Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Sustainable Construction Solutions in Austin
EcoSafe Spaces is a design-build firm founded on three core tenets: style, function, and sustainability. With over a decade of experience in healthy, high-performance construction, we specialize in creating modern spaces that prioritize occupant wellness and environmental responsibility. Our team, led by builder and building science expert Doug Cameron, combines artistic vision with technical precision to deliver custom solutions tailored to each client's unique needs. We emphasize transparency, collaboration, and innovation throughout every project phase, from initial design to final execution. Our commitment to using non-toxic materials, energy-efficient systems, and cutting-edge building science principles ensures homes that are as durable as they are beautiful.By staying at the forefront of industry advancementsfrom hempcrete applications to solar-integrated designwe provide clients with forward-thinking options that align with both personal health goals and broader ecological values. Our approach balances hands-on craftsmanship with digital tools like BIMx visualization software, ensuring clarity and precision at every stage. Located in Austin, Texas, we serve clients seeking to build or renovate spaces that reflect a modern aesthetic while meeting rigorous performance standards. Our reputation is built on relationships, not just contracts, and we prioritize open communication and trust to ensure every project exceeds expectations.
Services
High-Performance Construction
Sustainable Design
Healthy Home Remodeling
Material Consulting
Energy-Efficient Renovations
Custom Residential Building
Highlights and features
- We specialize in high-performance building science with 11+ years of hands-on experience.
- Our process balances client creativity with budget-conscious accountability through hybrid contract models.
- We prioritize non-toxic, sustainable materials vetted through rigorous product testing.
- Our team combines traditional craftsmanship with modern tools like BIM visualization.
- We maintain direct owner involvement from design through completion for personalized results.
What people say
Non-toxic expertise
Modern design focus
Transparent process
Innovative solutions
Services
High-Performance Construction
We build homes optimized for energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and durability using advanced building science principles. Our approach integrates thermal envelope optimization, moisture management systems, and non-toxic material selections. Clients benefit from reduced utility costs, healthier living environments, and structures designed to exceed modern performance standards while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
Sustainable Design
Our design process prioritizes environmental responsibility through material lifecycle analysis, passive solar strategies, and resource-efficient systems. We incorporate reclaimed materials, low-impact site planning, and renewable energy integration. This service helps clients achieve both personal sustainability goals and certifications like LEED or Net Zero Energy Ready standards while maintaining modern aesthetic requirements.
Healthy Home Remodeling
We specialize in transforming existing spaces into healthier environments by eliminating off-gassing materials and improving ventilation systems. Services include mold-resistant construction, low-VOC finishes, and electromagnetic field (EMF) reduction strategies. Homeowners gain improved indoor air quality, modernized aesthetics, and updated functionality while preserving their home's structural integrity through targeted, science-backed interventions.
Material Consulting
Our team provides expert guidance on durable, non-toxic building materials through hands-on testing and real-world performance analysis. We evaluate options for health impact, longevity, and environmental footprint while maintaining design intent. Clients receive customized recommendations backed by our extensive product research, including third-party verified certifications and practical installation considerations for both conventional and innovative material choices.
Energy-Efficient Renovations
We implement retrofit solutions that enhance building envelope efficiency and mechanical system performance. Services include insulation optimization, HVAC modernization, and smart home integration tailored to existing structures. Homeowners achieve significant energy savings, improved comfort, and increased property value through targeted upgrades that align with current building science best practices and regional climate requirements.
People
Doug Cameron
Owner / Lead Builder
Doug Cameron is a builder, educator, and building science specialist with 11+ years of experience in high-performance construction. He founded EcoSafe Spaces to bridge artistic design with healthy building practices, focusing on non-toxic material innovation and sustainable systems integration for modern residential projects.
Questions
What defines a 'high-performance' home?
High-performance homes combine superior energy efficiency, advanced building science, and non-toxic materials to create healthier, more durable living spaces that significantly reduce environmental impact and operating costs.
Do you work with existing homes or only new builds?
We handle both renovations and new construction, specializing in transforming existing spaces into healthier environments while offering complete custom home solutions optimized for modern performance standards.
How do you ensure indoor air quality?
We use third-party certified low-VOC materials, implement advanced ventilation systems, and avoid common off-gassing products. Our process includes moisture management strategies and air barrier testing to maintain clean indoor environments.
What sustainable technologies do you recommend?
We prioritize proven solutions like solar-integrated roofing, energy recovery ventilation, and thermal envelope optimization. Our approach balances innovation with practicality, focusing on technologies that deliver measurable performance improvements in Texas climate conditions.
Can I customize the design process?
Yes, we offer flexible engagement models. Our hybrid contract approach allows for collaborative decision-making while maintaining budget transparency, ensuring your vision aligns with practical construction realities throughout the project lifecycle.
