Michelle A. Roberts, a Professional Affiliate of the Boston Society of Architects, is a Building Science and Systems Designer and Consultant. She is also an expert in Healthy Housing. Michelle is currently the Principal and CEO of
Ecohealth's designs and construction methods empower and enable residential building system manufacturers, developers, and builders to construct sustainable, SAFE and HEALTHY housing and communities.
Ms. Roberts graduated in 1990 from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. She received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Women’s Studies within the College of Humanities & Fine Arts. Ms. specialized in Advertising and Marketing to Women.
She has also studied Residential Design at Mt. Ida College’s School of Design in Newton, Massachusetts and attended the Nationally Acclaimed “HOUSES THAT WORK™ Educational Series.” Developed by the Energy & Environmental Building Association (EEBA™), Houses That Work is based on research from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Building America Program. Houses That Work education provides attendees with ways to improve the performance, efficiency, durability, safety and health of the homes they build making them a better value for their customers and incorporating GREEN practices into their business formula.
In July 2008 she was appointed to Governor Deval Patrick's Massachusetts Zero Net Energy Buildings Task Force.
In 2008, Ms. Roberts was presented the prestigious “30 UNDER 40” Systems Built Award at the NAHB International Builders Show. This award recognizes leaders in the Systems Built Industry (Modular, Panel, Timber, Log). These individuals’ skills, visibility, and influence are shaping the future of American Housing.
Ecohealth Homes and Penn Lyon Homes announced winners of the prestigious 2008 National Modular Housing Council "Concept Home Design Award. Michelle is also a regular writer for the DESIGN TRENDS column in the nationally Acclaimed “Building Systems Magazine”.
In 2008 she spoke at the NAHB International Builder’s Show in regards to the challenges women have on the construction site. In January, she will speak at the 2009 IBS in
Michelle is also a Volunteer Mentor for “One Family Inc.” One Family Inc.’s mission is to end family homelessness in
Affiliations: Professional Affiliate of the Boston Society of Architects, Energy Star Design Partner, The U.S. Department of Energy’s Builders Challenge Program, The Society of Building Science Educators, The National Association of Home Builders(NAHB), The National Housing Center Board of Governors, The NAHB Building System Council, The NAHB Women’s Council and its Membership, Communication and Education Committees, a Professional Associate of the APA-The Engineered Wood Association, Partnership for Andvance Technolgies in Housing (PATH) Design and Build Partner, The Boston Design Center, Licensed Massacusetts Home Improvement Contractor.
Ms. Roberts lives in the Boston Area with her husband and two children.
“Michelle Roberts brings a refreshing perspective to building green homes. She rightfully emphasizes the healthy living aspects of green construction. This is critical because almost all customers want a healthy home, even ones who are unwilling to pay for sustainable practices and renewable resources. Michelle will help you design green homes that customers will buy, with features they think are worth the price. Michelle will not only help you increase sales, she will enhance your company’s reputation as a green builder. Practically speaking, Michelle has the most comprehensive list of healthy home specifications that I know of, and she will work with you and your customers to deliver the right combination of features and price. Personally speaking, Michelle is a pleasure to work with. She’s warm, supportive, and generous with her time and creativity. I encourage you to let her work directly with your customers, since they will enjoy her every bit as much as you do.” Top qualities: Great Results , Personable , Expert Michael Berry, Account Manager ICF International In Support of the MA New Homes with ENERGY STAR Program
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Rick Terry, Director
Factory Built
"Michelle is top notch! Besides her obvious unending supply of enthusiasm and energy, Michelle is a professional at the highest level. Her dedication to her building philosophy with Ecohealth Homes will impact the way we do things in our industry. It has been a pleasure to work with someone who can always see the positive when others around her may not. Michelle is a welcomed ally in the pursuit of bringing knowledge of building systems to the construction industry as a logical solution to on-site construction. Her drive and vision are an inspiration to all those around her. I would highly recommend Michelle as a strategic addition to any organization."
Andrew Gianino, PhD
National Modular Housing Expert, Author of "The Modular Home", & President of The Home Store
"I have known Michelle Roberts for the last two years and in that time I have known her to be driven, goal orientated and key market player in the