Sustainable Materials

• Material Selection
• Material Transparency
• Avoiding Toxic Chemicals
• Efficient Use of Materials
• Reduced Manufacturing Impacts
• Waste Management
• Responsible Sourcing
• Product Reviews

Design Strategies

• Resilient Design
• Comfort & Productivity
• Design for Health
• Evidence-Based Design
• Commissioning
• Life-Cycle Assessment
• Daylighting
• Natural Ventilation
• Smart Siting
• Onsite Energy
• Walkable Communities
• Connections to Nature

Building Science

• Site Assessment & Design
• Performance Modeling
• Building Envelope
• Moisture Management
• Energy Efficiency
• Water Efficiency
• Indoor Air Quality
• Heating & Cooling
• Lighting Design
• Software Tools for Architects

Buildings & Project Types

• Existing Buildings
• New Construction
• Commercial Interiors
• Residential Single Family
• Residential Multifamily
• Schools
• Healthcare
• Hospitality
• Neighborhoods
• Operations & Maintenance

Design Process

• Integrative Process
• Setting Goals
• Client Values
• The Big Picture
• Social Responsibility
• First Costs
• Operational Costs
• Post-occupancy Evaluation
• Occupant Engagement
• Green Building Education

Codes & Certifications

• Policies & Programs
• Living Building Challenge
• LEED
• WELL & Fitwel
• Codes
• Energy Star
• Other Ratings & Standards