NovuStone LLC

Five years ago, less than half of architects were incorporating sustainable design practices into their projects. However, that trend is rapidly changing. According to the 2007 Autodesk/American Institute of Architects Green index, 90% of architects are planning on implementing these practices into their designs by 2012. The main impetus behind this change is consumer demand. In the same report, the vast majority of all architects surveyed cited client demand for lower operating costs as the primary reason for this revolution. In the past, architects, builders, and designers often had to choose between the right decision and the profitable decision. Fortunately, today, these decisions can be one and the same: some new design practices are “green” for both the environment and the client’s pocketbooks. Contemporary architects have the option of designing environmentally conscious buildings that reduce not only the operating costs, but the construction costs as well. Numerous incentive programs are pushing the market into uncharted territory. Grants from the U.S. Green Building Council and various governmental organizations are available for projects ranging from commercial buildings to remodeled homes. However, this push to “go green” comes with many pitfalls. Some products labeled as “natural” actually strip the earth of her precious resources. With so many choices available on the market, which products are truly the best for both business and the environment? We believe NovuStone™ is one such bridge between commerce and conservation. By using 75% – 100% post-consumer recycled material in our product, we help keep these materials out of landfills and incorporate them into a truly beautiful product. After reviewing the following information, we’re sure you’ll agree that until NovuStone™ came along, Green Never Looked So Good™.