What is a sustainable building?

Simply put, buildings and communities are "sustainable" when they are designed, built and operated with low environmental impacts while enhancing the health, welfare and quality of life for the people that live in and around them.

Sustainable building design is continually improving. There are
new green products and services emerging every day but making the right choices can be complicated and confusing.

Light House is here to help

Light House Sustainable Building Centre is pleased to offer HomeSpa,
Vancouver's healthy and eco-friendly home advisory service. We offer services
ranging from an initial assessment of your home to a comprehensive prescription
for even the most ambitious renovation. For all homes large and small, our
HomeSpa consultants can provide you with your own customized HomeSpa report
with practical tips and resources that will ensure that your home is a healthy

Registration is now open for summer workshops. Scroll down for more information.

In response to overwhelming interest, we offer a two-hour, non-technical “Green Building 101” for homeowners interested in learning how to “green” their home!

Participants will gain a general understanding of green design ideas, issues and processes, develop a set of personal green goals for their home, and leave with a practical resource workbook. Confused about where to start, who to talk to and what questions to ask? Then this course is for you!