Design for Well-Being

Good design supports health and well-being for all people—considering physical, mental, and emotional effects on building occupants and the surrounding community.

Learn more about the AIA Framework for Design Excellence.

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Design for Well-Being

Deep Dives

Get up to speed on complex topics. You can also earn CEUs and download PDF Spotlight Reports.

Quick Takes

Jump straight to the essentials with these short explanations of green building concepts.

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Product Guidance

Unbiased information from our product experts helps you separate green from greenwash.

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  • Blown Insulation

    Product Guide

    Blown-in products with high recycled content, superior energy performance, and low-toxicity ingredients

  • Board Insulation

    Product Guide

    These insulation products and thermal breaks provide superior thermal performance and avoid common chemical hazards.

  • Ceiling Systems

    Product Guide

    Low-emitting acoustical and specialty ceiling systems made from sustainably sourced materials

  • Wallboard

    Product Guide

    Wallboard with high recycled content and Greenguard Gold certification

In The News

We break news down to the essentials and provide expert analysis.

Perspective

Thought-provoking opinions from the most trusted minds in sustainability.

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Learning Resources

Syllabus supplements and CEU content, with automatic reporting for AIA and GBCI.

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