June 5th, 2023
"IT’S EASY TO FIND A COOKIE-CUTTER HOME TO PURCHASE. THEY’RE A DIME A DOZEN IN EVERY NEIGHBORHOOD IN CHICAGO. WHEN YOU’RE LOOKING TO BUY, YOU SEARCH THROUGH SO MANY OPTIONS TO FIND ONE PERFECTLY TAILORED TO YOUR NEEDS AND SPECIFIC TASTE. INSTEAD OF TRYING TO SEARCH FOR PREVIOUSLY BUILT HOMES TO FIT YOUR NEEDS, WHY NOT BUILD ONE YOURSELF? WANT A THEATER ROOM? A SECRET DOORWAY? DESIGN IT YOURSELF! WITH A CUSTOM BUILD, YOU HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO DESIGN EVERY ASPECT OF YOUR HOME TO THE EXACT SPECIFICATIONS YOU DESIRE. IF YOU’RE ON THE FENCE ABOUT BUILDING A NEW PROPERTY, HERE ARE 5 REASONS TO HELP YOU MAKE YOUR DECISION! YOU GET WHAT YOU WANT IT MAY SEEM OBVIOUS, BUT…
May 22nd, 2023
"BRING YOUR YARD TO LIFE WITH FLOWERS NATIVE TO THE ILLINOIS CLIMATE. PLANTS AND FLOWERS ARE A GREAT WAY TO LIVEN UP YOUR OUTDOOR SPACE, AS WELL AS HELP LOCAL WILDLIFE FLOURISH. THERE ARE MANY BENEFITS TO PLANTING NATIVE FLOWERS: COST EFFECTIVE: ONCE THESE FLOWERS ARE ESTABLISHED, THEY NEED LESS ATTENTION, SAVING YOU MONEY ON WATER AND FERTILIZER. ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY: NATIVE FLOWERS ARE LESS SUSCEPTIBLE TO PESTS AND DISEASES AND ALSO HELP TO PREVENT FLOODING. ATTRACT POLLINATORS: NATIVE FLOWERS ATTRACT BIRDS, BEES, AND BUTTERFLIES, HELPING BUILD A HEALTHY ECOSYSTEM FOR ENDANGERED SPECIES. HERE ARE SOME FLOWERS THAT GROW WELL IN CHICAGOLAND’S CLIMATE: WILD BERGAMOT GROWING TO BETWEEN TWO AND FOUR FEET IN LENGTH, AND WITH LAVENDER OR PINK PETALS THAT…
March 14th, 2023
"NOW THAT WINTER IS HEADING OUT THE DOOR, IT’S TIME TO STOP HIBERNATING AND START ENJOYING THE OUTDOORS AGAIN. TO START OFF THE SPRING CLEANING SEASON, WE HAVE SEVERAL TIPS TO HELP YOU MAKE YOUR HOME LOOK ITS BEST FOR THE WARMER MONTHS! CLEAN YOUR ROOF & GUTTERS REMOVE ALL DEBRIS FROM YOUR ROOF, CHECK FOR CRACKED OR BROKEN SHINGLES, AND CLEAN OUT YOUR GUTTERS. CLOGGED GUTTERS CAN DAMAGE YOUR HOME WHEN WATER DOESN’T FLOW AWAY FROM YOUR FOUNDATION. CLEAN UP YOUR YARD RAKE UP ALL THE LEAVES ON THE GROUND, REMOVE ANY GARBAGE OR OTHER DEBRIS, AND PRUNE YOUR TREES AND BUSHES. IT’S ALSO A GOOD TIME TO REMOVE ALL WEEDS AND CRABGRASS. USE A PRESSURE WASHER ON YOUR…
February 15th, 2023
"THE WEATHER IS STARTING TO TURN IN CHICAGO. WITH TEMPERATURES DROPPING AND THE WINTER SEASON AROUND THE CORNER, IT BRINGS UP A COMMON QUESTION: DO I START THAT CONSTRUCTION PROJECT OR WAIT UNTIL SPRING? IT’S A COMPLICATED QUESTION AND GETS MORE COMPLICATED DEPENDING ON LOCATION. OBVIOUSLY, IF YOU LIVE IN A WARM-WEATHER STATE LIKE FLORIDA, STARTING CONSTRUCTION IN DECEMBER ISN’T AS GREAT AN ISSUE AS RESIDENTS OF CHICAGO. LET’S SEE IF WE CAN’T HELP YOU MAKE THE APPROPRIATE DECISION FOR YOUR NEXT PROJECT. PROS TO WINTER CONSTRUCTION THERE ARE SEVERAL BENEFITS TO BEGINNING A CONSTRUCTION PROJECT DURING THE COLD WINTER MONTHS. SAVE MONEY: SPRING AND SUMMER ARE PEAK SEASONS FOR BUILDERS AND MANUFACTURERS. WITH LESS DEMAND DURING WINTER, YOU CAN…
