"Using case studies of recent high performance architecture, this session will identify key strategies required to increase sustainable methods to achieve zero carbon goals by the year 2030. The case studies examine design strategies and processes for the next generation of sustainable architecture, going beyond current best practices through synergistic approaches to bioclimatic site design, envelope, energy optimization, daylighting, passive and active systems, and materials." Presented by Terri Meyer Boake and Mary Guzowski; provided by the Society of Building Science Educators.
So... much... important... stuff...
So... much... common sense...
There were entirely too many open seats — but nearly the entire audience was paying rapt attention. It felt like a real victory. Just eighteen credit-chasers left during the summary slide. I counted. True to form, during Q&A, the room cleared — but the exodus started comparatively late.
Listen. There's no way I can do this presentation justice, so I'm not going to try. Forgive me. Download the slide presentation. Look at the information from COTE at the AIA website; scroll down, follow the links.
It's better for you this way.
Comments
I haven't seen the presentation. I will say that there is entirely too much self-congratulatory promotion and a shocking absence of any performance data in the media concerning green buildings. Can we reach concensus that detailed performance information and commentary on "lessons learned" be included in any case studies, design awards or magazine articles. How else can we learn what works and what doesn't?
Posted 5/21/08 6:00 PM by Jim Baerg
