We think of sustainable building as parts of a whole, but we need to think of our house as a system. I was sitting in on a fantastic open house two weekends ago in a Fairfax, Virginia home that has been entirely gutted to the studs and remodeled to … [Read more...] about What High Performance Options do you Want on your Home?
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Native and Drought Tolerant Landscaping in Virginia
Having a gorgeous garden doesn't mean you have to spend a fortune watering it! Lush gardens are desirable and make people feel happy; they even say that gardeners get an extra dose of Vitamin D! In Northern Virginia, we can have the sense of a … [Read more...] about Native and Drought Tolerant Landscaping in Virginia
Getting Social in Clarendon
What makes Arlington's Family owned, sustainable restaurant Northside Social what it is? On what was supposed to be the perfect patio evening last night, it started to mist. Our Green Drinks Arlington group was a little bit disappointed about that, … [Read more...] about Getting Social in Clarendon
Top 5 ideas for Labor Day Events Around Arlington
Take some tips for stuff to do this Labor Day Weekend. It tends to be the signal of the last weekend of care-free fun for kiddos who have to go back to school. It tends to be the last hurrah before college folk have to hit the book and parents and … [Read more...] about Top 5 ideas for Labor Day Events Around Arlington
How To Make Your Own Compost Bin
We've told you about options for composting in the city, now learn how to make your own! What do you do with your leftovers? We have the faithful dog who wants to act as the pre-rinse cycle- but he doesn't work for veggie scraps and the like! Just … [Read more...] about How To Make Your Own Compost Bin
