Keith Alward
780 San Luis Road
Berkeley, CA 94707
510.527.6498
keith@alwardconstruction.com
Qualifications:
An award-winning residential remodeling firm, Alward Construction has been licensed (#553544) since 1989 and was one of the first Bay Area firms to become a NARI Certified Green Builder.
Description:
Alward Construction seeks to incorporate reuse, recycling and green building products into every restoration or remodeling project they do.
Artful Construction
Lee Tollefsrud
301 Chadbourne Way
Oakland, CA 94619
510.530.1402
Artfully@earthlink.net
Qualifications:
Licensed General Contractor ADPSR Member.
Description:
Sustainable Residential Remodeling Contractor operating in the San Francisco East Bay. We work with clients and designers to create custom, aestheticaly pleasing and environmentally responsible solutions to their building needs.
Beck Custom Builders
Kevin Beck
21 Marinero Circle #104
Tiburon, CA 94920
415.460.6700
info@beckcustombuilders.com
http://www.beckcustombuilders.com
Qualifications:
Graduate of the first Green Builder Certification Program sponsored by NARI and Alameda Waste Management Authority.
Description:
We are high-end whole house remodelers doing design/build projects in Marin and Sonoma Counties for discriminating homeowners. Projects include the use of more ecological materials and addressing energy issues.
Canyon Construction
Ed Young
5901 Telegraph Avenue
Oakland, CA 94609
510.655.3073 Ext 11
edy@canyonconstruction.com
http://www.canyonconstruction.com
Qualifications:
Consulted with Alameda County Waste Management Authority to produce the "Home Remodeling Green Building Guidlines" and the "Green Building Materials Resource Guide."
Description:
Canyon Construction is leading the way in High Volume Fly Ash conscrete construction. Fly Ash is a waste product that, when substituted for as much as 50% of the cement in a concrete design mix,makes better concrete, diverts a waste product from the landfills, and reduces pollutants from the atmosphere.
Dan Antonioli Construction
Dan Antonioli
611 32nd Street
Oakland, CA 94609
510.652.7593
dantonioli@earthlink.net
Qualifications:
Licensed general contractor and certified green builder through the National Association of Remodeling Industry Professionals.
Description:
I specialize in residential green building and all aspects of ecological design.
Drew Maran Construction/Design, Inc.
Drew Maran
731 Lincoln Ave.
Palo Alto, CA 94301
650.323.8541
drew@drewmaran.com
http://www.drewmaran.com
Qualifications:
Building and remodeling over 20 Green custom homes in California for 20 years. Member of USGBC, E2 and Chair of the City of Palo Alto Architectural Review Board.
Description:
DMC is a full service General Contracting firm. We work closely with architects and owners during early stage design development to provide budget and green building guidance and emphasize high quality craftsmanship and scheduling throughout the construction.
Eco-Struction
Mitchel Slade
PO BOX 446
Ben Lomond, CA 95005
831.588.0234
enhydra@sbcglobal.net
http://www.eco-struction.com
Qualifications:
Designs and builds structures using RASTRA (ICF-integrated concrete form), rammed earth, straw bale, solar technologies, and conventional framing techniques. Training, workshops, and internships available.
Description:
Designs and builds structures using RASTRA (ICF-integrated concrete form), rammed earth, straw bale, solar technologies, and conventional framing techniques. Training, workshops, and internships available.
Flying M Construction
Greg McMillan
3650 Gillis Canyon rd
Cholame, Ca. 93461
805.238.4820
greg@flyingment.com
http://www.flyingment.com (under construction)
Qualifications:
30 years in construction and design. All phases. Licensed Airkrete Cementicious Insulation installer.
Description:
Specializing in energy and resource conservation. Strawbale specialist. Serving all of Central California. Have Airstream...will travel.
Green Builders of Marin
John Shurtz
250 Bel Marin Keys Blvd. Suite C6
Novato, CA 94949
415.884.0700
john@greenbuildersofmarin.com
http://www.greenbuildersofmarin.com
Qualifications:
NARI Certified Green Building Professionals, with seven green certified members on staff. Members of North Bay NARI. Members of Marin Builders Association. Certified Marin & Bay Area Green Business. Board of Directors of the USGBC Redwood Empire Chapter. Construction Industry consultant to Rainforest Action Network. Speaker on Green Building & Sustainability at various venues including BIONEERS, North Bay NARI, Novato Chamber of Commerce, Ignacio Rotary Club, New Life Expo, RAN fundraisers, the City Club in San Francisco and others.
Description:
Building structures that are durable, healthy, environmentally-friendly and comfortable. Implementing green building practices since 1996 including: a green project in the Marin Designers Showcase, extensive use of fly ash in concrete, FSC certified lumber, photo voltaics, and healthy indoor air quality.
Hammond Fine Homes, Inc.
Bruce Hammond
490 West School Street
Cotati, CA. 94931
707.795.6045
hamds490@pacbell.net
http://www.hammondfinehomes.com
Qualifications:
Twenty + years as licensed General Contractor; member of US Green Building Council; LEED Accredited Professional; Chapter Chair Redwood Empire Chapter USGBC; member of Energy & Environmental Building Association; Energy Star Partner; Faculty member Sonoma State University Green Building Professional Certification Program.
Description:
Twenty+ years in the North Bay region focused on high quality project management & design / build services, green building consulting, LEED Technical Assistance, Facilitation & Certifications.
