THE 10 BENEFITS OF HOME RUN BUILDINGS

 Use solid wood and other strategies that can store carbon in the building for generations. 

 Make material and design choices that support healthier indoor environments. 

Explore smarter building designs and construction methods that can reduce heating and cooling demands.

 Explore wall, roof and material strategies designed to improve resistance to fire. 

Look beyond initial cost to find practical ways to control construction and ownership costs.

Design with severe weather and other natural hazards in mind.

 Build structural strength, durability and occupant safety into the design from the beginning. 

 Choose materials and systems intended to extend building life and reduce premature replacement. 

Consider building strategies that can reduce exposure to unwanted electromagnetic radiation.

Create quieter, more comfortable spaces through thoughtful materials, assemblies and design.