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Preserving the Past, Embracing the Future
Join us on a journey as we explore the delicate art of renovating heritage homes—where historic charm meets modern comfort. We'll delve into the unique challenges and exciting opportunities that arise when preserving architectural elements, navigating regulations, and seamlessly blending modern amenities with the charm of bygone eras.
Creating Homes That Invite You to Stop and Relax
Life can get pretty hectic, can't it? The daily grind of work, juggling personal responsibilities, and the endless to-do list can sometimes make us feel like we're on a never-ending treadmill. We get it; we've all been there.
Sustainable Renovations Unveiled
"We are eager to update our home, but worry about sustainable demolition and building. I don’t want to contribute to construction waste in our landfills.”
Beyond Quartz: Exploring Sustainable Counter Options for Your Dream Kitchen
Hey there, design aficionados! 👋 We’re checking in to spill our countertop secrets on the most sustainable counter options out there. We get it—Quartz is the superstar of the kitchen, but let's dig a little deeper into some alternatives that not only jazz up your space but also align with our sustainable design vibes.
Sustainability in Art and Architecture:
Welcome to a journey where art and architecture join hands to shape a sustainable future. In this exploration, Waldron Designs delves into the profound impact of eco-friendly practices, illustrating the pivotal role of responsible design in forging an environmentally conscious tomorrow.
Sustainable Splendor: How to Make Your Entire Home Eco-Friendly
Hey there, Waldron Designs crew! Today, we're rolling up our sleeves and delving into the wonderfully green world of sustainable home design. If you're gearing up for a full-home interior renovation, why not make it an eco-friendly extravaganza? Let's chat about how you can turn your entire abode into a haven of sustainability.
What to know about VOC's
Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) are a major concern in our homes. They are released as gases from various household items like paint, cleaning products, furniture, and air fresheners. These chemicals contribute to indoor air pollution and can harm our health, causing respiratory issues, headaches, and even cancer with long-term exposure.
Chromotherapy As A Design Consideration
Eternal skeptics here at Waldron Designs, we jumped into scientific papers and decided to establish the validity of Chromotherapy, and we’re excited to share what we found with you, because some of this is what we expected, but most of it is not!
Sustainability: Not Just A Perk
As children, we never saw the red skies that come from local wildfires. We never had to worry about whether our air was clean enough to go outside. We didn’t watch king tides in awe, wondering why peoples’ homes were built so close to the beach because they were flooding. We remember talking about hairspray putting a hole in the ozone, but we didn’t FEEL the ramifications of global warming. It didn’t feel real.
Green Vinyl? You’ve Been Greenwashed!
o quote a colleague who specializes in sustainable product research, “The Vinyl Institute has done a great job of misleading consumers about the toxicity of the products their industry produces… Inherently, petroleum-based products are toxic, regardless if they can be recycled.”
Sustainable Products: How Do You Know?
We’re sure that you’ve heard about greenwashing. It’s a cool thing to talk about sustainability, but what about walking the walk?
Counter Selection Tips
There are so many options out there for amazing and wonderful countertops. How does one choose?! We have you covered. Take a look at the features and brief descriptions of many of the most commonly used counter materials to make your decision wisely.