There are a lot of definitions out there, but Permaculture landscape design relies on systems that work with nature, not against it. It encompasses designing your house and property to achieve your basic needs in a highly efficient manner while providing a benefit, and no damage, to the environment.
At Eco-Building & Forestry, we provide consulting, design services and classes that cover the various elements of Permaculture, including:
Wind Generators - How to interpret the analysis of your site for wind generation, and what no one wants to tell you about wind generation systems;
Thermal Mass Fireplaces, Kangs, or Kachelofens - How to use one of the smartest home-heating devices available for cold climates;
Brick Ovens - How to take advantage of a healthy way to lose weight and entertain while preparing delicious food using twigs and other "waste" wood;
Solar Rooms - How to heat your house and still enjoy being inside in a cold climate;
Healthy Wood - How to find and use naturally rot-resistant wood where you live, and use those trees for a variety of outdoor projects and tools;
Edible Landscapes & Gardens - How to grow plants to feed your family with well-designed areas to add both beauty and function to your property;
Compost Toilets - How to design and construct units that avoid the use of water or electricity; and,
Sensible Water Use - How to use and reuse water from your roof or other places for grey water purposes, or outdoor showers, and still return it to the environment unpolluted.
Eco-Building & Forestry also offers professional assistance with protecting native vegetation during construction of your house, using native plants in your landscape design, improving timber stands, and protecting your landscape from wildlife damage. |
