Deconstruction

On our project, we selected deconstruction rather than demolition, and worked with the wonderful folks at Chicago's Reuse People, led by Ken Ortiz, who "carefully deconstruct the building to salvage as many of the reusable materials as possible, diverting them from local landfills." They then transport materials for affordable resale to their partners at The Rebuilding Exchange. There are tax benefits associated with deconstructing rather than demolishing. Some other benefits of deconstruction are described here.