At our blog you will find all the latest from our sustainable design architecture firm here in the Green Mountain state of Vermont. We will discuss how to "build green", keep your home and buildings energy efficient, and many of the design qualities that we like to implement in our designs - from design sketch and home layout all the way to reality.

Building green doesn't mean you have to live in a yurt off the grid or spend a fortune on high-tech special systems. Find out how Elizabeth Herrmann architecture + design worked with a couple to design a small house on a budget that is energy-efficient, low-maintenance and is a great place to live.

This past weekend, Elizabeth Herrmann architecture + design was pleased to have participated as an exhibitor in the second annual Green Energy Expo held in Middlebury, Vermont. The event, organized by Middlebury College, the Addison County Economic Development Corporation, Addison County Regional Planning Commission, Middlebury Area Global Warming Action Coalition, Addison County Chamber of Commerce, among other local businesses, focused on the theme of building sustainable homes and businesses.

When a growing family moved into their mid-19th century four-square house, they quickly discovered that the boxy plan and small, dark kitchen would not meet their needs. Elizabeth Herrmann architecture + design created a new kitchen and made other seemingly small changes that had a big and very positive impact on the way the family lives.

We've moved into our new studio office! (Same address, new location.) Our newly constructed office now occupies the spacious, light-filled second floor of a carriage barn building in historic Bristol.

Elizabeth Herrmann architecture + design welcomes summer intern, Serin Buck. Serin is a Mt. Abraham High School student interested in pursuing a career in architecture or environmental design. She is particularly interested in sustainable building practices. During the summer, she'll be assisting with projects and helping to expand and update our green products library. We're glad to have her with us.