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Touch the earth lightly.

Gorman Richardson Lewis Architects has always considered the environmental impact of what we do.

Since our inception we have educated our clients regarding the benefits of building “green.” In 1998 we started GRASE (Gorman Richardson Architects Sustainable Efforts) and since then the GRASE Committee has worked diligently developing green specs and researching sustainable products. We have been awarded an environmental award for our outreach and awareness programs.

What is green design?
Design and construction practices that significantly reduce or eliminate the negative impact of buildings on the environment and on occupants of buildings.

Green Design practices use resources more efficiently than standard buildings and focus on:

  • Sustainable site planning
  • Safeguarding water and water efficiency
  • Enhancing energy efficiency
  • Conservation of materials and resources
  • Indoor environmental quality.

  • Gorman Richardson Lewis Architects believes the smallest efficiencies have great positive impact.