While most projects start by demolishing the original structure, releasing tons of embodied carbon emissions and contributing to climate change, nwBuilt chose a different path. They partnered with Nickel Bros to relocate the site’s original 730-square-foot bungalow, giving it a second life as an affordable home on Lopez Island.

This award-winning TC Legend house is the 20,000th project certified by Built Green. As a 5-Star and Net Zero Energy certified home, it exemplifies how the Built Green program’s influence has grown and has been incentivizing sustainable building across Western Washington.

We are planning our annual Built Green Conference and we invite YOU to submit a proposal for a breakout session! The May 21 deadline is fast approaching. Our Built Green community is buzzing with subject-matter experts and practitioners who can share their stories and experiences with the rest of the community. If you are reading this, you are one of them!