATIONNet zero homes come to the AnnexBut for a little luck, the chance to build three townhouses that produce as much power as they consume almost didn't happen, Matthew Trevisan reportsMATTHEW TREVISAN June 13, 2008Lou Ampas didn't have a minute to spare. It was a Friday morning in January, 2007, and the architect needed to ...

For those of us that are feeling the pain at the pump, here are some fuel efficient options to get us from A to B.   Roller Skate Bike   Electric Bike Vespa Hybrid As of November 28, 2005, moped and motor scooter drivers are required to hold a Class M licence. Applicants can now demonstrate their skills in a road test using a ...

Recent Article in the Globe and Mail  For Backyard Swimmers: The Tide is Changing    Residential Pool Installers and Contractors in the GTA that can help you convert from chlorine to salt system: Reed Pool Services Betz Pool Metro Pool

Is city living cheaper than the suburbs? Inidviduals that opt to move further away from work to the Suburbs tend to look for bigger square footage for their money, good schools, low crime, Saturday morning youth hockey, but keep the high paying jobs in the Metropolitan area . The overall picture combined with travel costs, the ...

I recently came across this  website on treehugger.com referencing websites for green consumers to narrow specific search for properties that index green criteria http://www.treehugger.com/files/2006/09/real_estate_lis.php Another good one is listedgreen.com which offers a clear break down the elements of what makes a home ...

A recent survey among 14 prospects who are first time buyers. Other than price, location, amenities, convenience, security, layout, they were ask to rate the importance of the following eco-friendly features if they were to be taken into consideration. Rated from 1 out of 5 points for each question (with 5 being the most ...

In Ontario, federal programs and incentives are always being offered to encourage homeowners and buyers of resale homes to carry out eco-retrofit. Consumers have to make sure they mail in their coupons, and fill out any applications/paperwork to benefit from the savings from these Government incentives. The information can be ...