Building With Nature, Not Against It

We've been doing this sustainability thing since before it was cool. Growing up in these mountains, you learn pretty quick that nature's gonna win every time - so why not work with it?

Our Impact Since 2010

87%

Carbon Reduction

42

LEED Projects

3.2M

kWh Saved Annually

100%

FSC Materials
Sustainable mountain building
Our Philosophy

Honest Architecture

Look, we're not here to slap solar panels on everything and call it a day. Real sustainability means thinking about the whole picture - from where we source our timber to how a building's gonna age over the next hundred years.

Every project starts with the land itself. We spend weeks just walking the site, watching how light moves, where water flows naturally, how wind patterns shift through the seasons. Sounds simple, but you'd be surprised how many folks skip this part.

The mountains taught us that the best designs are the ones you barely notice - they just feel right, like they've always been there.

Our Certifications & Standards

We don't just talk green - we've got the paperwork to prove it

LEED Accredited

Gold & Platinum level certifications across residential and commercial projects

Passive House

Certified designers pushing energy efficiency to its absolute limits

Living Building

Challenge certified - yeah, we're a bit obsessed with going beyond basic standards

Net Zero Ready

All new designs meet or exceed net-zero energy consumption goals

Materials That Matter

We're picky about what goes into our buildings - and we've got good reasons

Reclaimed Timber

100% FSC-certified or salvaged from local demo sites. There's something special about wood that's already lived one life - it's got character you can't fake.

Carbon-negative
Local Stone

Quarried within 100km when possible. Lower transport emissions, supports local economy, and honestly - it just looks better when materials are from the same region.

Low embodied energy
Natural Insulation

Sheep's wool, cellulose, hemp - sounds hippie, works amazing. These materials breathe, regulate moisture, and don't off-gas chemicals for years.

VOC-free
Low-VOC Finishes

Natural oils, water-based stains, mineral paints. Your building shouldn't smell like a chemistry lab - we want clients moving in day one, not waiting weeks.

Health-first
Recycled Steel

Structural steel from recycled content - typically 90%+ post-consumer. Strong, durable, and way less energy-intensive than virgin production.

90% recycled
High-Performance Glass

Triple-pane, argon-filled where it counts. Mountain views are non-negotiable, but so is keeping heat in during February. We find the balance.

R-7+ rating
Energy efficient building systems

Energy Systems That Actually Work

Solar Integration

We're not big fans of roofs that look like science experiments. Our solar setups blend in - sometimes you won't even spot them. Average system offsets 85% of energy needs.

Geothermal Heating

Ground's always 10C down there - might as well use it. Initial cost's higher but pays back in 7-10 years. Plus, no noisy outdoor units ruining the peace.

Passive Ventilation

Old-school physics still works. Strategic window placement and thermal chimneys keep air moving naturally. Cuts HVAC usage by 40% in shoulder seasons.

Rainwater Harvesting

BC gets plenty of rain - waste not, right? Systems range from simple barrels to full greywater treatment. Average client saves 40,000 liters annually.

Real Numbers

Environmental Impact Dashboard

We track everything because what gets measured gets improved. Here's what we've accomplished across all active projects this year.

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2,847 tons

CO2 Avoided Annually

Equivalent to 620 cars off the road

18.4M liters

Water Conserved

7 Olympic pools worth

94%

Construction Waste Diverted

Industry average is 35%

68%

Local Material Sourcing

Within 250km radius
Forest conservation
Giving Back

Forest Offset Program

For every project we complete, we fund the protection of 0.5 hectares of old-growth forest through local conservation groups. It's not about offsetting guilt - it's about leaving things better than we found them.

So far we've helped protect over 21 hectares right here in BC. That's real trees, real habitat, real impact.

21+ hectares protected since 2010

Ready to Build Something Better?

Let's chat about how sustainable design can work for your project. No greenwashing, no compromises on quality - just honest architecture that makes sense.

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