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St. Louis Green Remodeling Company Celebrates Five Years in Business with ‘Building Better’ Bash
BY Andrea | Posted: Monday, March 25, 2013 05:00 PM
Rethink Renovations hosts anniversary event for St. Louis green community in one of their award-winning green homes
St Louis, MO— St. Louis’ premier green design, construction, and remodeling firm, Rethink Renovations, celebrates five years in business with a ‘Building Better Bash’ on Thursday, April 18, 6-9 pm, in one of their remodeled homes that took first place in the 2012 At Home Magazine Design Awards in the ‘Green Construction of a Home’ category. Invitees are members of the St. Louis green community and those building an expanded green consciousness in our region.
Attendees will enjoy drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and learning more about the award-winning host space. They will have the opportunity to tour the space and the home’s featured green construction components. In addition, those attending will have the opportunity to network with leaders in the eco-friendly community and find out more about the future of green construction in St. Louis.
“We are excited to celebrate our fifth year in business with our friends, partners, and vendors,” said Gail Griswold-Elwyn, Rethink Renovation’s President. “It’s a party with a purpose; it is our hope that everyone will make a useful connection, learn something new, and have a great time.”
Tours of the home will be given and attendees will have the opportunity to witness the solar-ready roof design, skylights, sun tunnels, geothermal and zoned smart systems, sustainably-harvested walnut floors, locally-made and non-toxic cabinetry, green-certified quartz countertops, and non-toxic paint and finishes. In addition, a room will be dedicated to chronicling the past, present and future of green construction and before and after photos of the host space will be available for view.
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About Rethink Renovations
In 2007, Rethink Renovations was born out of an idea: the marriage of the old and the new. Old meaning constructing a space for aesthetics, durability, and longevity, new meaning the use of modern technology to minimize waste and pollutants. As a St. Louis-based, family-owned and operated design/build firm, Rethink Renovations blends progressive ideology with traditional roots to offer green construction, design/build, and full lines of cabinetry and furniture that minimize environmental impact. The company works with homeowners, design firms, and architects to create eco-friendly remodeling solutions that include sustainably-harvested wood, and locally-produced, non-toxic materials. Rethink Renovations is committed to enhancing the aesthetics and functionality of spaces, but, more importantly, to preserving the health and well-being of the clients who will create memories in the spaces. For more, please visit rethinkrenovations.com or call 314-323-8845.
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Rethink Renovations is Featured in Mother Earth Living
Mother Earth Living, March 2013. The President of Rethink Renovations wrote an article titled 5 Green Myths that appeared this publication’s March issue.
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Rethink Renovations in the News: Green Trade Curriculum
Rethink Renovations Partners With Education Developer and LEED AP Certified Expert to Institute Green Trade Curricula Across Country
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ST. LOUIS, Feb. 25, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — St. Louis’ premier green design, construction, and remodeling firm, Rethink Renovations, has partnered with Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED AP) Jennifer Loui, a lifetime educator and curriculum developer, to create a semester long curriculum designed to teach green construction techniques to the next generation of professional building tradesmen. The content will focus on eco-friendly innovations affecting the core components of building construction—such as climate, framing, and HVAC.
Throughout her involvement with trade schools, Loui noticed that vocational and tech instructors were often tradesmen themselves and too busy to design a green curriculum. Gail Griswold-Elwyn, President of Rethink Renovations, took note of the fact that well-trained green tradesmen were becoming harder and harder to find. When Loui approached Griswold-Elwyn with the idea of sponsoring and collaborating on the creation of an eco-friendly construction curriculum, it seemed like a win-win. While creating a curriculum that would bridge the gap between standard construction curriculum and newer strategies for overwhelmed vocational instructors, they could also help to produce the next generation of green construction professionals. Since that initial conversation, a full working draft has been written. The entire course is slated to be completed by the end of February 2013.
That is exactly what the curriculum intends to do. Each section of the curriculum is written using the latest teaching pedagogy –approaches and theories—grounding the new knowledge in student-involved hands-on activity. The units will be supported by green building guide, Green from the Ground Up, written by David Johnson and Scott Gibson; the course has the option of culminating in the construction of a mini-green home, built using everything the students have learned throughout the duration of the course.
“Gail and I both agree that spreading green consciousness begins with education,” said Loui.
“Green construction becomes a more viable option for people when it is accessible—well-trained professionals are key to this accessibility.”
The 40-page course costs $800 to purchase and any high school, trade school, or vocational school across the country can purchase it. By the end of 2013, Loui and Griswold-Elwyn estimate that this curriculum will be taught in more than 20 U.S. schools. To request a two-page overview, or for more information about how to purchase the curriculum, please contact Gail Griswold-Elwyn by calling 314-323-8845 or email .
