Building Tomorrow, Preserving Today

Look, we're not gonna pretend sustainability is just some checkbox. It's literally how we think about every single project that comes through our doors. Been doing this long enough to know that green building isn't a trend - it's the only way forward.

Our Impact Since 2015

2.4M kWh

Energy Saved Annually

890K Liters

Water Conserved Yearly

1,250 Tonnes

CO2 Reduction

What Sustainability Actually Means to Us

Honestly? It's more than solar panels and recycled materials (though we love both).

Long-Term Thinking

We design buildings that'll still make sense in 50 years. Not chasing whatever's trendy - thinking about how spaces adapt, how materials age, and yeah, how they eventually get reused or recycled.

Community First

A sustainable building doesn't mean much if nobody wants to be in it. We create spaces where people actually thrive - better air quality, natural light, connections to nature. That's the stuff that matters.

Real Performance

We track everything - energy use, water consumption, indoor air quality. Not because we have to, but because you can't improve what you don't measure. Our buildings perform better than the models predict, and we've got the data to prove it.

Material Honesty

Every material we spec, we know where it comes from and where it's going. Local timber, reclaimed steel, low-VOC finishes - it's all part of understanding the full lifecycle impact.

Certifications & Recognition

LEED AP Accredited

Multiple team members certified in green building design

Passive House Certified

Completed 8 projects meeting strict energy standards

Net Zero Ready

Designing for zero carbon operations by 2030

WELL Building Standard

Focus on occupant health and wellness

Why Certifications Matter (Sometimes)

Here's the thing - certifications are great benchmarks, but they're not the whole story. We've seen projects chase points without actually being sustainable, y'know?

That said, LEED and Passive House standards push us to be better. They create accountability and give clients confidence that we're not just talking green - we're building it.

Our approach? Use these frameworks as guides, but never let the pursuit of a plaque compromise actual performance. Sometimes the most sustainable choice isn't the one that scores points.

Fun fact: Our average project achieves 35% better energy performance than code requirements, even when not pursuing certification.

Projects That Walk the Walk

Real buildings, real results, real impact.

RESIDENTIAL

Cedar Ridge Residence

Single-family home that's been operating at net-zero for three years now. The owners actually get rebate checks from BC Hydro instead of bills most months.

94%

Energy Reduction

78%

Water Savings

Solar PV + battery storage

Rainwater harvesting system

Reclaimed wood throughout

COMMERCIAL

Greenleaf Commons

Mixed-use development that proved sustainable design doesn't have to cost more. Actually came in under budget and tenant satisfaction scores are through the roof.

LEED Gold

Certified 2023

62%

Less Energy Use

Green roof with native plants

Natural ventilation design

EV charging infrastructure

HERITAGE RESTORATION

Maritime Warehouse Conversion

Turned a 1920s warehouse into modern live-work studios. Kept the character, added serious efficiency. This one's special because adaptive reuse is inherently sustainable.

85%

Materials Salvaged

450T

CO2 Avoided

Original timber structure preserved

High-performance envelope retrofit

Geothermal heating/cooling

Our Toolkit

Passive Solar Design

Orientation, window placement, thermal mass - using the sun's energy without any moving parts. Works every time, costs nothing to operate.

Natural Ventilation

When you understand airflow, you don't need AC as much. Strategic window placement and stack effect can do wonders, especially in Vancouver's climate.

Water Management

Rainwater capture, greywater reuse, low-flow fixtures. In BC, we've got plenty of rain - might as well use it smart.

High-Performance Envelope

Triple-glazed windows, continuous insulation, airtight construction. The boring stuff that makes the biggest difference in energy bills.

Material Selection

Local sourcing when possible, low embodied carbon, durability over cheap. We've got relationships with suppliers who get it.

Biophilic Integration

Connecting people with nature isn't just nice - it's essential. Green walls, natural materials, views to landscape. Makes spaces people actually want to be in.

Cumulative Impact Dashboard

Numbers from our completed projects over the past decade

47

Green Projects Completed

68%

Avg. Energy Reduction

54%

Avg. Water Savings

3,200T

CO2 Offset Annually

What These Numbers Actually Mean

That CO2 offset? It's equivalent to taking about 690 cars off the road for a year. The energy savings could power roughly 220 homes annually.

But here's what matters more - every single one of these buildings is lived in or worked in by real people who notice the difference. Better air, more natural light, lower bills. That's the real impact.

Want to Learn More?

We're pretty open about our processes and what we've learned along the way. Sustainable design works better when more people understand it.

Sustainability Guide 2025

Our latest insights on green building in the Vancouver region