Words of Mouth
The Tioga County Board of Commissioners would gladly recommend Larson Design Group to potential clients who are considering retaining LDG to provide engineering and architectural services for their projects. The staff of Larson Design Group has always been cooperative, competent and professional and we look forward to a continued working relationship.
Tioga County Commissioners
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Let's Design Green!
The Sweeter Side of Green
We spend most of our time indoors. Traditional building occupancy and design consume valuable resources like electricity and water. Buildings alone are responsible for most electricity use in the United States.
Sustainable, or green, design decreases a facility’s consumption of raw materials by using recycled or sustainable materials and developing re-use methods. Over the lifetime operation of a facility, costs can be greatly minimized while longevity and value are increased.
But there’s a sweeter side to “going green”. Studies show that vitality and productivity can be fostered through the right indoor environment. Simple methods like using more natural light and low-VOC paints help building occupants feel a sense of well-being, which can lead to decreased turnover and sick time for employers.
Improving the Future
Today, leaders are making decisions that improve the future, and we are determined to help interested clients take advantage of the added value in sustainable design.
Our staff includes LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) accredited professionals who understand the principles involved in building green. While buildings must meet a minimum of criteria in order to become LEED® certified, clients can still incorporate green building components into their project if they choose not to pursue certification. Up front, the cost of building green may be increased; but in the long run, facilities that save energy cost less to operate. Small changes make a big difference.