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Local Seattle Remodeling Events

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October 8: Sustainable Design & Construction

Architect/contractor Tom Kayser will present important and practical reasons for making environmentally friendly choices while remodeling or building new houses. He will discuss appropriate building materials, design and construction process which can avoid waste, save energy and money and produce a superior project.

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October 11: GreenDwellingSeattle Green Home Tour

The home tour this month features one of Seattle’s foremost “green builders”. Jim Barger with Greenleaf Construction will talk to us about his project in Seattle’s Central District. Complementing their great designs is the inclusion of salvaged, reclaimed, and double-use materials which clearly illustrates their holistic approach to urban infill development.

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October 14: Greendrinks

The organization exists as a platform for connecting Seattle's environmental community, with our main event a monthly informal social networking gathering. All are welcome to join us the second Tuesday of every month, starting around 5:30pm. The goal of our group is pretty simple: good times shared among people working in, or interested in, environmental and sustainability issues.

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October 16 - 19: Seattle Home Show 2

Nearly 500 exhibits displaying everything for the home and garden from interior design & remodeling to landscaping and outdoor entertaining. This year’s show features living green, highlighting ways for homeowners to reduce waste, recycle and use environmentally-friendly building techniques and products.

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Advice from the Pros

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