Distinctly Montana Magazine

[...] This project was the first in the world to use 100% recycled concrete for all the concrete in the building. We are also working on a historic building currently undergoing LEED certification. This project shows that sustainable principles can be incorporat- ed into older and that the finished product can retain its historic character. We are proud to work through the challenge of creating buildings that are both beautiful and sustainable. ROBERT B. MORTON I am proud to be part of the LEED program which can really be boiled down to doing what is right for the environment, energy efficiency, ourselves, and ultimately what we leave our future generations. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT LEED: www.usgbc.org ANDERS LEWENDAL, Chairman of the Southwest Montana Building Industry Association and Chairman of the Green Build- ing committee, talks about the numerous green standards for the building industry. “In Montana, the building industry promotes voluntary, sus- tainable and efficient building practices through its national association (NAHB), its state association (MBIA), and our nine local associations. I belong to the Southwest Montana Building Industry Association (SWMBIA). Within SWMBIA, our Green Building Committee is committed to educating our members, the public, and collaborating with the many local stakeholders involved in green building science. Kay Bjork tries to live a sustain- able life on Swan Lake in a small house constructed in part with recycled, reused, and local materials and by living gently and treading lightly. While our association promotes the ICC 700 National Green Building Standard, we believe our builders and clients have several local options including LEED for homes, Northwest En- ergy Star, and programs supported by the DOE like HERS (Home Energy Rating System).” SADDLEHORN “For the Times of Your Life… and Theirs” SADDLEHORN is a truly unique family community overlooking Flathead Lake, the largest natural fresh water lake in the Western United States. It is located just 1 mile from Bigfork, Montana, one of the “50 Great Towns of the West.” SADDLEHORN residents enjoy full access to America’s outdoors, including a full marina, equestrian center, cabins and mountain trails. We are one of “10 Best New Projects.” SADDLEHORN “trail boss” concierge means easily arranged fly-fishing, rafting, biking, wilderness trips, Chuck Wagon dining and much, much more… SADDLEHORN has received major environmental recognition and is committed to sustainable design, build and operational excellence. www.distinctlymontana.com VISIT SADDLEHORN.COM FOR A FULL, FUN, FAMILY TOUR OR CALL JOHN PEARSON, RIVER BEND REALTY 406-837-1501 75 Fairway Living’ s

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