Case Studies
The Center for Human Ecology was designed by OPAL to Passive House standards despite being located in a cold climate.
Case studies of buildings offer strategies that worked in the real world along with lessons learned about what could have gone better.
Case Studies
Deep Dives
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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.
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How Buildings Fail Their Users
Feature Article
A building doesn’t have to be falling down to fail. We share seven stories of green buildings gone wrong—along with tips for prevention.
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Mouth, Meet Money: Case Studies of Outcome-Based Design
Feature Article
Performance-based incentives are a growing (and positive) trend. They’re not as risky as they sound, but there are some steps you should be taking to prepare.
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How to Succeed with the Living Building Challenge: 12 Teams Share Tips
Feature Article
The bar is high—that’s obvious—but watch out for some surprising pitfalls. Here’s how dedicated teams have tackled Living Building challenges.
In The News
We break news down to the essentials and provide expert analysis.
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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.
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Case Study: Structure Tone Headquarters, New York, NY
News Analysis
Well-being at Work: The first WELL-certified project in New York City supports employee health and promotes collaboration.
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2017 AIA COTE Top Ten Awards Emphasize Buildings That Teach
News Analysis
This year’s winning projects act as revolutionary models for a variety of challenging building types.
Perspective
Thought-provoking opinions from the most trusted minds in sustainability.
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Learning Resources
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