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Sustainable Design + Consulting

Services Offered:

Sustainable custom Home Building Process:

Initial Consultation: Start your journey by reaching out to us! Share your vision and get acquainted with our approach to sustainable living.

Site Evaluation & Concept Development: This step helps us lay down the foundational criteria, leading to the creation of preliminary drawings and a project outline tailored to your desires. Depending on location, this can be accomplished remotely.

Contract Documentation & Working Drawings: Essential for accurate cost estimations and securing permits, these detailed documents allow you to confidently approach contractors, knowing your project is well-defined and ready for execution.

Overall Project Consultation: From Conceptualization to Completion, Comprehensive Project Guidance

Sustainable, Energy Efficient + Cost Effective Project Consultation

Whether you're driven by the hands-on experience and the opportunity for significant cost savings, our specialized consultation services are designed to empower your sustainable journey.

We specialize in guiding BUILD-IT-YOURSELF enthusiasts like you through the complexities of designing and building sustainable, energy-efficient projects without compromising on cost-effectiveness. Our expert team is here to provide you with the knowledge, tools, and support needed to bring your green vision to life, ensuring that every step you take is informed, impactful, and aligned with best practices in sustainability.

Connect with us today and take the first step towards making your sustainable project a reality.

OVERALL PROJECT CONSULTATION, can include:

    • Energy Efficient, Cost Effective Approach + Design: Our Energy-Efficient Consultation guides you towards smarter, cost-saving solutions.

    • Contractor Selection & Budget Planning: We assist in finding the right contractor for your unique project and help you craft a realistic budget.

    • Contractor Education: We ensure your building team is fully versed in sustainable construction techniques, guaranteeing your home is built to the highest eco-friendly standards.

    • Build Review & Oversight: We closely monitor the progress of your build, ensuring each stage meets our rigorous criteria for sustainability and cost-effectiveness.

    • Community Engagement: Leverage our expertise to organize educational events on straw bale construction and other sustainable practices, fostering a sense of community and shared learning.

    • Final Walk-Through Consulting: Our consultants will guide you through the final inspection, ensuring everything is completed to your satisfaction.

    • Energy Usage Tracking: Keep a comprehensive record of your energy consumption with our guidance. This data not only helps in optimizing your home's energy efficiency but also ensures you meet your targeted sustainability outcomes.

Embark on your sustainable home-building journey with us!

Give us a call, text or send us an email:
208.866.3325

MORE ABOUT US & OUR SERVICES

Innovative Design Services

Mark L. (Ron) Hixson has been designing and building homes in the high deserts of the western United States for over 40 years. In that time he has designed some cutting edge solutions for clean green community development and affordable housing.

Consulting

Build-it-Yourself Straw Bale Designs
On-site Straw Bale Project Consulting
Custom Straw Bale Home Design
Custom Green Clean Home Design
Workshops - Learn How!

Construction Consulting Services

Boise Straw Bale’s consulting service includes a network of skilled building partners to help you plan, design, build and finish your new straw bale home or building. These partners represent the best of the best in the western United States. We match your desires and needs to the right local service providers to offer unmatched quality for every project be it large or small. Boise Straw Bale consulting services can help you coordinate and manage ever step of your build to produce the finished results you envision.

Presentation

Want to know more? BSB partners Ron Hixson and Jeff Hixson are available for informative public speaking engagements. This can include informative Q&A sessions, slideshow presentation straw bale wall demonstrations provided there is space.

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