48: How to RECLAIM Building Products on your Projects - Andrew Ellsworth

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Andrew Ellsworth, founder and CEO of Doors Unhinged, discusses his company's mission to reclaim and resell commercial door systems as zero carbon and lower cost alternatives to new doors. He shares his background in sustainability and architecture, as well as the inspiration behind starting the business. Andrew explains why doors were chosen as the focus of the company and the challenges and opportunities in the commercial material reuse industry. He also discusses the process of finding and preparing reclaimed doors for projects, the importance of documentation and specifications, and the future plans for the business.

In this conversation, Andrew and Katelyn discuss the challenges and opportunities of material reuse in the construction industry. They explore the importance of sustainable practices and the need for a shift in mindset towards reusing materials. Andrew shares his experience with Doors Unhinged, a company that specializes in reclaiming and repurposing doors, and discusses the potential for expanding material reuse to other products like structural steel and aluminum storefronts. They also touch on the role of architects in promoting sustainable design and the importance of breaking rules and pushing boundaries to drive innovation.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-ellsworth/

Website: https://doorsunhinged.com

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Hello, I'm Katelyn Rossier!

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