At HavenCraft, we believe that ecologically friendly practices can, and should be used in the construction of just about any building, whether it's standard 2x6 construction or alternative construction. There's always room for a little "green" in any building and even the small steps are still steps forward nonetheless.
Our Guiding Principles
- use of materials with lower embodied energy, the energy used to produce them,
- use of materials with the lowest possible toxicity, natural being the best,
- attention to sealing all points of air migration, and controlling air exchange,
- attention to vapour migration,
- adding the highest R-values possible,
- attention to craftsmanship and details,
- mechanical systems with the highest efficiency and comfort levels,
- use of passive technologies for natural lighting, heating, and cooling,
- efficient use of materials, reducing waste and excess,
- keeping site disturbance to a minimum.
