Discover how Modern Mill is transforming the future of building materials with ACRE, a stunning, low-maintenance, sustainable alternative to wood.
CEO Chris Guimond joins host Ian Peterman on the Conscious Design Podcast to reveal how upcycled rice hulls are helping create hurricane- and fire-resistant materials that outperform traditional wood in durability, ease of use, and sustainability.
If you’re a homeowner, builder, architect, or sustainability advocate, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
● Why old-Growth wood isn’t a sustainable option anymore
● How ACRE performs better than cedar or PVC in extreme climates
● The surprising role of rice hulls in creating eco-friendly siding
● How ACRE’s biophilic design improves wellness and aesthetics
● Where ACRE is being used, from hospitals to million-dollar coastal homes
⏩ Jump to your favorite parts:
00:00 – Guest Intro
00:37 – The Origin of ACRE by Modern Mill
01:07 – The Importance of Sustainable Building Materials
02:08 – Why ACRE Beats Traditional Wood and Composites
07:47 – Performance and Installation of ACRE
15:23 – Sustainable and Easy-to-Maintain: ACRE’s Benefi ts
22:34 – The High Cost of Home Maintenance
23:58 – Psychological Perks and Biophilic Benefi ts of ACRE
27:13 – ACRE in Medical and Senior Care Facilities
29:10 – ACRE’s Versatility in Interior Applications
36:08 – Sustainability and Longevity of ACRE
41:22 – ACRE’s Fire and Hurricane Credentials
About Chris Guimond & Modern Mill
Chris Guimond is the CEO of Modern Mill, a sustainable building materials company creating eco-friendly wood alternatives from upcycled rice hulls.
Modern Mill’s flagship product, ACRE, offers a no-compromise alternative to traditional wood. It is durable, beautiful, low-maintenance, and fully recyclable. Made in the USA, ACRE is reimagining how sustainable design meets performance.
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Website: https://modern-mill.com
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modern.mill/
Twitter: https://x.com/ModernMillAcre
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Modern-Mill
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