LIVABLE HOME DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION IN PORTLAND, OR
Thoughtful building practices are an integral part of how we do business. We believe that custom, livable design means using higher quality materials that are durable and longer lasting. Homes built with these principles in mind not only improve your quality of life but also preserve our natural resources. EcoCraft builds lasting, comfortable homes that embrace natural beauty.
QUALITY BUILDING MATERIALS FROM FLOORS TO WINDOWS TO INSULATION
Reduce operating costs
Your livable home will maintain more stable temperatures thanks to high-quality windows and insulation, eliminating drafts and temperature fluctuations. Additionally, using superior building materials not only enhances livability but also promotes sustainability. Your home’s efficient heating and cooling equipment and water fixtures will reduce energy consumption and lower utility bills, making it both comfortable and eco-friendly.
Increase health and comfort
Livable home design prioritizes occupant wellness by incorporating active design, maximizing natural light, reducing noise, regulating temperature, and integrating outdoor elements. Using high-quality, durable materials, we create homes that enhance your daily living experience while also being mindful of environmental impact.
Improve indoor air quality
The air you breathe inside your home will be fresh and clean thanks to natural and nontoxic materials, finishes, and paints that don’t off-gas volatile organic compounds (VOCs) Even more, efficient ventilation systems can be installed to capture allergens and other particulates.
Sustainable homes are built in a way that is meant to improve their insulation, helping them to maintain a stable temperature inside even during the most extreme temperature variations.
High-quality windows, doors, insulation, and building materials mean that you will not be subjected to pesky drafts and temperature fluctuations throughout the day. This also has the added benefit of reducing your energy bills, as your systems won’t be working unnecessarily hard to maintain the set temperature.
READY TO TEST YOUR SUSTAINABLE, CUSTOM BUILDING KNOWLEDGE?
Answer true or false to the following
GREEN BUILDINGS LOOK STRANGE
False! Green buildings don’t have to be yurts and they’re certainly not just for treehuggers. Sustainable buildings are mainstream and surprisingly traditional looking. From sleek modern commercial buildings to beautiful conventional-looking houses, green building is for everyone.
CUSTOM HOMES ARE MORE EXPENSIVE
False! Some building materials may cost more upfront, but others do not. Either way, your custom home will cost less to operate and maintain, and certain elements may have a longer lifespan. You don’t have to pick the most expensive options, either. Sure, solar panels are efficient, but there are plenty of other great ways to incorporate energy efficiency into your home that won’t break the bank.
SUSTAINABLE BUILDING DOESN'T WORK
False! The science behind green building materials and techniques have evolved over the decades. Today’s green building products are of equal or higher quality than conventional products and the energy efficiency behind many standard practices is indisputable.