Case Studies
The Center for Human Ecology was designed by OPAL to Passive House standards despite being located in a cold climate.
They say the road to Hell is paved with good intentions, but our case studies prove otherwise (at least sometimes). Check out these resources to find out how sustainable design actually turns out in the real world. You might be surprised!
Case Studies
Deep Dives
Get up to speed on complex topics. You can also earn CEUs and download PDF Spotlight Reports.
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Existing Buildings Are Architecture’s Future
Feature Article
Take a plain old building and turn it into something remarkable, and you’ll also help save the planet.
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Equity in Design and Construction: Seven Case Studies
Feature Article
From an affordable multifamily building to an iconic museum, these projects are designed and built to advance equity, diversity, and inclusion -
Passive House on Campus: Eight Exemplary Projects
Feature Article
Passive House has energy, carbon, and comfort benefits for higher ed. But getting the details right isn’t easy.
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When Hurricane Harvey Hit, the Texas Medical Center Stood Ready
Feature Article
At the Texas Medical Center, hard-won lessons learned from Tropical Storm Allison kept Hurricane Harvey at bay.
In The News
We break news down to the essentials and provide expert analysis.
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Social Resilience and Equity in the Heart of Cleveland
News Analysis
At the UH Rainbow Center for Women and Children, a community comes together.
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Learning from the Best: The 2019 COTE Top Ten
News Analysis
The 2019 winners of AIA’s COTE Top Ten are all about education and connection to place.
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The Combined Effectiveness of Prefab, Wood, and Passive House
News Analysis
Recent projects have combined modular prefabrication, wood construction, and Passive House design to address sustainability goals.
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2018 AIA COTE Top Ten Build Community
News Analysis
The 2018 AIA COTE Top Ten winning projects combine small ecological footprints with big social benefits.
Perspective
Thought-provoking opinions from the most trusted minds in sustainability.
Learning Resources
A wide range of education options, with automatic reporting for AIA and GBCI.
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Existing Buildings Are Architecture’s Future
Feature Article
Take a plain old building and turn it into something remarkable, and you’ll also help save the planet.
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Equity in Design and Construction: Seven Case Studies
Feature Article
From an affordable multifamily building to an iconic museum, these projects are designed and built to advance equity, diversity, and inclusion -
Passive House on Campus: Eight Exemplary Projects
Feature Article
Passive House has energy, carbon, and comfort benefits for higher ed. But getting the details right isn’t easy.
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When Hurricane Harvey Hit, the Texas Medical Center Stood Ready
Feature Article
At the Texas Medical Center, hard-won lessons learned from Tropical Storm Allison kept Hurricane Harvey at bay.