Low-Carbon Foundation System
-72%
CONCRETE VS. TYPICAL FROST WALL
Concrete typically represents one of the largest sources of embodied carbon in residential construction. This building uses an alternative insulated foundation system designed to significantly reduce that impact.
Why It Matters01
Concrete only where the structure demands it.
The foundation walls are constructed using high-density foam panels with integrated steel stud reinforcement. The steel provides structural strength while the foam provides continuous insulation, dramatically reducing the volume of conventional concrete required.
The result is a foundation that performs better thermally than a typical 8–10″ concrete frost wall, with a fraction of the embodied carbon.
Key Features02
AIntegrated insulation + structure
BReduced concrete usage
CContinuous thermal barrier
DEngineered for cold climates