“We need to build more sustainably not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it’s the only thing to do if we want to create a better future for generations to come.” -James Wines. Growth and development of a community has a direct impact on the…
“Sustainable buildings are: lovable, because if they can’t be loved, they will not last; durable, because they must endure, if they’re to be sustainable; flexible, because if they endure, they will need to be used for many uses over centuries; frugal, because energy hogs can’t be sustained in a healthy…
GAIL Jubilee Tower, NOIDA: A beacon of architectural marvel and sustainability “Sustainable design is more than just a trend; it’s about ensuring that our buildings are fit for purpose now and in the future.” -John Alker. Sustainability is of course not just a fad, a fashion trend, that would be…
The Bullitt Center, Seattle, USA: A sustainable marvel “Sustainability in office buildings isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity in today’s world if we want to create resilient and thriving communities.” -Peter Cantlay. Office buildings use a huge number of resources, often employing non-renewable resources and leaving a great impact on…
The Edge: A green oasis in Amsterdam’s skyline The Valley by MVRDV | © Ossip van Duivenbode “If every building was to consume its own sewerage that’d be huge. Then if every building made its own power, and heated and cooled itself, and caught its own water rather than sucking…
Transforming urban landscapes for a greener tomorrow “In essence, green is life, health, abundance, and growth.” -Ray Kroc. In the face of rapid urbanization and climate change, the need to make our city landscapes more sustainable has never been more critical. As populations surge and cities expand, innovative approaches…