Architects Are a Lagging Indicator for Sustainable Design

By on | 2 Comments

“Although architecture schools are adding courses on how to design green buildings, the consensus is that more needs to be done. Indeed, the notion of sustainable design – balancing architecture’s emphasis on style and structure with the creation of buildings that protect the environment, human health and save resources – presents a challenge.”

Tagged with →  

Keep your finger on the pulse–sign up for Placemaking News today! subscribe

  • http://www.sustainablearchitects.org.uk sustainable architects

    Since the rise of sustainable buildings and environmental awareness, lot
    of companies in the business industry have shifted from ordinary office
    to sustainable one. I think this event is also an organizational
    strategy which reduces and conserving the cost of operation like
    electricity and water. Sustainable offices are good long investment.

  • http://www.schoolarchitects.org.uk school architects

    The entire life cycle of the building and its components is considered, as well as the economic and environmental impact and performance. Solar heating and passive cooling cuts energy bills down to pennies on the dollar.