Building Green, Living Better

Look, we're not gonna pretend sustainability is just a nice-to-have anymore. It's literally the foundation of everything we do here. Been that way since day one, and honestly, we can't imagine designing any other way.

Sustainable Architecture

Our Environmental Commitment

We've spent years figuring out what actually works vs. what just sounds good on paper. These aren't aspirations - they're the measurable results we're hitting on our projects right now.

42%

Average energy reduction across our completed projects

38%

Water consumption decrease through smart systems

85%

Construction waste diverted from landfills

12

LEED certified projects delivered since 2020

Green Building Design

How We Actually Do It

There's no magic formula here - just a ton of careful planning, material research, and staying obsessed with the details. Every project starts with understanding the site's unique characteristics and then working with them, not against them.

Passive Design First

We orient buildings to maximize natural light and airflow before adding any mechanical systems. It's old-school thinking that saves modern energy bills.

Material Transparency

We dig into the actual supply chains. Where stuff comes from matters just as much as what it's made of. Local suppliers get preference when quality matches.

Systems Integration

Smart HVAC, rainwater harvesting, solar panels - they all need to work together seamlessly. We test and model everything before construction starts.

Carbon Footprint Breakdown

Here's what we're tracking on every build. These numbers represent typical office buildings we've completed in the Vancouver area over the past three years.

Embodied Carbon

Structural Materials 45%
Finishes & Fixtures 30%
Transportation 25%

We've reduced embodied carbon by 32% through strategic material selection and local sourcing.

Operational Energy

HVAC Systems 40%
Lighting & Plugs 35%
Hot Water 25%

Heat recovery ventilation and smart controls drop these numbers significantly over baseline code requirements.

Resource Management

Water Use Reduction 38%
Waste Diversion Rate 85%
Recycled Content 42%

Low-flow fixtures and rainwater collection systems make a bigger difference than most people realize.

Real Projects, Real Impact

Commercial Project
West End Commercial Hub

LEED Gold | 47% energy reduction | Net-zero ready

Residential Project
Kitsilano Multi-Family

Passive House certified | 89% heating reduction

The Stuff We're Working On Right Now

Sustainability isn't a static target - the tech and methods keep evolving. Here's what's keeping us busy lately:

  • Mass timber construction: Cross-laminated timber (CLT) is changing the game for mid-rise buildings. Way lower carbon footprint than concrete and steel, plus it looks incredible.
  • Biophilic design integration: Not just sticking plants everywhere - we're talking about fundamental connections between indoor spaces and natural systems. It affects wellbeing more than most realize.
  • Solar thermal + PV hybrid systems: Combining hot water and electricity generation on the same roof. The efficiency gains are kinda wild when you get the sizing right.
  • Greywater recycling: Reusing shower and sink water for toilets and irrigation. The regulations are finally catching up in BC, which is huge.

Let's Talk About Your Green Building Project

Whether you're looking for LEED certification, net-zero energy, or just wanna make sure your project isn't contributing to the problem - we've got the experience to make it happen.

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Certifications & Standards We Work With

LEED AP

Passive House

Net Zero Ready

Living Building