In order to achieve their high level of both quality and sustainability, Tooketree uses Sustainable, Ecological, Efficient, Durable (SEED) Building Systems, which they developed in-house. SEED walls use standard natural building materials with a few special considerations, such as using ‘smart’ membranes as vapour control layers. Those membranes prevent air movement but allow any moisture in the walls to dry out in either direction, helping to minimize the risk of mold. SEED panels are exceptionally wellinsulated, air-tight, weather resistant, and engineered to be long-lasting. “Our goal was to create the most environmentally-friendly panels available,” says Rick Zytaruk, co-founder and CFO of the company. “We wanted to create the healthiest homes possible, and we wanted to do our part to help transform the building industry by demonstrating how it can be done.” Tooketree Passive Homes was founded by Rick and his daughter, Melinda Zytaruk, in early 2017. Melinda has over 15 years of experience as a general contractor with a focus on green building and renovations. She is also general manager of the Fourth Pig Green and Natural Construction, which is Tooketree’s lead construction partner. Rick has extensive experience as a business consultant and a builder. He spent much of his career working in the application of technology and process improvement to address business problems. Throughout his career, he has been passionate about innovation and progress. DECEMBER 2022
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