LEED architects specialize in designing buildings that meet Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification standards. These architects integrate sustainable practices into their designs, focusing on energy efficiency, water conservation, indoor air quality, and the use of environmentally friendly materials like wood and reclaimed wood.

Options for Reuse:

1. Structural Applications

• Mass Timber & CLT (Cross-Laminated Timber) 

• Heavy Timber Beams – Salvaged beams from old buildings 

• Crane Mats & Industrial Timbers – Milled into flooring, paneling, or furniture.

2. Interior & Aesthetic Uses

• Reclaimed Wood Flooring 

• Wall Paneling & Ceilings 

• Architectural Millwork & Trim

3. Outdoor & Landscape Applications

• Decking & Fencing 

• Benches & Site Furnishings 

• Green Roof & Rain Garden Structures 

4. Specialty & Custom Uses

• Acoustic Panels & Soundproofing 

• Art & Feature Walls 

• Historic Preservation & Adaptive Reuse
   

Additional Outside Resources: 

Carbon Leadership Forum

Related Topics

• LEED

Tags

• LEED Architects