About Rethink Renovations
In 2007, Rethink Renovations was born out of an idea: the marriage of the old and the new. Old meaning constructing a space for aesthetics, durability, and longevity, new meaning the use of modern technology to minimize waste and pollutants. As a St. Louis-based, family-owned and operated design/build firm, Rethink Renovations blends progressive ideology with traditional roots to offer green construction, design/build, and full lines of cabinetry and furniture that minimize environmental impact. The company works with homeowners, design firms, and architects to create eco-friendly remodeling solutions that include sustainably-harvested wood, and locally-produced, non-toxic materials. Rethink Renovations is committed to enhancing the aesthetics and functionality of spaces, but, more importantly, to preserving the health and well-being of the clients who will create memories in the spaces. For more, please visit rethinkrenovations.com or call 314-323-8845.
MEDIA CONTACT
Andrea Arco-Mastromichalis
Arco & Associates
636.527.9254
Rethink Renovations is Featured in Stltoday.com Business Bulletin
GOING GREEN
St. Louis-based Rethink Renovations partnered with Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design accredited professional Jennifer Loui to create a semester-long curriculum designed to teach green construction techniques to building tradesmen.
Article Source: http://www.stltoday.com/business/local/business-bulletin-board/article_5b5dc634-66f4-517c-902b-ea64df8cbbe1.html
Rethink Renovations is Featured in Globe Newswire
St. Louis Green Remodeling Company Works to Revolutionize Trade Education and the Future of Green Construction
ST. LOUIS, Feb. 25, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — St. Louis’ premier green design, construction, and remodeling firm, Rethink Renovations, has partnered with Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED AP) Jennifer Loui, a lifetime educator and curriculum developer, to create a semester long curriculum designed to teach green construction techniques to the next generation of professional building tradesmen. The content will focus on eco-friendly innovations affecting the core components of building construction—such as climate, framing, and HVAC.
Throughout her involvement with trade schools, Loui noticed that vocational and tech instructors were often tradesmen themselves and too busy to design a green curriculum. Gail Griswold-Elwyn, President of Rethink Renovations, took note of the fact that well-trained green tradesmen were becoming harder and harder to find. When Loui approached Griswold-Elwyn with the idea of sponsoring and collaborating on the creation of an eco-friendly construction curriculum, it seemed like a win-win. While creating a curriculum that would bridge the gap between standard construction curriculum and newer strategies for overwhelmed vocational instructors, they could also help to produce the next generation of green construction professionals. Since that initial conversation, a full working draft has been written. The entire course is slated to be completed by the end of February 2013.
“There is a significant demand for tradesmen who have been trained in green methodologies,” said Griswold-Elwyn. “This demand is only going to increase over the next several years and the eco-friendly community needs professionals who have been educated about sustainable construction.”
That is exactly what the curriculum intends to do. Each section of the curriculum is written using the latest teaching pedagogy –approaches and theories—grounding the new knowledge in student-involved hands-on activity. The units will be supported by green building guide, Green from the Ground Up, written by David Johnson and Scott Gibson; the course has the option of culminating in the construction of a mini-green home, built using everything the students have learned throughout the duration of the course.
“Gail and I both agree that spreading green consciousness begins with education,” said Loui.
“Green construction becomes a more viable option for people when it is accessible—well-trained professionals are key to this accessibility.”
The 40-page course costs $800 to purchase and any high school, trade school, or vocational school across the country can purchase it. By the end of 2013, Loui and Griswold-Elwyn estimate that this curriculum will be taught in more than 20 U.S. schools. To request a two-page overview, or for more information about how to purchase the curriculum, please contact Gail Griswold-Elwyn by calling 314-323-8845 or email [email protected].
About Rethink Renovations
In 2007, Rethink Renovations was born out of an idea: the marriage of the old and the new. Old meaning constructing a space for aesthetics, durability, and longevity, new meaning the use of modern technology to minimize waste and pollutants. As a St. Louis-based, family-owned and operated design/build firm, Rethink Renovations blends progressive ideology with traditional roots to offer green construction, design/build, and full lines of cabinetry and furniture that minimize environmental impact. The company works with homeowners, design firms, and architects to create eco-friendly remodeling solutions that include sustainably-harvested wood, and locally-produced, non-toxic materials. Rethink Renovations is committed to enhancing the aesthetics and functionality of spaces, but, more importantly, to preserving the health and well-being of the clients who will create memories in the spaces. For more, please visit rethinkrenovations.com or call 314-323-8845.
