eXoterra Architects

Specialties

eXoterra Solutions is a professional architecture and LEED consulting firm dedicated to positively enhancing the built environment through the implementation of sustainable design, construction and operational practices. Exoterra strives to serve our clients by providing sustainable architecture and consulting services that promote the development of sustainable sites integrally linked to creative human environments that minimize waste and water use, maximize energy efficiency, promote healthy indoor environments and utilize environmentally preferable materials and technologies wisely.

History

Established in 2008.

Exoterra is Latin for «out of Earth.» It is the foundational principle of this firm; essential to what we do, how we live and what legacy we leave behind. It implies a thoughtfulness about nature, ecology, economy, conservation and preservation.

Exoterra Solutions was founded by J. Mark West, AIA in January of 2008 to address a well defined void in green building services and to create a business model not hampered by traditional

barriers and expectations of typical architectural practices. After working for multiple companies in two

states, and after leading various project teams through the certification of multiple LEED commercial

building projects, it became evident that the only way to continue to promote green building and related

services was to create a company focused on accomplishing just that.

Meet the Business Owner

Mark W.

Business Owner

Mr. West founded Exoterra Solutions with the mission of serving the growing regional need for

Sustainable Architectural Design, LEED Facilitation, Green Building Consulting and Sustainable

Education Services. With broad experience in architecture and sustainable design Mr. West is

passionate about providing his clients with high-​performance buildings and homes. Mr. West was the

Project Architect and LEED Project Team Administrator for the first LEED Silver Certified project in

Virginia in 2003. In 2008, he also completed the LEED Certification for the Y-​12 New Hope Center, a $ 25

million DOE office building, in Oak Ridge, TN. Project experience includes mixed-​use, commercial,

institutional, federal, military, factory/​industrial, commercial interiors, healthcare and residential.