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City of Austin Green Building Program
an Austin Green Building company

Shelter Design and Construction, Inc., based in Austin, Texas, provides a broad range of construction services, including remodeling, additions, and construction of custom homes from the ground up. We offer assistance in the design and project development process, and are accomplished in every phase of residential construction, from foundations to finish trim and cabinetry. Other areas of expertise include kitchen and bathroom remodels, screened porches and decks, attic and garage conversions, and renovation of historical homes.

Robert Zirkel, president of Shelter Design & Construction,Inc. has over twenty years of construction experience. Although most of our work is in Austin, we also do projects in the surrounding communities. We supply references and give free estimates.

As a member of Austin Green Builders, Shelter Design and Construction is guided by the belief that environmentally conscientious building principles can and should contribute to the comfort, beauty, health, and harmony of a living space. We emphasize energy efficiency, sustainability, durability, reducing waste, and promote the use of non-toxic building materials. We encourage the involvement and input of the homeowner in the process of making educated choices in design development and materials selection.

Shelter Design Achieves 5-Star Rating

Our most recent custom home remodel has been awarded the prestigious 5-star rating by the Austin Green Building Program. This rating signifies that the house passed a rigorous set of criteria emphasizing energy efficency, utilization of environmentally appropriate materials, and sound green building construction techniques. Click here for more info.

featured in NATURAL HOME MAGAZINE

One of our kitchen remodel projects was featured in the September/October 2003 issue of Natural Home magazine. Information about this kitchen and other projects is located in the portfolio link.