These buildings can come in any shape or size, so long as their design embodies more than just a greenwashed buzzword ...

Multiple buildings on Penn’s campus have been designated with certifications from the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design program. The buildings — which include the Vagelos Laboratory for ...

What is passive solar energy, and how can passive solar be incorporated into energy efficient home designs? A natural builder shares tips on building an energy-efficient home. To me, the art of ...

Traditional craftsmanship meets modern innovation in the work of New Jersey–based Scandic Builders. The environmentally conscious builder utilizes recycled and sustainable materials, renewable energy ...

In keeping with Northwestern University’s commitment to be a national leader in sustainability to establish the University standard for incorporation of sustainable practices into the process of ...

Minimizing environmental impacts makes good financial sense, write HELD Architecture's Kristina Held and Future of Neighborhood Development's Trent Michels. As urban populations grow and environmental ...

Similar to a chameleon that changes color to blend in with its environment, architecture must constantly evolve and adapt to changing demands. A few decades ago, homes used to be associated solely ...

The 200,000-square-foot Credit Human Federal Credit Union project aims to establish new benchmarks for efficiency, comfort, and sustainability. The Credit Human Federal Credit Union headquarters in ...

The pergola is one aspect of ancient architecture that remains relevant today. Pergolas date back to ancient Egypt, but the concept itself might have come much earlier. The evolution of pergolas has ...

The future of our planet depends on how we design the systems that power, build and sustain our world. Engineers are urgently needed to help lead the transition to resilient energy and water systems, ...

My classmates and I saw firsthand how product design can positively engage the community through use of sustainable and recycled materials as well as effective storytelling.” –Zoe Turner, student and ...

Learn to design and build a sustainable rain garden in your backyard, with planning, soil checks, plant selection, and ...