Are gadgets killing energy efficiency gains?
We really like graphs at Chuckanut Builders. It's such an easy way to convey alot of information. This graph is no exception, check it out! In 1993 roughly 48% of…
Improving communication
Throughout the building process there are countless decisions that need to be made. It is essential that everyone involved in the process be on the same page throughout the job.…
Thriving Communities Video
The Whidbey Island Institute created this video about thriving communities and we are so excited to have been involved! A handful of Bellingham based businesses were interviewed for the video,…
Green Playhouse Design Build Competition
The second deadline for the green PLAYHOUSE design build competition is nearly here and our team, Bellingham Playhouse Works is ready (well, almost). It's time to submit our design and…
Affordable Comfort Inc. Conference
Tomorrow Ely is heading to Seattle for the Affordable Comfort Inc. Northwest Home Performance Conference. This two day conference will focus on home performance and weatherization with sessions ranging from crawlspaces…
Jogo Gym 2013 Full in Throw Down
Over the weekend Jogo Gym hosted the 2013 Full in Throw Down. It was a Jogo Gym members only Crossfit competition and it was a awesome! Part of the fun…
Where the money went in 2012
We all know that buying local is important. We also know that sometimes it's not as easy as we'd like it to be. As an end of the year review…
Sustainable Connections Bid Local First Auction
Have you heard about the Sustainable Connections Bid Local First Auction? The auction runs from November 19th to December 2nd and proceeds go to the Think Local First and Eat Local…
Interview by Sustainable Business student Will Wheaton
Will Wheaton, one of Chuckanut Builders newest employees, found his way to ChuB by interviewing us! Will was in a Sustainable Business class at Western Washington University and wanted to…
Reclaimed Materials Workshop Synopsis
Last week Chuckanut Builders hosted a Reclaimed Materials Workshop in conjunction with Sustainable Connections and it was great. About 30 folks attended the workshop, representing homeowners, contractors, designers and more. The…