low‑maintenance Tadelakt lime plaster. The rustic dining counter is made from reclaimed barn beams. Wall surfaces are painted using Sherwin Williams ProMar 200, with Zero VOCs and 33% bio-based content. The Awara mattress is made of natural latex, and organic wool and cotton. OEKO-TEX labeled products were chosen for all bedding to ensure a sustainable and healthy space for sleeping. The upcycled, second-hand velvet sofa is made with Certi-PUR-US polyurethane foam, and no toxic chemicals or fire retardants. Details of the project are shared as open-source information on the Strawtegi project website strawtegi.org, including monitoring of building performance over time. In addition to being recognized as a finalist in the Salt Lake City design competition, the project was showcased in the Design Arts Utah Exhibit in 2022 at the Utah Museum of Contemporary Art (UMOCA). Peterson Associates Construction was instrumental in refining construction details and supporting environmental goals throughout the project. Educational opportunities were supported by a generous grant from the Doctorow Family Foundation. GIV Development contributed use of its warehouse space for SIP research, development and assembly. Homeowner, Designer and Project Manager Susan Klinker and Project Architect Lindsey Love will present this case study about the importance of carbon sequestration and biogenic building materials at the Weber State University Intermountain Sustainability Summit on March 21. To learn more about this event, visit weber.edu/issummit. With a diverse background in architectural planning, natural building, community development and public programming in the arts, Susan Klinker consistently works toward positive social and environmental impact. She is passionate about climate-positive design and reducing embodied carbon in the building sector. DID YOU KNOW? Enjoy your association news anytime, anywhere. Scan the QR code to visit our online publication to stay up to date on the latest association news, share articles and read past issues. reflexion.thenewslinkgroup.org 26 REFLEXION
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