February 15th, 2023
"WITH IT BEING FEBRUARY–THE MONTH OF LOVE–EVERYONE THINKS ABOUT VALENTINE’S DAY AND SPREADING LOVE TO OTHERS. BUT WHAT ABOUT YOUR HOME? AT MK CONSTRUCTION & BUILDERS, WE WANT TO SPREAD THE LOVE THIS YEAR BY HELPING YOU BRING MORE LOVE INTO YOUR HOME WITH SOME HELPFUL DIY TIPS. HANG SOME MISTLETOE WHO SAID MISTLETOE CAN ONLY HANG AROUND DURING THE MONTH OF DECEMBER? IF YOU’D LIKE TO MAKE IT MORE FESTIVE FOR FEBRUARY, PAINT IT RED OR ADD SOME HEART DETAILS TO THE PLANT. THERE’S NO BETTER SIGN OF LOVE THAN A KISS. HEART-SHAPED WREATHS OK, WE KNOW IT SEEMS AS IF WE’RE STEALING ALL THE IDEAS FROM CHRISTMASTIME; WE GET IT. BUT WHO DOESN’T FEEL WELCOMED INTO A HOME…
January 27th, 2023
"NEW YEAR, NEW GOALS. EVERY JANUARY 1, PEOPLE ACROSS THE WORLD DEVELOP RESOLUTIONS FOR THEMSELVES. BUT HOW ABOUT CREATING CHANGE FOR THE SPACE YOU’RE GOING TO SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME–YOUR HOME? BELOW WE WILL ROLL OUT FIVE RESOLUTIONS FOR YOUR HOME THIS YEAR. IF THE HOME TRULY IS WHERE THE HEART IS, MAKE YOUR HEART A BEAUTIFUL, CLEANER, MORE ORGANIZED VERSION OF ITSELF. #1 GET ORGANIZED CLUTTER, CLUTTER, CLUTTER. REMOVING CLUTTER FROM SPACES WITHIN YOUR HOME IS THE EASIEST AND LEAST EXPENSIVE WAY TO MAKE YOURSELF FEEL BETTER ABOUT YOUR SPACE. TO BETTER ORGANIZE YOUR HOME, YOU MUST PERIODICALLY GET RID OF OBJECTS YOU NO LONGER USE OR DISLIKE AND ONLY BRING IN NEW ITEMS YOU TRULY NEED. HELPFUL…
December 22nd, 2022
"WITH ANOTHER BITTERLY COLD WINTER DRAWING NEAR, YOU WANT TO ENSURE THAT YOUR HOME EXUDES BOTH WARMTH AND COMFORT. ACCOMPLISHING THIS FEAT MAY FEEL A BIT DAUNTING, HOWEVER, WE’VE COMPILED AN ASSORTMENT OF SIMPLE INTERIOR DESIGN ENHANCEMENTS TO TRANSFORM YOUR EVERYDAY LIVING SPACE INTO A WELCOMING WINTER RETREAT. USE WARM PAINT COLORS PASTELS AND HARSH WHITES CAN GIVE YOUR HOME THE COLD, LIFELESS FEELING OF A HOSPITAL ROOM. INSTANTLY TRANSFORM YOUR SPACE WITH A FRESH COAT OF WARM-COLORED PAINT SUCH AS BURNT ORANGE, MUSTARD YELLOW, RICH RED TONES, OR A SHADE OF OLIVE GREEN. IF BOLD WALLS ARE TOO OVERPOWERING FOR YOUR TASTE, CHOOSE A WARM, NEUTRAL SHADE THEN ACCENT WITH YOUR CHOICE OF AUTUMN HUES. CREATE AN AMBIENCE WITH…
October 30th, 2022
