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Sangren Hall - Western Michigan University

A Center for the West

September 19, 2013

A university in Michigan transformed its campus core into a sustainable haven to accommodate a variety of learning styles.

Students Cultivating Sun-Powered Living

Chandra Slaven

September 17, 2013

Twenty teams from universities across the world will compete to design solar-powered homes that are attractive to your wallet and environment.

Sustainable Roofing

Shining a Light on Daylighting

If you’re not sure daylighting is important for roofing contractors, try this quick test.

Jim Hoff

August 12, 2013

Does your company’s website include a section on daylighting? If not, you may be missing out on one of the fastest-growing trends in both commercial and residential roofing.

Boston Goes Green

The Element Combines Sustainability and Luxury in Allston’s Green District

Samantha Meux

August 7, 2013

The Element is one of a series of sustainable retrofits in the Allston Green District to meet Boston's 2007 Green Building Zoning motion.

Restructuring the Sunny Day: Solar Meets Design

Mark Cerasuolo

August 6, 2013

Innovative commercial and residential examples can provide builders, buyers and homeowners with lessons in aesthetically pleasing solar design.

DART’s Historic Structural Renovation

July 1, 2013

Structural solutions help an early 20th century maintenance facility in Dallas become a LEED Platinum police headquarters.

Bringing New Light to School

Rachel French

July 1, 2013

When a middle school in Kentucky opens in the fall, green products and design techniques intend to revolutionize the new environment for the expected 610 new students.

CEU

Taking Stormwater By Storm

Rainwater harvesting and green roofs not only capture stormwater for reuse, but they also help relieve the burden on municipal sewer systems.

June 20, 2013

Sponsored by Hydrotech, this CEU details how to optimize stormwater management.

Green, Greener, Greenest: Implications for Green Roof Design

James R. Kirby AIA

June 3, 2013

Four similar buildings at a correction facility presented a perfect opportunity to compare roof performance.

First Things First: Energy Efficiency Starts With Roof Insulation

Sustainable Roofing

James R. Kirby AIA

June 1, 2013

There are many ways to achieve energy efficiency, but insulation is the place to start.

Modular Construction Accelerates Community Hospital Project

Transforming Historic Mass. Landmark into New Mixed-Use Hub

Convention Center Opens Up Brutalist Arena Facade with Curtain Wall

Events

December 3, 2024

The Evolving Landscape of Commercial Energy Efficiency

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 PDH, LA CES/HSW; 0.1 ICC CEU; 1 IIBEC CEH; 0.1 IACET CEU

This course equips owners, architects, engineers, and construction professionals with the knowledge to navigate the evolving landscape of commercial energy efficiency codes and their critical role in sustainable and energy-efficient building design. We will delve into the most recent and upcoming energy codes and standards, with a focus on ASHRAE 90.1 and IECC, and explore their implications for building enclosure design and performance

December 3, 2024

Next Level Cladding with Resin Cast Shapes

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 0.1 ICC CEU; 1 IIBEC CEH; 0.1 IACET CEU

This course examines wood and brick resin cast shapes' and demonstrates their sustainability and performance qualities. They are durable, lightweight, and easy to install. Case studies of noteworthy projects illustrate the superior form and function of this next-level cladding alternative.

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