 | Reducing toxic emissions
reason Our green building practices reduce the introduction of VOC's during the building process and educate homeowners on use of non-toxic cleaners, fertilizers and pesticides. |
 | Minimizing use of non-renewables
reason We select resource efficient materials for structural and finish elements. |
 | Using sustainably produced material
reason Yes. Rapidly renewable materials and ag based products are used in substitution whenever feasible. |
 | Reducing waste
reason We optimize design, practice framing techniques to reduce material usage and encourage better design for a smaller home. |
 | Using local raw materials
reason Timber, flooring and trim material from local forests and mills, local natural stone, and a practice to buy local in all facets. |
 | Conserving energy
reason Green built homes use 40% less energy on average than code built homes. |
 | Conserving natural resources
reason Natural resource protection and regeneration is practiced. Water resource efficiency is integral to the guiding principles of green building. |
 | Promoting Renewable Energy Sources
reason Both in construction and provide information to homeowners to purchase green power. |
 | Preserving wildlife habitat
reason Both development practices and single lot projects work towards preserving open space and and protecting native areas of vegetation. |
 | Energy efficient equipment
reason Both in construction and in equipment choices. |
 | Recycling program
reason Yes. On and off site for projects and in internal office practices. |
 | Recycled promotional products
reason Yes, all paper, supplies, client binders, job site binders, project manuals from recycled content material. |
 | Donating to non-profits
reason Both through in kind and sponsorships supporting local and state green build programs, local housing authority, Habitat, Sustainability council. etc. |
 | Maintaining open space
reason Both development practices and single lot projects work towards preserving open space. |
 | Using sustainable building designs
reason We build only certified green homes, encompassing all of the guiding principles of green building. We utilize internal recycling and sustainable practices for office operation. ECO Star Award Recipient 2008 |
 | Employee benefits program
reason Employer subsidized health, matching retirement accounts, sick and vacation pay. |
 | Contributing to local tax base
reason Significantly |
