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 prioritize minimizing waste and following our green purchasing policy.

Read more on how we measure our sustainability:

Sustainability Action Plan

Featured Sustainable Projects

• LEED Gold Certified
• 49 HERS rating
• Geothermal heating and cooling
 Fern Grove New Construction See More • 106.3 tons of embodied carbon conserved
• Reduced electricity use with extensive daylighting
• Biophilic interior design elements throughout Eagle's Nest Outfitters Commercial Renovation See More • SIPs and cavity insulation at the roof
• High-efficiency geothermal heating & cooling
• Triple-pane windows provide superior insulative value Meadow Creek Farmhouse New Construction See More • 1,103 tons of embodied carbon conserved
• 21.7kw solar array
• Location encourages pedestrian & transit usage 52 Broadway Renovation Commercial Renovation See More • Extensive stormwater systems protect surrounding soil
• Minimized ecological impact with minimal footprint
• HERS 63 & EnergyStar rated
 Spruce Ridge Cabin New Construction See More Eagles Nest Outfitters (ENO) headquarters architectural renovation project in WNC Meadow Creek Mountain Modern Farm House Exterior Front Custom Screen Mill Spring Modern Farmhouse Kitchen Window Spruce-Ridge-Cabin-Pedestrian-Bridge Fontana Lake House modern architectural residential design project Craven Gap Twilight Exterior

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.