"EVERY DINNER PARTY HOST WANTS TO WOW THEIR FRIENDS AND FAMILY WITH A WELCOMING KITCHEN DESIGN. WHILE YOU MIGHT NOT BE ABLE TO COMPLETE A GRANDIOSE KITCHEN REMODEL BEFORE THE HOLIDAYS THIS YEAR, YOU’LL STILL BE ABLE TO MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR SPACE THROUGH THE UTILIZATION OF LIGHTING, COUNTERTOPS, AND SEATING. OUR EXPERTS HAVE GATHERED SEVERAL HOME IMPROVEMENT TIPS THAT CAN ENHANCE YOUR GUESTS EXPERIENCE DURING A HOLIDAY PARTY. HIDE COUNTERTOP APPLIANCES FEW THINGS BRING DOWN A SPACE MORE THAN UNNECESSARY CLUTTER. REMOVE SMALL APPLIANCES FROM THE COUNTERTOPS TO CREATE A SLEEK, OPEN APPEARANCE. REFRESH WINDOW TREATMENTS RETIRE YOUR DATED CURTAINS AND REPLACE THEM WITH STYLISH NEW WINDOW TREATMENTS. THIS SIMPLE UPGRADE WILL CHANGE THE AESTHETIC OF YOUR ENTIRE…
September 1st, 2022
"If you’re a homeowner in Chicago thinking about remodeling your kitchen, the first question you want answered is how much is it going to cost? The best general answer we can give you is that the cost will vary depending on just what type of remodeling you desire. According to the Real Cost Finder calculator found at houzz.com, the current average cost of a kitchen remodel in Chicago is $29,970, and while that is the average, your actual cost will depend on exactly what you want. The amount you spend on your kitchen remodel could be as little as a few thousand dollars up to close to 100k and possibly more, depending on your desires and choices. We invite you…
August 17th, 2022
"SUMMER IS COMING TO AN END AND IT’S TIME TO SHIFT OUR FOCUS TO ANOTHER YEAR OF GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT FOR OUR CHILDREN. BUT IT’S ALSO A GREAT TIME TO CONSIDER GROWING AND DEVELOPING YOUR HOME WITH THE HELP OF PROFESSIONAL REMODELING CONTRACTORS. WITH VIRTUAL AND HYBRID SCHOOLING BECOMING THE NEW NORMAL, THESE BACK-TO-SCHOOL HOME IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS CAN HELP ENHANCE THE FUNCTIONALITY OF YOUR HOME. A STUDY SPACE YOUR KIDS NEED A DEDICATED AREA IN THE HOME THAT ALLOWS THEM TO FOCUS ON THEIR SCHOOLWORK. BY DESIGNING AND BUILDING A STUDY SPACE, YOU’RE CREATING AN AREA IN THE HOME FREE FROM DISTRACTIONS. THE IDEAL AREA WOULD INCLUDE A DESKTOP, AMPLE STORAGE FOR SUPPLIES, AND KID-FRIENDLY ERGONOMIC SEATING. THIS HOME RENOVATION…
July 21st, 2022
"VACATION SEASON IS IN FULL SWING BUT WE’D LIKE TO HIGHLIGHT A FEW HOME REMODELING PROJECTS THAT WILL MAKE IT FEEL LIKE STAYCATION SEASON. REPLACE YOUR SIDING ONE OF THE MOST POPULAR HOME IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS IN SUMMER IS HOME SIDING REPLACEMENT. THE END RESULT WILL BE A HIGH-QUALITY HOME MAKEOVER MAKING YOU FEEL AS IF YOU’RE MOVING INTO A NEW HOME. BEFORE CHOOSING TO REPLACE YOUR SIDING, WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND RESEARCHING REMODELING COMPANIES IN CHICAGO. THIS IS A PROJECT THAT REQUIRES HIGHLY PRECISE MEASUREMENTS AND INSTALLATION TO ENSURE PROPER PROTECTION FOR YOUR HOME. STAIN YOUR DECK GIVING YOUR BACKYARD A FRESH LOOK IS A SUMMERTIME STAPLE. WHEN THE WEATHER IS WARM IN THE CHICAGO AREA, WE SPEND MORE TIME OUTDOORS.…
June 15th, 2022
