Creating positive outcomes for
people and the planet
Creating positive outcomes for
people and the planet
Human activity will continue to influence the health of our world. Climate change, air and water quality, and the state of natural resources are all impacted by our decisions. Motivated by our love and a sense of duty to current and future generations, we are committed to providing opportunities that will have a positive environmental impact.
Human activity will continue to influence the health of our world. Climate change, air and water quality, and the state of natural resources are all impacted by our decisions. Motivated by our love and a sense of duty to current and future generations, we are committed to providing opportunities that will have a positive environmental impact.
Mass Timber Design
That Revolutionizes the Industry
Carbon12 set a new standard for what’s possible in sustainable development in the United States. At 85 feet tall and 8 stories high, Carbon12 is one of the tallest cross-laminated timber buildings in the country. Our team worked with city and state officials to waive restrictive codes limiting the height of wood buildings, making Carbon12 and future tall wood buildings possible in the US.
Cross-Laminated Timber
That Reduces Carbon Emissions
On a shared site, McLoughlin Middle School and Marshall Elementary School use locally sourced Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) to integrate efficient structural spans with natural textures, and to reduce the building’s impact on global warming. Transparent window walls bridge between wings of the building and punctuate main street corridors, creating direct visual access to nature and enhancing a multi-sensory experience that supports a calm, relaxed, and environmentally conscious learning environment.
Biophilic Design
That Heals Communities
The Vancouver Plaza Neighborhood Clinic was designed with recognition that individual's mental and physical health is supported by a connection to the natural environment. The intentional use of daylight, biomorphic textures, indoor plants, and regional landscape artwork provides a sense of place and meaningful connection to the community the building serves.
Resource Conservation
That Supports Ecosystems
As an essential part of Columbia Credit Union's operations, the building uses visually expressive features that have a measurable impact on performance, including draught tolerant native plants, rainwater harvesting, and photovoltaic solar panels.
LEED Certified Buildings
That Raise the Bar
In keeping with the Vancouver Waterfront’s commitment to sustainable community and innovation, RiverWest was awarded LEED Platinum® Certification by the US Green Building Council; a first of its kind in Vancouver, WA for the Multifamily Midrise classification.
Energy Efficient Systems
That Create Long-Term Savings
Breaking away from a traditional school gym, the iTech Prep turfnasium supports year-round, outdoor learning, while simultaneously reducing heating and cooling loads on the building. Integrated within the overall building form and opening towards a pastoral landscape, mesh screen walls allow fresh air to flow through the space while protecting students from the elements.
