Core Areas of Focus
Built By DAO is built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, and sustainability. These principles guide our efforts to address housing affordability, equity, and community resilience. Below, we explore the core areas that define our mission and impact.
Sustainability
Building a Greener Future Sustainability is at the heart of Built By DAO’s real estate and construction strategy. We strive to create environmentally responsible developments that minimize waste, reduce carbon emissions, and promote long-term energy efficiency.
Key Strategies:
Adaptive Reuse: We strategically salvage and repurpose materials from demolished or abandoned buildings. This includes doors, flooring, cabinets, banisters, and other components, which are restored at our off-site resource centers.
High-Tech Sustainability Practices: Incorporating advanced technologies like smart energy systems, renewable power sources, and cutting-edge building materials to enhance environmental performance.
Natural Design Principles: Blending innovative materials with earth-friendly design elements to create homes that are both modern and eco-conscious.
Our Goals:
Achieve energy efficiency benchmarks through certifications like LEED, Passive House, and the Living Building Challenge.
Reduce construction waste by 50% through adaptive reuse and efficient building practices.
Educate members in sustainable practices via hands-on skills training and workshops.
Learn More About Our Sustainability Initiatives
Equity Building
Empowering Members to Achieve Homeownership Built By DAO offers members a unique opportunity to build equity credits while contributing to the community. These credits serve as a pathway to homeownership, aligning personal goals with the mission of the DAO.
How It Works:
Earning Equity Credits: Members earn equity value credits through participation in DAO activities, including sweat equity contributions, financial support, and community engagement.
Redeeming Credits: At the end of a member’s term, credits can be applied toward the purchase of a home within the Built By DAO network.
Portability: If no suitable homes are available, equity credits can be carried over to future projects or reinvested in DAO-aligned initiatives.
Benefits for Members:
Affordable pathways to homeownership.
Financial stability through equity accumulation.
Flexibility in accessing homes across the Built By DAO network.
Additional Opportunities:
Shared Commercial Spaces: For entrepreneurial members, pooled commercial spaces provide opportunities to build equity and foster local economic growth.
Discover How Equity Building Works
Community Development
Fostering Resilient, Connected Communities Built By DAO is more than a housing initiative—it’s a movement to create vibrant, inclusive, and self-sustaining communities. Our projects are designed to enhance the quality of life for all members and foster a sense of belonging.
Core Principles:
Collaboration: Members work together to shape their communities through governance participation and project contributions.
Inclusivity: Housing solutions are tailored to meet diverse needs, ensuring accessibility and equity for all members.
Supportive Environments: Integrated amenities like shared spaces, co-working areas, and recreational facilities promote connection and well-being.
Community Impact Programs:
Skills Training: Members learn practical skills through DIY workshops, contributing to projects like refurbishing salvaged materials.
Public-Private Partnerships: Collaborations with local organizations and governments amplify our impact and ensure alignment with community needs.
Events and Engagement: Regular community events, forums, and volunteer opportunities help strengthen social ties and member engagement.
Measuring Success:
Increased member satisfaction and retention.
Positive economic impact through local business integration and job creation.
Enhanced environmental and social sustainability within Built By DAO communities.
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