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Author: Nadim Miah
September 13, 2024 Blog by Nadim Miah 0 Comments

The Impact of Energy-Efficient Design on Long-Term Home Value

In the pursuit of sustainable living, energy-efficient homes are the holy grail, and for good reason; they offer so many benefits that go way beyond lower utility bills. This blog looks at how energy-efficient design, particularly through Passive House design, adds value to your home in the long term.

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Rob Nicely

President & Partner

Rob studied art at the University of California, Davis and has been in the construction industry since 1980. His rare combination of technical expertise and artistic sensibility enables him to provide a unique and exceptional experience for clients. As president, Rob leads by example. He is dedicated to the highest standards of quality and customer service, and to using the latest techniques and technologies to create environmentally mindful homes.
Rob is a Certified Green Building Professional (Build It Green) and Certified Passive House Consultant (Passive House Institute). He has served on the Passive House California board of directors since January 2018. Over the years Rob has garnered several accreditations. He participates in a variety of advocacy efforts, all focused on improving the quality of homes that Carmel Building & Design produces and increasing the ecological sustainability of the building industry in general. In his leisure time, Rob enjoys sculpting and painting.