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I N D U S T R Y P R O F I L E M O N O L I T H S Y S T E M S an airtight, insulated home that can eliminate thermal transfer when using intentional passive solar design, making it a healthier and more sustainable solution. In addition, all concrete waste can be reused and recycled, help- ing to reduce the overall environmental impact. Concrete Insulated Panel (CIP) technology offers a more durable, low-main- tenance alternative to traditional wood-frame construction, especially in a wet climate. While concrete homes deliver a sleek, customizable aesthetic, homeowners and builders often choose to use the system because of its longevity, weather resistance, and energy efficiency. Monolith Systems pro- vides a unique solution to a complex problem – by developing a com- plete home system that is fully customizable, the sky is the limit when it comes to designing and building any custom home. Once designs are approved, Monolith Systems will manufac- ture, transport, and install concrete panels at the prepared job site. The company is avail- able for consultation throughout the duration of the project and, in some cases, can work on-site as requested by the general contrac- tor. Coming from a general contracting background, the Monolith Systems team has worked to identify common challenges and develop solutions that streamline the process. Monolith Systems has predesigned a selection of pre-engineered homes for homeowners and general contractors looking for even more simplicity, with plans available for purchase on the website. For more information or to get in touch, visit www.monolithsystems.ca In 2012, Damon Gray designed and built the first Monolith Systems home on Vancouver Island, B.C. After nearly a decade of renovating code-built homes that were deteriorating due to rot and mould, Gray knew he wanted a healthier, more durable home for his family of five. Originally from Orewa, New Zealand, Gray's tenacity for building science led him to leave school at only fifteen years old to focus on his craft. He moved to California in 2000 and built houses for four years before making his way to Vancouver Island, where he founded the general contracting company, NZ Builders. NZ Builders was the first company in western Canada to introduce a con- crete insulated panel (CIP) tilt-up system for residential construction, and Gray's own home was the test project. The home received international recognition for its innovative design features and was the first net zero- ready home to hit Vancouver Island–and Monolith Systems was born. Monolith Systems was established to bridge the gap between architects, engineers, and general contractors who want to design and build a home using CIP technology, but have limited (or no) experience using a concrete tilt-up system. The company provides full-service planning and design sup- port, including all necessary structural details, site prep requirements for panel installation and troubleshooting specific design elements. While the original tilt-up insulated panels date back to the 1930s, modern CIP construction has gained worldwide popularity as a high-performance building system. Fire-, rot-, and pest-resistant, concrete homes can last more than a hundred years with minimal main- tenance. CIP technology delivers MONOLITH SYSTEMS INTRODUCES CONCRETE INSULATED PANEL HOMES ON VANCOUVER ISLAND Established in one of the most humid climates in North America, Monolith Systems was founded on the principle that there is a more sustainable way to build homes in the Pacific Northwest. "Look at the masonry of pubs and castles built in the UK – 500 years ago! These buildings are here to stay." —Damon Gray, Monolith Systems

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