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3 ways prefabrication doubles as a sustainability strategy

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3 ways prefabrication doubles as a sustainability strategy 0 qpurcell Mon, 03/20/2023 - 11:09 Modular Building Corie Baker, AIA, shares three modular Gresham Smith projects that found sustainability benefits from the use of prefabrication. Utilizing Prefabrication as a Sustainability Strategy 1.

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3 sustainable design decisions to make early

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3 sustainable design decisions to make early 0 qpurcell Mon, 04/08/2024 - 09:26 Sustainability In her experience as an architect, Megan Valentine AIA, LEED AP, NCARB, WELL AP, Fitwel, Director of Sustainability, KTGY details three early sustainable design decisions: site selection, massing and orientation, and proper window-to-wall ratios.

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40 Under 40 Class of 2023 winner Kimberly Dowdell inaugurated as AIA 2024 President

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Architects Movers+Shapers Women in Design+Construction The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has announced the inauguration of Kimberly Dowdell , AIA, NOMAC, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C, as its 100th president.

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Hord Coplan Macht names Ilijana Soldan as Sustainability Manager

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Hord Coplan Macht names Ilijana Soldan as Sustainability Manager Hord Coplan Macht, Baltimore, MD., has promoted Ilijana Soldan, AIA, LEED AP, EcoDistricts, NCARB, to Sustainability Manager. Under Soldan's leadership, the Sustainability Action Team will remain critical in spearheading the firm’s ongoing initiatives.

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Resilient Flooring: The sustainable specification

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by Jane Rohde, AIA, FIIDA, ASID, ACHA, CHID, LEED AP BD+C, GGA-EB, GGF. When specifying flooring, one should consider both sustainability and performance. These factors not only contribute to the sustainability of the flooring, but how it performs. Even sustainably made floors must be installed correctly.

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Tactical issues for renovating university research buildings

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Tactical issues for renovating university research buildings 0 qpurcell Thu, 01/25/2024 - 13:30 Laboratories Matthew Plecity, AIA, ASLA, Principal, GBBN, highlights the connection between the built environment and laboratory research, and weighs the benefits of renovation vs. new construction. To Build (Anew), Or Not to Build?

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7 ways multifamily designers can promote wellness in urban communities

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This has led to a rise in conversation on health and well-being, as people are increasingly cognizant of the impact built environments have on their physical and mental health. Providing spaces for plants to thrive within a residence provides health benefits and also allows people to connect with the natural environment.

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