Responsible Materials
Making homes ultra-energy efficient means we need to pay even more attention to the materials we put in them. That ‘new car smell’ is really pretty bad for you. Fortunately there are now many options for low VOC paints and carpets, low-formaldehyde sheathing and cabinets, even playground-friendly decay-resistant lumber.
We encourage use of materials that are locally sourced, rapidly renewable reused/recycled or harvested under stricter guidelines, all to help protect our natural resources, including your health and comfort.



