Our Green Journey

We've been at this sustainability thing for a while now, and honestly? It's become more than just a buzzword for us

Sustainable building design

Why We're Kinda Obsessed With This

Look, when I started out in architecture back in the day, "green building" wasn't even really a thing people talked about. But after seeing how much energy buildings waste and the impact that has... I couldn't just ignore it anymore.

We're not gonna pretend we're perfect - there's always more to learn. But every project gives us a chance to push further, try something new, and hopefully leave things a bit better than we found 'em. That's what gets us up in the morning, y'know?

Our Timeline: How We Got Here

It's been a journey with some stumbles, but we're proud of where we've landed

1

2015 - The Wake-Up Call

Foundation

Started seriously researching passive design principles after a client asked why their energy bills were so high. That was embarrassing, honestly. Dove deep into thermal mass, orientation, and natural ventilation.

2

2017 - First LEED Project

Milestone

Got our first LEED Silver certification. The paperwork was brutal - not gonna lie - but seeing how much less energy that building used compared to traditional designs? Worth it. Started offering this as a dedicated service.

3

2019 - Materials Revolution

Innovation

Partnered with local suppliers for reclaimed timber and low-carbon concrete alternatives. Found this amazing salvage yard that's become our go-to spot. Now we specify recycled content in basically everything we design.

4

2021 - Net-Zero Commitment

Major Shift

Made the call to aim for net-zero energy on all new builds where the budget allows. It's ambitious, sure, but we've learned you gotta set the bar high. Completed three net-zero residential projects that year.

5

2023 - Circular Design Focus

Evolution

Started designing buildings with their eventual disassembly in mind. Sounds weird, but it means future generations can reuse materials instead of sending 'em to landfills. Also finally got our Passive House certification - that exam was no joke.

Today & Tomorrow

Ongoing

We're now working with biomimicry principles, exploring hemp-based building materials, and pushing for regenerative design - buildings that actually give back to their environment. There's always something new to try.

Certifications & Street Cred

The official stamps that prove we're not just talking a good game

LEED Accredited

Professional certification since 2017

Verified
Passive House

Certified designer 2023

Verified
Green Building Council

Member since 2016

Active
Net Zero Specialist

Trained & practicing since 2021

Certified

Real Numbers From Our Projects

We're data nerds when it comes to measuring impact. Here's what we've actually achieved across our portfolio:

Energy Reduction 68%
avg vs traditional
Water Conservation 52%
reduction achieved
Recycled Materials Used 41%
by content
Carbon Offset 85%
compared to baseline

*Averaged across 37 completed projects from 2017-2024, measured against regional building code minimums

Sustainable architecture metrics

Wanna Build Something That Matters?

Let's chat about how we can make your project sustainable without compromising on design or blowing your budget. We've learned a few tricks over the years.

Get In Touch

Stuff We're Working On Right Now

Embodied Carbon Calculator

Building our own tool to track the full carbon footprint of materials from extraction through construction. Should be ready by Q3 2024.

Community Education

Running free workshops on sustainable home upgrades at the local community center. Next one's in three weeks if you're interested.

Regenerative Design Research

Partnering with UBC to study how buildings can actively improve air quality and local ecosystems. Early results look promising.

Material Reuse Network

Creating a database of local suppliers and salvage yards. Tired of seeing perfectly good materials get tossed during renovations.