AlterECO was founded in 1997 upon a mission statement that had evolved over a period of years, as founder Thom Harrison found “enlightenment” in the then fledgling concepts of ecological design, green building and conscious business practices that measure success in terms of the “triple bottom line” (People, Planet & Profit).

Now celebrating our 13th year of providing ecological design alternatives, this adventure is just beginning. At the heart of our work is a sincere desire and commitment to create products that are–to our customers–genuinely practical, beautiful and meaningful and–to the earth–gentle and increasingly sustainable.
AlterECO has hit its stride now that Bamboo (in its new laminated form) has become a favorite material nationwide for flooring and is becoming an increasingly sought-after material for cabinetry. Nevertheless, AlterECO remains small and nimble by choice–the choice to serve the local San Francisco Bay Area and to be a participant in the burgeoning re-invention of local living economies.

Personalized Design

AlterECO’s design services are tailored to the unique needs, tastes and budgets of each of our cherished customers. Meeting by appointment only, our clients enjoy a relaxed atmosphere and the complete attention of the knowledgeable, experienced designer working with them. We value our customer’s time, and we provide a unique design synergy that is personalized to the customer and specialized to the product, with all cabinetry finely crafted to fulfill your dreams. As pioneers, innovators and leaders in modern Bamboo cabinetry, AlterECO offers design expertise and product specialization that is unparalleled in our industry. Please check out our Preliminary Design Services Package – exceptional value for expert design assistance. Also, for those interested in diving into deep green design solutions, please learn about SUSTAIN.