"THE WEATHER IS STARTING TO TURN HERE IN CHICAGO, AND SUMMER IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER. ONCE IT GETS NICE ENOUGH TO SPEND TIME OUTDOORS WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY, YOU NEED A SPACE WORTHY OF YOUR TIME. HERE ARE SOME WAYS TO SUMMERIZE YOUR SPACE: CREATE AN OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE IF YOU DON’T HAVE A DECK OR PATIO IN YOUR BACKYARD, IT MAY BE TIME TO CONSIDER BUILDING ONE. IF YOU ARE LUCKY ENOUGH TO ALREADY HAVE ONE, IT’S TIME TO BUILD UPON ITS FEATURES. START BY FURNISHING IT IN THE STYLE OF EVENTS YOU WOULD LIKE TO THROW. IF YOU’RE LOOKING TO HAVE OUTDOOR DINNER PARTIES, CONSIDER CREATING AN OUTDOOR DINING AREA, COMPLETE WITH A FULL DINING TABLE AND…
May 17th, 2022
"APRIL SHOWERS BRING MAY FLOWERS… AND WEEDS HERE IN CHICAGO. IF YOU’RE PLANNING ON STARTING A GARDEN, WE HAVE SOME HELPFUL TIPS TO HELP EVERYTHING YOU GROW BLOSSOM AND BLOOM. PLAN YOUR LAYOUT BEFORE YOU PICK UP THE SHOVEL AND START THROWING SEEDS INTO THE GROUND, TAKE SOME TIME TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT SPACE FOR YOUR GARDEN. FIND A PLACE IN YOUR YARD THAT GETS 6-8 HOURS OF SUNLIGHT EACH DAY AND ONE THAT IS CLOSE TO A WATER SOURCE AND EASILY ACCESSIBLE. DECIDE WHETHER YOU WANT TO PLANT DIRECTLY INTO THE GROUND OR USE RAISED BEDS. USE THE RIGHT SOIL DON’T USE POTTING SOIL OR SOIL YOUR LANDSCAPER LEFT LYING AROUND. WE RECOMMEND STARTING WITH A GOOD ORGANIC VEGGIE…
April 14th, 2022
"‘APRIL SHOWERS BRING MAY FLOWERS’… AND AMPLE OPPORTUNITIES FOR WATER TO LEAK INTO YOUR HOME. IN THE CHICAGOLAND AREA, IT’S IMPORTANT TO TAKE PREVENTATIVE STEPS TO ENSURE YOUR HOME IS SAFE FROM THE HEAVY SPRING RAINFALL. HERE ARE FOUR WAYS TO HELP PREVENT FLOODING AND OTHER PROPERTY DAMAGE CAUSED BY SPRINGTIME SHOWERS: CLEAR OUT YOUR GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS DURING THE MONTH OF APRIL, YOUR GUTTERS AND DOWNSPOUTS ARE PUT TO THE TEST, WORKING TO CATCH ALL THAT RAINWATER AND PUSH IT AWAY FROM YOUR HOME. IT’S IMPORTANT TO MAKE SURE YOUR GUTTERS ARE CLEAR OF ANY DEBRIS AND ARE WELL-SECURED TO YOUR HOME. IF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR A PROJECT, ADDING GUTTER SHIELDS OR SCREENS CAN HELP KEEP DEBRIS FROM BUILDING…
March 10th, 2022
"THE WEATHER IS TURNING WARM HERE IN CHICAGO, WHICH MEANS IT’S TIME TO GET YOUR HOME OUT OF THE WINTER BLUES AND FRESHEN IT UP! STANDING BACK AND LOOKING AT THE SPRING CLEANING YOUR HOME NEEDS CAN SEEM DAUNTING. BUT, WITH THESE HELPFUL TIPS, IT WON’T BE DIFFICULT AT ALL. DECLUTTER MOST HOMES ARE FILLED WITH THINGS THE HOMEOWNER EITHER DOESN’T USE ANYMORE OR DOESN’T NEED. IT’S TIME TO GET RID OF THE CLUTTER. TAKE SOME TIME TO IDENTIFY THE PROBLEM AREAS IN YOUR HOME, WHETHER IT BE THE JUNK DRAWER IN THE KITCHEN OR STUFFED-TO-THE-BRIM GARAGE CABINETS. ONCE YOU’VE FOUND ALL THE AREAS THAT NEED DECLUTTERING, SORT YOUR BELONGINGS INTO FOUR DIFFERENT CATEGORIES–GARBAGE, DONATIONS, STORAGE, AND KEEPING. GET RID…