MEDIA CONTACT
Andrea Arco-Mastromichalis
Arco & Associates
636.527.9254
Article Source: http://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2013/02/25/526082/10023041/en/St-Louis-Green-Remodeling-Company-Works-to-Revolutionize-Trade-Education-and-the-Future-of-Green-Construction.html
Rethink Renovations is Featured in Market Watch
St. Louis Green Remodeling Company Works to Revolutionize Trade Education and the Future of Green Construction
Rethink Renovations Partners With Education Developer and LEED AP Certified Expert to Institute Green Trade Curricula Across Country
ST. LOUIS, Feb 25, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE via COMTEX) — St. Louis’ premier green design, construction, and remodeling firm, Rethink Renovations, has partnered with Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED AP) Jennifer Loui, a lifetime educator and curriculum developer, to create a semester long curriculum designed to teach green construction techniques to the next generation of professional building tradesmen. The content will focus on eco-friendly innovations affecting the core components of building construction–such as climate, framing, and HVAC.
Throughout her involvement with trade schools, Loui noticed that vocational and tech instructors were often tradesmen themselves and too busy to design a green curriculum. Gail Griswold-Elwyn, President of Rethink Renovations, took note of the fact that well-trained green tradesmen were becoming harder and harder to find. When Loui approached Griswold-Elwyn with the idea of sponsoring and collaborating on the creation of an eco-friendly construction curriculum, it seemed like a win-win. While creating a curriculum that would bridge the gap between standard construction curriculum and newer strategies for overwhelmed vocational instructors, they could also help to produce the next generation of green construction professionals. Since that initial conversation, a full working draft has been written. The entire course is slated to be completed by the end of February 2013.
“There is a significant demand for tradesmen who have been trained in green methodologies,” said Griswold-Elwyn. “This demand is only going to increase over the next several years and the eco-friendly community needs professionals who have been educated about sustainable construction.”
That is exactly what the curriculum intends to do. Each section of the curriculum is written using the latest teaching pedagogy -approaches and theories–grounding the new knowledge in student-involved hands-on activity. The units will be supported by green building guide, Green from the Ground Up, written by David Johnson and Scott Gibson; the course has the option of culminating in the construction of a mini-green home, built using everything the students have learned throughout the duration of the course.
“Gail and I both agree that spreading green consciousness begins with education,” said Loui.
“Green construction becomes a more viable option for people when it is accessible–well-trained professionals are key to this accessibility.”
The 40-page course costs $800 to purchase and any high school, trade school, or vocational school across the country can purchase it. By the end of 2013, Loui and Griswold-Elwyn estimate that this curriculum will be taught in more than 20 U.S. schools. To request a two-page overview, or for more information about how to purchase the curriculum, please contact Gail Griswold-Elwyn by calling 314-323-8845 or email [email protected].
About Rethink Renovations
In 2007, Rethink Renovations was born out of an idea: the marriage of the old and the new. Old meaning constructing a space for aesthetics, durability, and longevity, new meaning the use of modern technology to minimize waste and pollutants. As a St. Louis-based, family-owned and operated design/build firm, Rethink Renovations blends progressive ideology with traditional roots to offer green construction, design/build, and full lines of cabinetry and furniture that minimize environmental impact. The company works with homeowners, design firms, and architects to create eco-friendly remodeling solutions that include sustainably-harvested wood, and locally-produced, non-toxic materials. Rethink Renovations is committed to enhancing the aesthetics and functionality of spaces, but, more importantly, to preserving the health and well-being of the clients who will create memories in the spaces. For more, please visit rethinkrenovations.com or call 314-323-8845.
MEDIA CONTACT
Andrea Arco-Mastromichalis
Arco & Associates
636.527.9254
Article Source: http://www.marketwatch.com/story/st-louis-green-remodeling-company-works-to-revolutionize-trade-education-and-the-future-of-green-construction-2013-02-25
Rethink Renovations is Featured in The Network Journal
The Network Journal, February 2013. The President of Rethink Renovations wrote an article titled St. Louis Green Remodeling Company Works to Revolutionize Trade Education and the Future of Green Construction that appeared this publication’s April issue.\
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Rethink Renovations is Featured in Wall Street Select
Wall Street Select, February 2013. The President of Rethink Renovations wrote an article titled St. Louis Green Remodeling Company Works to Revolutionize Trade Education and the Future of Green Construction that appeared this publication’s April issue.\
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Custom Handmade Bar Stool by Rethink Renovations- Spalted Birch
This Custom Made Bar Stool is a new product in our Furniture Collection.
Made will locally sourced Spalted Birch.
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