Comments on: The Not So Mighty McMansion. RIP.

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Wed, 09 Nov 2011 17:02:51 +0000

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Tue, 14 Dec 2010 20:51:24 +0000

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By: Luanne Bradley

Luanne Bradley — Mon, 27 Sep 2010 15:20:27 +0000

Interesting topic – which I have been researching as well. I have been looking at mid-century homes lately, which morph into great eco boxes. Only problem with some of the old “classic” construction was the asbestos and other nasty stuff used routinely. Luckily, the new sensible structures are clean. Some McMansions are actually constructed well, such as the gated homes in Calabasas and other suburbs of California, but in theory, they all do damage because they inherently spell big usage, as you pointed out in this fun post.

By: Kate

Kate — Sat, 25 Sep 2010 00:47:57 +0000

Thank goodness!! Coming from the Midwest where you can get lost in streets of identical McMansions sprawling suburban neighborhoods like “The Willows” and “Blue Springs Way”, I am happy to see the McMansion die. But “they’re so cheap,” everyone says! “Think of what you’re getting for the price!” No thank you. Recycling/renovating old houses and building more eco-friendly homes is one of the best ways to show your love for the environment. Great article!

By: smilinggreenmom

smilinggreenmom — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 22:22:10 +0000

This is one of the best posts I have ever read my green friend! Love it. We own a home that is 980 sq ft and it is just fine. We have what we need and what we want! I wouldn’t mind a bit if it was 980 sq feet of log cabin on some land with a garden – but we are simple peeps – and that feels great! Love your post!