February 9th, 2022
"WITH THE PANDEMIC AND THE HIGH-PRESSURE SITUATION OF SCORING THAT COVETED RESERVATION, PERHAPS PLANNING A ROMANTIC VALENTINE’S DAY AT HOME IS A BETTER OPTION THIS YEAR. HERE ARE SOME COZY DATE IDEAS FOR YOU TO PLAN FOR YOUR FAVORITE PERSON. NETFLIX AND CHILL THIS MIGHT BE THE MOST OBVIOUS CHOICE. BUT, THERE ARE EASY WAYS TO MAKE IT MORE SPECIAL THAN EVERY OTHER NIGHT YOU SPEND BINGING NETFLIX. CREATE A SPECIAL LINEUP OF YOUR HONEY’S FAVORITE SHOWS OR REWATCH THE MOVIE YOU SAW ON YOUR FIRST DATE. BY ADDING SOMETHING SENTIMENTAL TO THE NIGHT, IT WILL MAKE IT A WORTHY VALENTINE’S DAY CELEBRATION. AND, DON’T FORGET TO ORDER IN YOUR FAVORITE MEAL OR PUT TOGETHER A TASTY SMORGASBORD OF DESSERTS…
January 14th, 2022
"AS A RESPECTED CUSTOM HOME BUILDER, WE UNDERSTAND NOT EVERYONE HAS THE ABILITY TO PLAN A MAJOR RENOVATION TO THEIR HOME. BECAUSE OF THIS, WE THOUGHT WE’D SHARE SOME SIMPLE IMPROVEMENTS YOU CAN MAKE THROUGHOUT THE YEAR TO MAKE YOUR HOME FEEL BRAND NEW. NEW YEAR, NEW COLORS THE EARLY MONTHS OF THE YEAR, WHEN IT’S COLD AND YOU’RE EXPERIENCING CABIN FEVER, ARE THE PERFECT MONTHS TO PAINT. PICK ONE ROOM OR SEVERAL ROOMS IN YOUR HOME AND PAINT THE WALLS A DIFFERENT COLOR. YOU’LL FIND THAT CHANGING THE COLORS OF A ROOM MAKES A BIG DIFFERENCE WITHOUT MAKING A BIG DENT IN YOUR BANK ACCOUNT. IF YOU WANT TO GET CREATIVE, HAVE A CUSTOM-DESIGNED MURAL PAINTED OR HANG A…
December 15th, 2021
"YOU MAY NOT THINK IT, BUT THE WINTER MONTHS ARE AN EXCELLENT TIME TO BEGIN HOME IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS. DURING COLDER WEATHER MONTHS, IT MAY BE EASIER TO SECURE POTENTIAL DISCOUNTS FROM PROFESSIONAL CONTRACTORS, AS WELL AS SHORTER COMPLETION TIMETABLES. HERE ARE FIVE OF THE BEST WINTER HOME IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS AND RENOVATIONS TO TAKE ON: KITCHEN UPGRADE THERE ARE SO MANY DIFFERENT WAYS TO SPRUCE UP YOUR KITCHEN, FROM REPLACING THE COUNTERTOPS, SWITCHING OUT CABINETS, CHANGING LIGHT FIXTURES, OR ADDING A TRENDY BACKSPLASH. ALL OF THESE PROJECTS CAN BE DONE WITH A MINIMAL AMOUNT OF TRIPS BACK AND FORTH OUTSIDE, THEREFORE, MAKING THESE PERFECT COLD-MONTH PROJECTS. BYPASS SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER BY UPGRADING THE APPEARANCE OF YOUR KITCHEN THIS WINTER. CHANGE THE…
November 11th, 2021
