Earth Day 2026
Construction and demolition generates more than 2.2 billion tons of waste each year. That’s more than any other industry in the United States.
A huge portion of this waste comes from commercial renovations, where spaces are often redesigned every 5-10 years. Multiply that by thousands of buildings across the nation and we have a serious problem!
A Constant Cycle of Renovation
Most projects tell the same story…
New tenant. New layout. New finishes.
Then suddenly…
Walls come down. Carpet gets ripped out.
Lighting gets removed.
Truck after truck leaves the site.
The majority of materials head to the landfill.
Most teams don’t realize how much can be saved until it’s too late.
Waste Less. Design Better.
Imagine a renovation where materials are reused or recycled instead of discarded.
Where systems are reconfigured instead of replaced.
Where furniture, walls, and finishes are designed to move, adapt, and evolve with the workplace.
The impact could be enormous. Small changes in how we design, specify, and plan can significantly reduce landfill impact.
At Schott Design, sustainability is inherent. Our approach reduces waste and extends material life, resulting in spaces that perform long-term while reducing unnecessary waste.
