Builder of the first LEED for Homes certified project in the Mid Atlantic Region, Artisan Construction, Inc. is a full-service general contractor with both residential and commercial divisions. Artisan is well-versed in EnergyStar, EARTHCRAFT, and LEED certification programs. To date, Artisan has been involved in 8 LEED projects, including 6 in the LEED for Homes program. Doug Lowe, president, brings a unique perspective to the building industry, focusing on green and sustainable building practices. “I openly encourage customers to incorporate green building principles in the design and specifications,” says Lowe, which means that an Artisan home is not only of the finest quality, but also healthy and environmentally friendly. Building in the area for nearly 20 years, Doug continues to raise the standard for high performance, high quality custom homes.