Polly Bart, owner of Greenbuilders, Inc. is dedicated to sustainability but also quite pragmatic about it. She helped with design decisions we were stuck on and solved some tricky structural problems we encountered. We feel confident that any wall Polly opened up will still be standing long after we’re gone, even if the rest of the place isn’t. Her communication with us was top-notch, which helped enormously.

Audrey and Don, Mt. Washington

Polly listened closely and patiently to my input and managed her subcontractors firmly but respectfully. I felt like we were all in this together, and what resulted were wonderfully crafted unique spaces that continue to offer me respite and joy. I should note that we used some really neat materials such as clay paint, marmoleum, and crackling paint.

Merritt and Phil, Mt. Washington.

Rather than just deliver what we asked for, Polly listened to our issues, climbed up into the attic, and discovered a completely different solution. That the solution was about 25% the cost of what previous contractors told us was necessary is quite good. That her solution worked more effectively than we expected—is extraordinary.

Jim and Marjorie, Roland Park.

Polly introduced me to wonderful materials. I designed my own countertop out of Durat, an eco-friendly material which is pretty, durable, easy to work with, and was affordable because Durat was happy with our ideas and made us a special offer. Polly’s crews made me matching knobs of the same pretty blue. My dream kitchen became a reality!

Susan, Ruxton.

Work was completed ahead of schedule and to extremely high quality standards, with minimal disruption. We were pleased with Polly’s green recommendations and found a great local soapstone that looks beautiful in the kitchen and is wearing well. Our daughter still asks when Polly is coming back, and we LOVE our kitchen.

Hannah and Joshua, Roland Park.

Working with Polly has been a learning experience in the best possible way, and a joy. She kept us informed and involved every step of the way, even having us participate in the stacking of the bales for our beautiful straw bale wall! Her working crew was superb, her manner always straightforward and fair. Most importantly, our eco-friendly addition makes us delighted and proud daily.

Seth and Violaine, Baltimore County.

Instead of a stressful, emotionally draining experience, the construction period was a fun, peak experience for the clients—very unique! Polly is a pleasure to work with—honest, forthright and fair. Her dedication to green technologies and her passion are quite contagious!

Mark P., subcontractor.

Polly brings a wealth of information to the table, not just related to construction but about the natural world and the context in which we engage it. It is a pleasure to work with Polly and have her share her enthusiasm for sustainable building.

Joe Archibald, architect.