After: Students in the 5-day certification class snap their "After" photos using the iPad Air2 that they received free with the class tuition.
Example of a mid-sized enclosed light wood floor living room design in Phoenix with a music area and green walls

A modern, yet traditionally inspired SW Portland home with sweeping views of Mount Hood features an exposed timber frame core reclaimed from a local rail yard building. A welcoming exterior entrance canopy continues inside to the foyer and piano area before vaulting above the living room. A ridge skylight illuminates the central space and the loft beyond. The elemental materials of stone, bronze, Douglas Fir, Maple, Western Redcedar. and Walnut carry on a tradition of northwest architecture influenced by Japanese/Asian sensibilities. Mindful of saving energy and resources, this home was outfitted with PV panels and a geothermal mechanical system, contributing to a high performing envelope efficient enough to achieve several sustainability honors. The main home received LEED Gold Certification and the adjacent ADU LEED Platinum Certification, and both structures received Earth Advantage Platinum Certification. Photo by: David Papazian Photography

Whole-House Sustainable Remodel and addition. The client-oriented design also achieved USGBC LEED Platinum Certification- fifth in the nation, first in the state of Michigan. Reevaluating and prioritizing true space needs and rethinking the floor plan allowed us to eliminate the formal places of the home and instead integrate those that really mattered to the homeowner- such as a unique Bike Staging area/mud room!

Christine Rae
Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless enclosed carpeted family room remodel in Raleigh with yellow walls, a standard fireplace, a brick fireplace and a tv stand

CompassHaus has a HERS rating of 2. It qualifies as a ZeroEnergy Home. It is certified Energy Star and is awaiting LEED Platinum certification. It is a modern waterfront masterpiece. The architect was Jonathan Parks Architects. The Interior Design was Pam Holladay. Green rating by Two Trails. Staging by iStage. Photos by Ryan Gamma

Fine art canvas print from the Marmont Hill Art Collective. Professionally hand stretched. Gallery wrapped in sustainable, non-warping wood. Arrives ready to hang. Made in the USA. Includes a certificate of authenticity.

Gallery wall for a client in the financial/investment industry. Vintage metal subway signs, NYSE post cards, old stock certificates, New Yorker covers, etc, were framed and hung. Photo by: Lindsay MacRae

Ryan Garvin
Example of a transitional medium tone wood floor and brown floor nursery design in Orange County with white walls

Green building projects require materials with clear sourcing, certification, and documentation. We supply FSC-certified wood, SCS-audited and fully traceable from forest to mill. ??

A modern, yet traditionally inspired SW Portland home with sweeping views of Mount Hood features an exposed timber frame core reclaimed from a local rail yard building. A welcoming exterior entrance canopy continues inside to the foyer and piano area before vaulting above the living room. A ridge skylight illuminates the central space and the loft beyond. The elemental materials of stone, bronze, Douglas Fir, Maple, Western Redcedar. and Walnut carry on a tradition of northwest architecture influenced by Japanese/Asian sensibilities. Mindful of saving energy and resources, this home was outfitted with PV panels and a geothermal mechanical system, contributing to a high performing envelope efficient enough to achieve several sustainability honors. The main home received LEED Gold Certification and the adjacent ADU LEED Platinum Certification, and both structures received Earth Advantage Platinum Certification. Photo by: David Papazian Photography

A modern, yet traditionally inspired SW Portland home with sweeping views of Mount Hood features an exposed timber frame core reclaimed from a local rail yard building. A welcoming exterior entrance canopy continues inside to the foyer and piano area before vaulting above the living room. A ridge skylight illuminates the central space and the loft beyond. The elemental materials of stone, bronze, Douglas Fir, Maple, Western Redcedar. and Walnut carry on a tradition of northwest architecture influenced by Japanese/Asian sensibilities. Mindful of saving energy and resources, this home was outfitted with PV panels and a geothermal mechanical system, contributing to a high performing envelope efficient enough to achieve several sustainability honors. The main home received LEED Gold Certification and the adjacent ADU LEED Platinum Certification, and both structures received Earth Advantage Platinum Certification. Photo by: David Papazian Photography

Snow Birch Cabinets with French Grey Island Kitchen Alice Cabinetry Product, sold through a partner network of contractors, retailers, designers, and builders, is featured using low-VOC Sherwin-Williams waterborne UV finishes, factory pre-assembled coated drawer dovetail, and other great causes. All the Alice Cabinetry products are certified by The GREENGUARD GOLD certification program. Alice cabinetry products meets the California Air Resources Board’s certification. CARB 2 labeling indicating compliance is on each box and product. Also, Alice Cabinetry is proud to be a member of NKBA. Interior design by Xin Cai （Pristine Design） Cabinets design by Demetra Cabinetry with Cabinets from Alice Cabinetry. Photo by Kacii Niu

Green building projects require materials with clear sourcing, certification, and documentation. We supply FSC-certified wood, SCS-audited and fully traceable from forest to mill. ??

Elegant porch photo in New York

Another requirement of the Backyard Habitate Certification was a selective list of plants, proven to be favorites of local bird life. Many are natives and others meet other plant characteristics allowed. Japanese Forest Grass, a variety of ferns, Snowberry, Bleeding Heart and the like call out to to those soaring overhead. Photography by: Joe Hollowell

This modern, waterfront, Seattle home received a 4 Star Built Green certification. © Cindy Apple Photography
Inspiration for a modern entryway remodel in Seattle

A modern, yet traditionally inspired SW Portland home with sweeping views of Mount Hood features an exposed timber frame core reclaimed from a local rail yard building. A welcoming exterior entrance canopy continues inside to the foyer and piano area before vaulting above the living room. A ridge skylight illuminates the central space and the loft beyond. The elemental materials of stone, bronze, Douglas Fir, Maple, Western Redcedar. and Walnut carry on a tradition of northwest architecture influenced by Japanese/Asian sensibilities. Mindful of saving energy and resources, this home was outfitted with PV panels and a geothermal mechanical system, contributing to a high performing envelope efficient enough to achieve several sustainability honors. The main home received LEED Gold Certification and the adjacent ADU LEED Platinum Certification, and both structures received Earth Advantage Platinum Certification. Photo by: David Papazian Photography

Example of a mid-sized 1960s light wood floor and brown floor great room design in Seattle with white walls and no fireplace