Zero-Energy Buildings: Designing for a More Sustainable Tomorrow
On June 6, 2024, White House National Climate Advisor Ali Zaidi announced the new definition for “zero-energy buildings” at the American Institute of Architects conference. Although this announcement doesn’t carry new regulations for commercial or residential construction, it does outline a target for new buildings and may reveal which features we can expect to become […]
Historic Restoration: How People Save Buildings with a Story
It’s been a long road, but after fires devastated the Notre Dame Cathedral back in 2019, the historic landmark is finally preparing to reopen its doors later this year. Restoring and renovating historic buildings can be costly and time-consuming, but the cultural, educational, and economic benefits down the road often make the effort worthwhile. A […]
Adaptive Reuse: Giving Old Buildings New Life
Adaptive reuse is on the rise in commercial real estate as somewhat radical shifts continue to reverberate throughout various CRE subsectors. With the mercurial nature of office and retail space utilization, finding creative ways to repurpose properties without starting from scratch is certainly in the air. This is where “adaptive reuse” comes into play. Do […]