Designing the Finest Integration of the Built and Natural Environments
Alpen Environs Architecture and Environmental Design was created by Craig F. Threshie in 1994 out of a passion for creating truly indigenous architecture for the Sierra Nevada mountain environment. His vision for design excellence; his respect for nature; and his careful integration of his clients’ specific needs meld to create the finest and most exciting mountain architectural environments in the Sierra Nevada.
Celebrating fifteen years of design excellence in the Lake Tahoe/Truckee region, Alpen Environs has become well known for integrating rich, authentic, indigenous Sierra Nevada architecture with Green Sustainable Design and Building practices.
We hope you enjoy the collection of our work displayed here in our portfolio and that we can help you achieve the design of your dreams. Please call or email us for a complimentary consultation.
The Green Building Technologies in which Alpen Environs is well versed includes:
True Timberframe with authentic Mortise and Tenon Joinery
Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) construction
Structural Insulated Panel (SIP) construction
Advanced Framing Systems (AFS)
Superinsulated construction
Modular Building construction
Steel Framing systems utilizing recycled steel
Passive and Active Solar Power with High Thermal Mass
High Energy Efficiency integrating Energy Star
Build It Green and LEED experience
Recycled and Reused product integration
Low Impact Design (LID) sites and landscapes
Best Management Practice (BMP) erosion controls
Drought Resistant landscapes
Fire resistant construction and landscapes
The firm has regularly designed these technologies into its custom homes, commercial buildings, historic renovations and remodel/additions
