Green Building

We practice sustainability through the performance of our buildings, the operations of our business, and advocacy for the causes we believe in.

We believe architects have the responsibility to create beautiful spaces and provide solutions to climate change and the challenges our communities face. Our buildings, our businesses, and our voices must be part of the solution towards a better tomorrow for everyone.

Our projects must be energy efficient, protect our mountain landscape, and support the health of our community.

Our staff volunteers, sponsors, and shows up for causes that support our community and our planet.

Our business operations are net zero electricity, minimize waste, and follow our green purchasing policy.

Read more on how we measure our sustainability:

Sustainability Action Plan

Featured Sustainable Projects

Green Building Services

We embrace sustainability as a comprehensive approach to long-term environmental and social planning. Our design services include a wide range of tools, from traditional to leading-edge techniques, resulting in resilient and timeless projects.

  • Existing Building Assessments
  • Land Feasibility and Assessments
  • Climate Resilience Assessments
  • Embodied Carbon Calculations
  • Daylighting Modeling
  • Biophilic Design
  • Energy Modeling & Performance Testing
  • Renewable Energy & Battery Storage
  • Passive Solar Design
Architects have a unique responsibility to be stewards of our natural and built environment. The design, construction, and operations of our buildings have huge implications for our environment and personal health.

Blog Post

Altura’s Commitment to Sustainable Design

Sustainability Certification Programs

Sustainable Certification EnergyStar

EnergyStar

All Altura Architects residences are designed to achieve this standard.

Sustainable Certification GBA

Green Built Homes

WNC-specific program addressing all aspects of environmental design.

Sustainble Certification LFH

LEED for Homes

LEED is the leading program for green buildings worldwide.

Sustainable Certification Phius

Phius

Phius focuses on building comfortable, healthy, super-energy-efficient structures.

Sustainable Certification LBC

Living Building Challenge

Full certification is the world’s most rigorous standard for green building.