Master Builders
Seth Melchert
5521 Marshall Street
Oakland, CA 94608
510.654.2746
dmelchert@earthlink.net
Qualifications:
General Contractor since 1985; Certified Green Builder by NARI; contributor or speaker for green building guidelines, seminars, and publications.
Description:
We specialize in residential construction, with expertise in basic solid quality, plus resource and energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and respect for the Earth. Friendly and respectful relationship with our customers and workers forms the basis for our business. Have some experience in sacred and alternative building systems.
McCutcheon Construction, Inc.
Jill Moran
1280 Sixth Street
Berkeley, CA 94710
510.558.3819
jill@mcbuild.com
http://www.mcbuild.com
Qualifications:
Six Certified Green Building Professionals (by NARI) on staff. Recognized as one of the premier remodelers in the country. Berkeley Architectural Heritage Association Preservation awards, including the ecology and culture center "Pusod" (www.pusod.org).
Description:
We specialize in high quality remodeling, preserving what's worth keeping while making improvements of lasting value. Working as part of a team with our clients and designers, we help create a more beautiful, durable and sustainable built environment.
Moroso Construction, Inc.
Jeff Moroso
80 Eureka Square, Suite 214
Pacifica, CA 94044
650.738.8018
jeff@morosoconstruction.com
http://www.morosoconstruction.com
Qualifications:
Member of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) for over five years; NARI Certified Remodeler; NARI Certified Green Building Professional; member of ADPSR, The Splinter Group, The Sliver Group, Business Networks and other contractor and green organizations.
Description:
Moroso Construction provides the highest quality residential remodeling services to discriminating clients and makes the often-stressful experience as pleasant as possible. We are committed to greening our company and helping our clients incorporate green into their projects.
Odin's Hammer
Dennis McCullah
2261 Fifth Street
Berkeley, CA 94710
510.540.6150
dennis@odinshammer.com
http://www.ohgreen.com
Qualifications:
NARI Certified Green Building Professional with over 23 years of remodeling experience in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Description:
Odin's Hammer, using superior craftsmanship and quality green materials, integrates health and comfort at home with the best environmental business practices to provide affordable and energy-efficient living spaces that enhance the well being of the individual and minimize the impact to our Earth.
Paragon General Contractors & Cabinetmakers, Inc.
Steve Meyer
47-A Washington Ave.
Pt. Richmond, CA 94801
510.232.4330 xt 216
meyer@paragonbuilders.com
http://www.paragonbuilders.com
Qualifications:
Paragon General Contractors is a NARI certified green building professional and certified Green Contra Costa Company. We have a team of employees dedicated to offering green alternatives to our clients.
Description:
Paragon has been one of the Bay Area's most respected master builders for over 23 years and is committed to being a leader in sustainable building practices. Paragon's green building "tool kit" is constantly changing and growing as the latest materials and processes become available and more cost-competitive.
Quality & Quantity Construction Services
Velthuijsen Frans
13676 Lava Cap Mine Road
Nevada City, CA 95959
530.478.5610
qnq@earthlink.net
Qualifications:
NARI Certified Green Building Professional, NARI Certified Remodeler.
Description:
Environmentally Conscious Design/Build, Remodeling and Structural Repairs.
Schuenemann & Associates
Jim Schuenemann
PO Box 67
Forest Knolls, CA 94933
415.488.0519
jschon@aol.com
Qualifications:
Successfully completed the 1st Green Builders certification course sponsored by NARI and the Alameda Waste Management Authority.
Description:
I'm a Bioneers member and supporter. My wife and I own a passive solar home in Washington State. I have been building and remodeling for 28 years in the Marin County area. My goal is to create healthy, homey, beautiful and safe environments for people.
Sol Habitat Building & Consulting
Lori Leyrer
14756 Marys Lane
Guerneville, CA 95446
707.869.3667
lkbale@comcast.net
http://www.sol-habitat.com
Qualifications:
Five years building strawbale residences, incorporating green building materials, passive and active solar and energy efficiency. Forewoman at the Wolken Strawbale Environmental Education Center. Cover of "Solar Today" May/June 2002. Solar Certified.
Description:
Woman-owned building and consulting for strawbale homes and light commercial buildings. CA Contractors license and solar certified. Working with landowners, architects and engineers, developing, building and consulting for strawbale projects nationwide. Incorporating passive and active solar, energy efficiency, and green building materials. Crew includes experts in green building, natural plasters and exterior coatings. Using the newest techniques in strawbale.
Spindragon Contracting
Roy Padilla
PO Box 20004
Stanford, CA 95125
408.295.4265
spindragon@mail.com
http://www.spindragon.biz
Qualifications:
General Contractor B #756438; BS Stanford University, 1993. Five years specializing in green building and sustainable technologies.
Description:
Photovoltaic Solar Panels / Solar hot water / Earthbuilding / Strawbale / Energy conservation technologies / Design-Build
Vital Systems Natural Building & Design, Inc.
Tim Owen-Kennedy
3212 Jefferson Street #406
Napa, CA 95482
888.859.6336
timok@vitalsystems.net
http://www.vitalsystems.net
Qualifications:
Six years doing, exclusively, ecological construction and design, both residential and commercial. Many straw bale, cob, earth plaster, earth floor and bamboo projects, as well as several more "conventional" green projects. 21 green projects in total.
Description:
Our focus is on sustainable and ecological projects that have a net positive effect on how humans relate to each other and the world. Our services range from green building consulting to community design. We designed and built every aspect of home construction, and assisted the home owners in realizing their dreams.
