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2021 Gold Medal Recognizes Ed Mazria’s Climate Activism

Joann Gonchar, FAIA

January 4, 2021

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The architect is credited with shining a light on the connection between buildings and global warming.

AIA Names 2021 Winners of Gold Medal and Firm Award

Kara Mavros

December 8, 2020

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The organization has recognized Edward Mazria for his efforts in combatting the climate crisis and Moody Nolan for its history of creating distinguished architecture.

Major British Firms Withdraw from 'Architects Declare' Movement

Kara Mavros

December 2, 2020

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Foster + Partners announced it would leave the climate initiative over an aviation skirmish, followed by Zaha Hadid Architects.

The King Open/Cambridge Street Upper Schools and Community Complex.

Continuing Education: Building Electrification

Joann Gonchar, FAIA

December 1, 2020

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In the race to reduce carbon emissions, an all-electric movement charges ahead.

Profession Must Zero in on Carbon to Meet 2030 Climate Goals

Joann Gonchar, FAIA

November 30, 2020

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This fall, the AIA released data from 2030 Commitment participants, showing advancement from 2018 to 2019—but also room for improvement.

Anna Heringer Wins 2020 Obel Award for Anandaloy Community Center

Kara Mavros

October 23, 2020

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The German architect designed the Bangladeshi building with only local materials and craftmanship.

Catalyst by Katerra and Michael Green Architecture

Spokane, Washington

Joann Gonchar, FAIA

October 20, 2020

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Katerra’s latest building, designed with Michael Green, aims for both zero energy and zero carbon.

New affordable housing by LMSA in San Francisco.

Continuing Education: Environmental Inequity

Katharine Logan

October 1, 2020

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As the brunt of the climate emergency falls on disadvantaged communities, green design must sharpen its focus on social values.

The Edge by Dub Architects

Edmonton, Alberta

Suzanne Stephens

September 9, 2020

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A building in Edmonton, Alberta, emphasizes translucency, linearity, and sustainability.

McDonald’s Flagship by Ross Barney Architects

Lake Buena Vista, Florida

Beth Broome

September 2, 2020

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Proving less is more, Carol Ross Barney's firm aims for net zero with a fast food flagship in Disney World.

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Industry

9/8/21 to 9/9/21

Roma Eventi, Pontifical Gregorian University

Piazza della Pilotta, 4

Rome

Italy

Contact: ICSD Secretariat: Gihan Diab, Vladimiro Pelliciardi, Cesare Anselmi

ICSD 2021 : 9th International Conference on Sustainable Development, 8 - 9 September 2021 Rome, Italy

European Center of Sustainable Development in collaboration with Canadian Institute of Technology will organize the 9^th ICSD 2021 International Conference on Sustainable Development, with particular focus on Environmental, Economic and Socio-Cultural Sustainability.

Industry

9/14/21 to 9/16/21

University of Florence

Florence, Italy

Florence

Italy

Contact: Maha Mohamed

Urban Planning & Architectural Design for Sustainable Development – 6th Edition

The 6th Conference on “Urban Planning and Architectural Design for Sustainable Development” (UPADSD), follows the success of the previous meeting in 2015, 2017, 2018 ,2019 and 2020 The Concept of sustainable development has emerged over the past few decades as a new necessity for urban cities. Read More

At the Chicago Architecture Center, our programs and events help you think differently about the places we live, work and play. Get behind-the-scenes access to the city's architectural treasures.

Fire-Rated Expansion Joints: Employing Best Practices + Avoiding Field Problems

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 IACET CEU
May qualify for learning hours through most Canadian architectural associations

There is more to an expansion joint system than just the frame and covers. This AIA CES program deals with the life safety specifics of fire barriers, industry standards and testing. In addition, it covers installation concerns, proper detailing of fire barriers, and the current state of joint system verification.

Items Tagged with 'sustainable architecture'

ARTICLES

2021 Gold Medal Recognizes Ed Mazria’s Climate Activism

AIA Names 2021 Winners of Gold Medal and Firm Award

Major British Firms Withdraw from 'Architects Declare' Movement

Continuing Education: Building Electrification

Profession Must Zero in on Carbon to Meet 2030 Climate Goals

Anna Heringer Wins 2020 Obel Award for Anandaloy Community Center

Catalyst by Katerra and Michael Green Architecture

Continuing Education: Environmental Inequity

The Edge by Dub Architects

McDonald’s Flagship by Ross Barney Architects

EVENTS

Industry

ICSD 2021 : 9th International Conference on Sustainable Development, 8 - 9 September 2021 Rome, Italy

Industry

Urban Planning & Architectural Design for Sustainable Development – 6th Edition

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