Local Professional Earns Prestigious "Healthy Materials Advocate" Certification from Parsons School of Design
Houston, TX - April 27, 2025 - Conscious Healthy Home is proud to announce the successful completion of the rigorous Healthy Materials program developed by Parsons' Healthy Materials Lab at The New School, earning the distinguished credential of "Healthy Materials Advocate."
This comprehensive certification program equips architects and designers with the knowledge and methodologies to select healthier building materials while considering both cost implications and sustainability goals. The credential represents 8 AIA CEU (HSW) and 8 IDCEC CEU (HSW) hours of professional development.
"The Healthy Materials program has transformed my understanding of how building materials impact human health," said Greenfield. "I'm now better prepared and resourced to identify and advocate for healthier product alternatives and implement practical strategies that benefit both occupants and everyone involved in the construction process."
The program consisted of in-depth learning experiences covering critical relationships between building materials, chemical toxicity, and environmental exposures. Participants learned to evaluate building products against established health criteria and set human health design goals early in the project lifecycle.
Led by experts in materials science, design, sustainability, and public health, the curriculum addressed:
Building material health implications within environmental and human health contexts
Chemical toxicity identification and exposure pathways
Life cycle assessment of materials
Indoor air quality improvement strategies
Material health standards, regulations, and reporting systems
Integrated design processes for healthier buildings
Implementation practices for contractors and maintenance teams
This certification enhances Conscious Healthy Home's commitment to creating healthier built environments and positions the firm as a leader in the growing movement toward healthier, more sustainable design practices.
About Conscious Healthy Home, LLC:
Founded in 2023, Conscious Healthy Home, LLC provides specialized consulting services for families and individuals seeking to create healthier living environments. The company was born from founder Cristina Greenfield's personal experience discovering toxic mold in her family home that caused serious health issues for her family. Combining her legal background with certifications from the Building Biology Institute as a Building Biology Advocate and the Passive House Institute of the US (PHIUS) as a Certified Passive House Builder, Cristina helps clients navigate the complexities of building or renovating homes with health and wellness as primary considerations. Conscious Healthy Home offers guidance on selecting the right team of professionals, identifying appropriate building materials and methods, and implementing strategies to create living spaces that support optimal health.
For more information about Conscious Healthy Home's healthy materials initiatives or to schedule an interview, please contact:
Cristina Greenfield
Founder
cristina@conscioushealthyhome.com
About Parsons' Healthy Materials Lab: Parsons' Healthy Materials Lab provides architects and designers with tools and methods to make healthier building product choices while being mindful of cost and broader sustainability considerations. The Lab brings together experts from materials science, design, sustainability, and public health to develop strategies that improve the overall health profile of everyone involved in the built environment.
