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Taylor Studios Goes Green

It never made much sense to design and build natural history exhibits using environmentally harsh products. Therefore, Taylor Studios created a database of commonly used products and the green alternatives that exist. In our designs, we can spec environmentally friendly options for many line items. Several of our exhibit projects were in buildings that were LEED certified so we have experience working within those guidelines. The committee that compiled the database also looks into more ways to be environmentally friendly around the office. We try to use conference calls and video conferences in place of face-to-face meetings, when appropriate, as to not increase our carbon footprint.

Furthering our commitment to the environment, we purchased the former Wal-Mart building in Rantoul in 2007. Taylor Mart, as we call it, is home to our production department. Eventually, our offices will be relocated to that building as well. We plan on removing most of the blacktop and planting a prairie area at some point, too. The highlight of our preservation efforts, however, is our company nature preserve. The property has a wide range of natural habitats, including old growth forest, new growth forest, grasslands, and an in-progress prairie area along the scenic Middlefork River.