Architect Magazine: Green Design

The Sustainable Future of Wooden Skyscrapers

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 08:46:12 EST

Michael Green says his wooden towers can help offset climate change. Can he find a client willing to go out on a limb and build one?

EPDs Try to Clarify How Green are Green Building Products

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 10:47:55 EST

Every product seems to have a sustainable story these days. Environmental Product Declarations were created to vet manufacturers’ claims. Have they been successful?

Earth First

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 10:13:49 EST

A pioneering house fares well during sustainability's ascent.

How to Remediate a Brownfield Site and Revitalize Communities

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 06:18:15 EST

Critical in the repositioning of our postindustrial cities, brownfield redevelopments can transform a blemish on the map into a thriving hub of activity—particularly if designers have a say in the process.

Sheikh Khalifa Medical City

Wed, 8 May 2013 09:49:48 EST

Sheikh Khalifa Medical City / Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates / Skidmore, Owings & Merrill

The Thin Green Line

Tue, 8 May 2012 03:25:01 EST

Residential architects form the front line between industry definitions of sustainability and public perception.

Tracking LEED

Mon, 14 May 2012 05:42:56 EST

Following the progress of LEED in total projects, square footage, and news coverage.

Certified Legal

Tue, 15 May 2012 11:12:22 EST

Spelling out the letter of the law regarding sustainable design.

Energy.Environment.Experiential Learning

Tue, 15 May 2012 11:12:52 EST

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

The Centre for Interactive Research on Sustainability

Tue, 15 May 2012 11:14:37 EST

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Research and Rehabilitation

Mon, 14 May 2012 03:21:04 EST

The Fort Belvoir Community Hospital takes a holistic and analytical approach to sustainable healthcare design.

A Natural Stance

Tue, 15 May 2012 11:10:48 EST

The Bow seeks to redefine the role of sustainability in human wellness and a happier workplace.

Code Words

Fri, 2 Mar 2012 06:34:49 EST

An international green construction code will change the game. Are we ready?

In Development

Mon, 14 May 2012 11:09:23 EST

A discussion with Scot Horst, USGBC senior vice president, LEED, about the last stages of system development for LEED 2012.

What's In Your Product?

Fri, 2 Mar 2012 06:33:48 EST

A designer at BNIM examines the evolving use of environmental product declarations.

Solar Decathlon 2011 Profile: Appalachian State University

Fri, 2 Mar 2012 06:27:31 EST

An interview with Chelsea Royall, design director for the Solar Homestead, Appalachian State University’s entry for the U.S. Department of Energy’s 2011 Solar Decathlon.

The Grass Ceiling

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 05:54:03 EST

Green roofs are here to stay. But aesthetics and energy savings must be balanced with the practicalities of structure, water, and wear.

University of Kansas Center for Design Research

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 05:57:03 EST

Lawrence, Kansas / Studio 804

The 2011 Evergreen Awards Perspective Winner

Fri, 2 Mar 2012 06:30:15 EST

William Browning of Terrapin Bright Green

From Planes to Placemaking

Fri, 2 Mar 2012 06:30:46 EST

Edmonton wants to turn a historic airport into a carbon-neutral community for 30,000 residents. Two directors from Perkins+Will explain how it can be done.