How a Yunnan Courtyard House Found a New Home in Harpers Ferry
The China Folk House in Harpers Ferry showcases traditional Chinese architecture, bringing together a diverse community through a remarkable preservation project
Philadelphia Navy Yard’s $2.6 Billion Transformation Sets New Benchmarks in Diversity, Sustainability
Ensemble/Mosaic’s ambitious master plan for the Philadelphia Navy Yard includes a $1 billion diversity pledge and the creation of a LEED-certified neighborhood
Why Water Management Is Among Construction’s Most Pressing Issues
The construction sector uses a lot of water, not least in the manufacture of essential materials like concrete and mortar. As the world confronts a looming climate crisis, what does the industry need to do to manage its water usage more effectively when delivering the homes and other buildings society needs?
How DarkSky Standards Combat Light Pollution and Protect the Night Sky
DarkSky International, an education, advocacy and conservation organization protecting the night sky, approves new luminary standards, lighting programs and policy language
These Two Friends Built a Viral Off-Grid Volcano Retreat in the Heart of Hawaii
The unique retreat offers an extraordinary experience in a custom-built volcano-inspired structure. Go inside.
Manchester’s High-Rise Renaissance: How Towering Developments Are Transforming the City
The city in northwest England is famous for its successful soccer teams, a vibrant music scene and, in recent years, a proliferation of tall buildings.
The Future of Cycling as Sustainable Transportation
The growing popularity of cycling is a promising step forward on the road to creating a more sustainable transport system for our towns and cities. But investment in cycling infrastructure is vital if the potential of a cycling-led future is to be realized.
Why Adaptive Reuse and Retrofitting Are the Future of Sustainable Building Design
The growing trend of transforming structures through adaptive reuse and retrofitting ensures buildings will meet modern sustainability standards and withstand climate change
Building Castles in the Air: Can Top-Down Construction Go Mainstream?
One construction firm thinks so—and has a proof-of-concept project to prove it
Understanding Passive House: Green Building’s Rise Amid Climate Concerns
Passive house techniques are reshaping modern building and architecture by prioritizing both energy efficiency and comfort
Is Retrofitting the Built Environment’s Biggest Carbon Challenge?
Aging buildings are a big factor in climate change, emitting large quantities of carbon. To tackle this problem, efforts are underway to retrofit millions of properties with insulation and other energy-efficient technologies
This Dance Club Turns Heat from Patrons into Geothermal Energy
Crowded dance clubs and music venues generate a lot of human body heat, so this Scottish club found a way to translate it into a significant energy source
Can Green Corridors Solve Cities’ Climate Crisis?
As cities become larger, many are looking at innovative ways to mitigate climate change with sustainable infrastructure like ‘green corridors,’ which use trees and plants to cool urban districts and improve air quality
How EllisDon Is Advancing Its Green Building Practices
The Ontario-based employee-owned construction services company has taken several fascinating measures to drastically reduce its emissions by 2030
Green Building Revolution: Transforming Construction with Sustainable Materials, Innovations
As sustainable practices redefine construction, innovations in materials like green concrete and renewable resources are driving a transformative shift toward greener buildings
