We’re excited to share that Build Native has been named a 2025 Texan by Nature TxN 20 Honoree, a recognition that celebrates companies across Texas leading the way in conservation and sustainable business practices. Founded by former First Lady Laura Bush, Texan by Nature highlights 20 companies across 12 industries each year. This year, we were recognized for our work as a builder that focuses on green building paired with whole-house rainwater collection and solar panels as a standard.
Sustainability Has Always Been Our Standard
At Build Native, sustainability has been our standard practice since the beginning. For nearly two decades, we’ve focused on:
High-performance construction that reduces energy use and increases comfort
Integrating renewable energy options like solar panels
Rainwater harvesting and efficient water systems that support resilience and water conservation
Material choices that can stand the test of time and our Central Texas climate
Site-sensitive design that honors the Austin area we build on
We are honored that Texan by Nature recognized our ethos of building green and empowering Texans to save energy and conserve water.
Our Impact in Numbers
Since our founding, we have built over 100 homes, 80% powered by solar and 55% with whole-house, potable rainwater systems. In total, our work represents 766 kW of installed solar capacity and 1,652,200 gallons of rainwater storage across our projects. None of this would be possible without the homeowners who choose to build with intention. Our clients’ goals of energy-efficiency and eco-conscious design reflects their vision as much as ours. Through clarity in our mission and values, and consistency in our methods, we have proven that even a small builder can make a big impact.
Read more about our mission and building practices here.
Building Connections for a Greener Texas
We attended the Texan by Nature annual Conservation Summit in person to receive our TxN 20 recognition. The summit brought together leaders from across Texas from businesses, land stewards, non-profit organizations, and research scientists. Being in a room full of people who care deeply about protecting Texas’ natural resources was energizing and inspiring. We left the event excited about the new relationships, collaboration opportunities, and shared commitments that emerged.
Learn more at www.TxN20.org
