A Living Building creates a positive relationship between the structure and its environment, is self-sufficient, and even creates more energy than it uses. However, the LBC takes these certification standards to the next level. Green building certification programs are nothing new - you may have heard of LEED certification or even Passive House. But what makes this structure truly unique is that it is one of just a handful of buildings in the country to meet the rigorous standards of the Living Building Challenge* (LBC) and become a Certified Living building. Nestled in the owner’s backyard in space formerly occupied by a run-down shed, the Dojo hosts community yoga, open mic nights, and local advocacy group meetings. Recently, Climable led a free field trip to Old Oak Dojo, an awesome community center in Boston’s Jamaica Plain.
