For the past eight years, it has used only recycled, reclaimed timbers that are harvested from deconstructed industrial buildings. The company even uses the shavings from its planing operation for animal bedding and mulch.
Any leftover scrap is used to heat the shop.
The company's concern for the natural preservation of the environment starts with the design process. As a result, the company is able to minimize waste production. The homes are enclosed with super-insulated structural panels and exceed the industry standard for strength. Window and door openings are factored during the design process, eliminating waste at the factory, and dumpster fees on the job site. The homes consistently outperform conventionally framed homes in terms of energy use for heating and cooling, and in turn, energy efficiency savings are passed on to the timber frame homeowner.