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For the past 10 years we’ve focused on one thing only:
telling the most important stories in green building. Green Building & Design (gb&d) is the magazine for today’s leading green professional. We connect and inspire green building professionals by partnering with those at the forefront of sustainable design, development, planning, and policy. As a trusted source for the world's top architects,

builders, and developers, gb&d showcases projects, products, and trends with sustainability and social responsibility as their top priority.

01/17/2025

A new solution from GPS Air recognizes building and occupant air quality patterns, sensing when contaminants of concern, such as VOCs and fine particles, are introduced—automatically responding to clean the air. Learn about the dedicated clean air system with real-time sensing at https://buff.ly/3Z2xtxn

01/16/2025

This Bialek headquarters project designed by Gensler (photo by Halkin Mason Photography) uses Magneto with linear and pucks from Coronet LED Learn more about the power of carbon-neutral lighting at https://buff.ly/3Nys0c4

01/15/2025

“Given the growth of continuous exterior insulation, architects face a real challenge when it comes to exterior wall design,” says Chip Bisignaro at DuPont Performance Building Solutions “They’ve got to balance energy needs and are required to provide a system that is not only energy-efficient but at its core is fire-resistant and meets code. It can get very complicated.” Learn how to improve performance in exterior building systems at https://buff.ly/3Pxe3MR

01/14/2025

The Corgan-designed Botanical Research Institute of Texas (BRIT) project includes both structural and aesthetic concrete components (photo by Chris Cooper). Explore how precast concrete is evolving for improved logistics, performance, aesthetics, and more with insights from Corgan Inc., GATE Precast and more at https://buff.ly/4gz3DHJ

01/13/2025

The right landscaping can combine with sustainable siding and trim to enhance the final look of residential projects. We talk to the experts at LP Building Solutions for Professionals about the evolution of siding and its effect on curb appeal at https://buff.ly/3WipoEe

01/09/2025

Zinc solutions like that of VMZINC for architecture continue to make memorable designs with their beautiful, sustainable, protective patinas. Arcadis designed Lampwick Quay in Manchester using multiple zinc techniques, as seen here (photo by Paul Karalius). Read more about the possibilities of zinc at https://buff.ly/4haS6ir

01/08/2025

One of the world's most innovative architecture firms designed the Global Seed Vault, affectionately referred to by some as the “doomsday vault,” for the future. Snøhetta delivered a new tunnel to address water infiltration, ensuring long-term protection against changing environmental conditions for the original building. A new service building was also designed to adapt to the challenging permafrost environment—elevated on steel poles and anchored to solid ground. Photo courtesy of Snøhetta, and more insight into this important project at https://buff.ly/4fNhvNV

01/07/2025

Beyond the fact that bird deaths from collisions with building glass are far higher than previously thought (more than one billion annually in the US alone), bird-friendly glass may also be considered for its increased energy efficiency. The FXCollaborative designed Park Point project in Brooklyn features bird-friendly glass and a curved design (photo by Field Condition). Experts at FXCollaborative and Guardian Glass North America share their insights about "bird-friendly" glass and design at https://buff.ly/3W3Apcr

01/06/2025

The design for Atrium Medical Center in Ohio, seen here, incorporates monarch oversized brick from The Belden Brick Company (photo by Maguire Photo). Architects are turning to more diverse shapes and colors of brick than ever for their health care projects. Learn more at https://buff.ly/4eRUlWa

01/03/2025

Isfjord Radio Adventure Hotel from Basecamp Explorer offers guided excursions in a remote area on Svalbard. The property is also home to an incredible pilot program for renewable energy. “Many remote Arctic communities are looking into how to reduce their diesel consumption, and the learnings from this project could be valuable for those communities." Learn more at https://buff.ly/4fCYde2

01/02/2025

Manufacturers like Autex Acoustics are working to move beyond carbon neutral with pelletization and rethinking the resources we already have. Autex innovated the world’s first pelletizer on its journey to circular manufacturing when it couldn’t find a simple effective process already out there. “The thought behind the project was, if this textile has come from a solid material, then a truly circular product should be able to return to a solid material,” said Jonathan Mountfort, creative director at Autex Industries. Learn more at https://buff.ly/4gAntmJ

12/27/2024

WiggleRoom Pods from KI Wall are designed for privacy and productivity. Automatic LED lighting and motion-activated ventilation fans create an inviting environment. Learn more about adaptable architecture at https://buff.ly/4gkxSCz

12/26/2024

Staining masonry and concrete addresses many of the design and maintenance flaws of traditional paints. Stains also chemically bind to the substrate they are applied to, increasing its lifespan. Learn more about your options at https://buff.ly/3WZOwir, including how concrete stains in multicored faux finishes were used on the project pictured, courtesy of Nawkaw

12/20/2024

Companies like GCP keep innovating with new solutions for more sustainable construction. Areas like waterproofing, fireproofing, and weatherproofing are among their top products aiming to make projects more energy-efficient while reducing carbon footprint in the manufacturing and build process. Learn more at https://buff.ly/4eBQs7C

12/18/2024

Smart locks can be wire-free and installed into existing lockers, but new installations wired to a power source can also have lighting and device charging ports. Read how Salto Systems has innovated with expanded utility and applications at https://buff.ly/4ixYSjI

12/16/2024

Enscape Impact from Chaos Enscape is a building performance analysis add-on for Windows that works with the Enscape core product. Explore the fast energy modeling simulation and more at https://buff.ly/4fgDHQc

12/12/2024

The Botanical Research Institute of Texas (BRIT) designed by Corgan Inc. was an early example of a highly energy-efficient building, demonstrating precast concrete’s role in minimizing environmental impact. The firm used GATE Precast alongside other innovative structural solutions. Learn more at https://buff.ly/4gz3DHJ

12/11/2024

Retrofitting older buildings with modern plumbing systems can significantly reduce environmental impact and improve efficiency. Experts from Oatey share tips at https://buff.ly/3ZoLoOg

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