A few facts:
- The average American spends 90% of his/her day indoors. The average indoor air is 10 times more polluted than outdoor air.
- Building accounts for 40% of the raw materials used globally.
- Building contributes to 50% of greenhouse gas and 50% of the agents of acid rain.
Our firm understands our clients’ desires to use sustainable products in their interiors. Additionally, the tight construction used in today’s building is great for energy efficiency, but consequently it does not allow many biological impurities to escape. It is becoming increasingly important to use no-VOC (variable organic compound) paints and to use fabrics, carpets, and wood stains with limited off-gassing.
Gibson Design Group is always researching sustainable and green interior design products to better assist our clients. Our goal is to let our clients know that these options exist and to be as educated as possible about the pros and cons of sustainable and green product choices.