^{_{Green sustainable design of a building starts at the beginning of the design process. The buildings orientation and position upon the land for the benefit of natural occurring breezes and passive solar penetration along with the consideration of site issues and views; while implementing the owner's program requirements is a complex puzzle. It sounds easy but the first part of the design process is multifaceted and the most important of all. If this part of the design process is hurried later there can be major problems with a variety of construction issues. Once a building is erected on the site without thought to sustainable site needs; then it becomes more of an issue on how to retrofit the building to minimize the consumption of energy.}}

^{_{Important studies have shown that school children learn better in natural light and workers have less sick days in a green environment, thus living green increases the green in our pockets by saving us sick days, doctor visits and by having low utility bills.}}

^{_{Once the building location has been determined then we can begin to choose the finishes and building systems. This can play an important role in the occupant's health and wellbeing. Plenty of fresh air and sun light and materials low in VOC's help to generate a safe environment for families and employees alike. Then by adding optional systems for the generation of power like photovoltaic-solar panels, wind turbines and solar hot water along with rain water harvesting from the roof; the structure then begins to work with the seasons rather than against them. The structure becomes a partner in living a sustainable life.}}