Do you ever think of remodeling your ranch as a strike for sustainability? I do. There are so many ranches across America waiting to be someone's dream home ... and choosing one to remodel is green - as in sustainable - compared to any new construction except maybe the most dramatic of Passivhaus or LEED Certified new homes. 

Why? Because the choice to remodel is green, inherently. You are protecting undeveloped space, cutting down on building materials and waste, and keeping your home smaller. Good on you!

But you can still plan your remodel to be even more sustainable by keeping a few key concepts in mind. 

In today's episode you'll hear ...

• Jump right to why remodeling can be greener than any kind of new building [2:10]
• Why good designers love "problems" and "constraints" and how they can make your home better [6:00]
• How to make any remodel more sustainable [6:45]
• Add natural light as much as possible [7:05]
• Plan for passive solar [8:25]
• Embrace Thermal Delight instead of controlling for perfect temperatures [10:10}
• Remember that small is beautiful [11:30]
• Choose your materials and other finishes carefully [13:00]
• Avoid trendiness [14:20]
• Remember that good design takes time. Try to give yourself time to discover what will matter most to you in your remodel [16:05]

Find links and detailed show notes at midmod-midwest.com/404.