"WE’RE CONTINUING OUR WORK WITH GREENLINE HOMES TO HELP CREATE MORE SUSTAINABLE AND AFFORDABLE HOMES IN CHICAGO COMMUNITIES. CLIMATE CHANGE AND OTHER ENVIRONMENTAL SHIFTS HAVE CREATED A NEW DESIRE FOR CUSTOM-BUILT HOMES THAT ARE ENERGY-EFFICIENT, EASY TO MAINTAIN, AND SUSTAINABLE. BUILDING A GREEN HOME WITH THE HELP OF GREENLINE HOMES, WE’RE UTILIZING GREEN BUILDING TECHNOLOGY AND PROFESSIONAL TECHNIQUES TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE CONSUMER AND BUILD THESE HOMES. BY USING SOLAR ENERGY, INCREASED LEVELS OF INSULATION, AIR SEALING, AND CAREFULLY SELECTED MECHANICALS AND APPLIANCES, WE’RE BUILDING NET-ZERO-ENERGY HOMES THAT END UP PRODUCING MORE ENERGY THAN THEY CONSUME. THESE ECO-FRIENDLY HOMES ARE BUILT USING SUSTAINABLE BUILDING MATERIALS WITH AN EMPHASIS ON INDOOR AIR QUALITY AND WATER- AND ENERGY-EFFICIENT APPLIANCES. FAMILIES…
October 14th, 2021
"GET INTO THE SPIRIT OF THE SPOOKY THIS SEASON BY TURNING HAUNTING YOUR HOUSE WITH HALLOWEEN DECOR. WHETHER YOU WANT TO KEEP IT SOPHISTICATED OR GO DOWNRIGHT CREEPY, HERE ARE SOME TIPS TO HELP MAKE YOUR HOME THE TALK OF THE TOWN. UNDECORATE BEFORE YOU PUT UP ANY DECORATIONS, TAKE YOUR PICTURE FRAMES OFF THE WALLS AND STORE AWAY ALL DECOR ON TABLES AND SHELVES. DISPLAYING BATS AND WITCHES NEXT TO BEACH PHOTOS OF YOUR KIDS AND COUSINS WON’T EXACTLY SCREAM ‘HALLOWEEN THEME’. AND, MAKE SURE TO FILL EMPTY SPOTS ON THE WALLS WITH SPOOKY DECORATIONS OR PHOTOS. DOING ALL OF THIS WILL PUT THE ENTIRE FOCUS ON YOUR HOCUS POCUS. STICK TO ONE COLOR SCHEME IF POSSIBLE,…
September 22nd, 2021
"With fall upon us, it’s time to start thinking about preparing your home for the change in weather. Every year, the shift from warm to freezing temperatures causes damage to homes that could have been prevented by following some simple steps. Check Your Gutters We all enjoy looking at the leaves as they change color, but if enough of them build up in your gutters, it can cause damage to your roof, insulation, ceilings, and walls. Clean out all the leaves, check that your gutters are straight and secured to the fascia, and don’t forget to check for clogs in your downspouts. Test Your Sump Pump During the winter months, the ground is already frozen and it becomes difficult for…
August 5th, 2021
"‘GREEN’ HOMES ARE DESIGNED AND BUILT WITH YOU AND THE ENVIRONMENT IN MIND. THEY’RE BUILT TO PROVIDE A SAFE, HEALTHY, AND SUSTAINABLE PLACE TO LIVE, CREATING HEALTHIER FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES. AS WE BECOME MORE AWARE OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGES, THE DECISION TO BUILD MORE ENERGY-EFFICIENT HOMES HAS BECOME MORE POPULAR. THERE ARE MANY BENEFITS TO GREEN HOMES, INCLUDING: SAVING MONEY THE WAY THE HOME IS BUILT AND THE MATERIALS USED DURING CONSTRUCTION HELP LOWER ENERGY AND WATER BILLS, AS WELL AS REDUCE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR COSTS OVER TIME. ON AVERAGE, GREEN HOMES USE 20-30% LESS ENERGY AND WATER, HELPING TO DECREASE MONTHLY UTILITY BILLS. EVERYTHING FROM THE LIGHT BULBS TO THE STYLE OF ROOF IS CONSIDERED IN THE DESIGN PROCESS IN…