Principle 04: Water Conservation
The importance of water in our lives cannot be stressed enough; every living thing on this planet depends on a clean, healthy water supply. This dependency connects us all to each other. The homes I've designed pay homage to the importance of water by incorporating elements that reduce the need for water by avoiding waste. So while you should still turn off the water while brushing your teeth, in an mkd house you can feel good about your water usage because of the built in controls we've created.
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EcoPrinciple 4: Water Conservation
- Reduce water intake: Elements like dual flush toilets, low flow showerheads, on-demand water heaters, and xeriscaping landscapes create less of a dependency on fresh water.
- Re-use water: Rain-water catchment systems collect rain water for irrigation. Gray water systems collect water from sinks and showers which is then recirculated for use in toilets.
- Site waste management & minimizing storm water run-off: Solutions such as green "living" roof systems, bioswales, and the use of permeable materials for walkways and driveways allow our homes to maximum the absorption of rainwater and its utility.
