Reuse and Repurpose

Reuse & Repurpose

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Reuse and repurpose are core principles of professional deconstruction and the circular construction economy. Deconstruction Academy, students learn how to identify, carefully remove, preserve, and redirect building materials so they can be reused or repurposed instead of sent to landfill.

From lumber and architectural features to fixtures and structural components, these materials can serve new purposes in future construction projects. By training professionals to recover and extend the life of building materials, we reduce waste, conserve resources, and create new economic value within the built environment.