When it comes to building homes that are both beautiful and environmentally responsible, what’s behind the walls matters. We choose timber framing - not just for its strength and versatility, but for its powerful role in fighting climate change.
Behind the walls of a sustainable home
Timber vs steel: the climate impact
One of the most common questions we hear is: Why timber and not steel? The answer lies in the environmental footprint of each material.
Timber stores carbon: As trees grow, they absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and lock it away in the wood. When used in construction, that carbon remains stored for the life of the building.
Steel emits carbon: The production of steel is energy-intensive and contributes significantly to greenhouse gas emissions.
In fact, the average Australian detached home built with timber framing offsets the same amount of carbon as nine flights between Sydney and Melbourne. That’s a tangible climate benefit hidden in plain sight.
Timber framed houses have a smaller environmental footprint
The ultimate renewable
Timber is not only low-impact - it’s renewable. It only takes 150 seconds for the average volume of structural softwood timber used in the averaged detached Australian home to regrow across the Australian plantation estate
By choosing timber framing, we’re supporting a cycle of grow, harvest, repeat - a sustainable approach that helps preserve forests, reduce emissions, and build a better future.
Building trust with timber
We believe in transparency and responsibility. Our homes are designed to meet high structural standards while contributing to a low-carbon future. Timber framing is a key part of that promise. So next time you think about what makes a home sustainable, remember: it’s not just what you see - it’s what’s behind the walls that counts.
