Author: LEED Blogger
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Bright’n Green Net-Zero Building Unveiled in Brooklyn
A net-zero apartment complex was recently opened in Brighton Beach, Brooklyn, NY. The construction of this sustainable building was put on hold by hurricane Sandy, which hit when the building was already under construction. According to Robert Scarano, the architect who designed the Bright ’n Green project, as it is called, did not suffer major…
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Artistic and Sustainable Shipping Container Home in California
This modern and striking home/studio was built a few years ago, but deserves a second look. It was created by designer Jennifer Siegal, who was tasked with the job by a client who wanted to transform a former junkyard in downtown Los Angeles into a live-work artists community. To get the job done, Jennifer salvaged…
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Reflecting Building Heat into Space
New “heat mirror” could revolutionize facility cooling. More…
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New Luxury P.A.T.H. Houses are Very Energy Efficient
The Prefabricated Accessible Technological Homes (or P.A.T.H.) are high-end, luxury prefab homes, which are capable of producing more energy that they require. These homes were created by French designer and architect Philippe Starck in collaboration with Slovenian prefabricated housing specialist Riko. The two partners are selling these homes under the name “Starck with Riko”. The…
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Energy Reduction Training Boosts Occupant Satisfaction
Education improves efficiency and employee happiness. More…