About Us ....
Building Alternatives Inc.
Vision:
Building Alternatives’ vision is to promote the use of alternative methods and materials for structures through an integrated design approach that are environmentally-sensitive, energy efficient and project-appropriate.
Mission:
Building Alternatives will provide engineering design services to create options for structural, alternative energy, water use and reuse, and waste disposal. Building Alternatives is also dedicated to ongoing research and training
Our Staff...
Kris J. Dick, Ph.D., P.Eng. Kris is a licensed engineer with degrees in civil and structural engineering. In addition to his role as a principal with Building Alternatives he is a Senior Instructor and Adjunct Professor in the Department of Biosystems Engineering at the University of Manitoba. His research areas include alternative building design, materials and energy systems. |
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Tim Krahn, MSc., P.Eng., LEED™ AP Tim is a licensed engineer with degrees in the civil and geotechnical disciplines. His professional interests include integrated design & education, natural building materials, energy & infrastructure sustainability and a healthy built environment. He is a LEED accredited professional, and is pursuing an interdisciplinary PhD with the faculties of architecture and engineering at the University of Manitoba. His personal interests include bicycling, cooking, gardening, carpentry, guitar and reading. |
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Stephanie Zubriski, BSc., EIT Stephanie is a Biosytems engineer and is a designer/researcher with Building Alternatives. Her interests are in the areas of solar hot water and greywater systems.
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