Why Choose Us
Innovative Building and Design Practices
+high performance windows/doors
+climate zone specific building science
+optimal amount/right type of insulation
+passive heating and cooling
+building envelope
+right-size design
+zeroscaping
Emphasize minimal and zero energy use
+local materials/equipment
+materials with recycled content
+LED lighting
+real time energy monitoring
+waste water treatment
+low flow fixtures
+instant hot water
+geothermal heating/cooling
+battery storage
+electric vehicle charging
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A focus on health and wellness
A mindful approach to:
+comfort
+non-toxic materials/finishes
+healthy indoor air
+acoustics
+water filtration
+edible gardens
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Adopting stringent third-party programs
+HERS
+Energy Star Home
+Department of Energy Zero Ready Home
+Fortified For Safer Living
+LEED
+NGBS
+Passive House
+WELL Building Standard
+Living Building Challenge
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Homes & Buildings that help
pay for themselves
We value innovative building and design practices and solutions that emphasize minimal energy use and the health and wellness of individuals and families utilizing our spaces.
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We focus on zero energy, chemical free design that is resiliant and regenerative while restoring our natural ecosystems by adopting the most stringent third-party programs in the Living Building Challenge, Passive House, and the WELL Building Standard. Our goal is for every project to be socially just, culturally rich, and ecologically restorative.