Natural vs Performance

For those interested in designing or constructing responsible homes, there is a trade-off here. Yes some assemblies are Natural and High Performance, but often not an option to meet project schedule and/or budget. For this reason, the discussion of ‘Natural vs Performance’ is worth discussing.

The most responsible design has the least environmental impact over time. In some instances, non-natural construction materials outperform more natural methods. In this instance, we must consider material trade-offs. The general goal is to offset carbon footprint as much as possible, and that’s how Jakub Galczynski approaches each project. Throughout the design process, a project has countless opportunities to be responsible. Some examples are construction materials, windows/doors, scale, and etc. As the project develops, these opportunities are assessed in the best interest of the Owner’s values.