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What Are the Commercial Green Building Trends of 2015?

October 8,2015

If billions of people are going to continue to call the Earth home, then it is important to practice more sustainable methods. Fortunately, Tucson architects are on board with this sustainability movement. Here is a quick look at some of the commercial green building trends of 2015. Enhancing Efficiency in Existing Buildings Efficiency and sustainability are staples of the green movement, and these principles are put into practice with the green building trends of 2015. Both the clientele and the market want to see more energy efficient buildings that impact the environment to a lessened degree. This is the renovation…

Measuring Performance in Sustainable Buildings

September 30,2015

Sustainable building practices have led to a significant reduction in the amount of energy and materials required to construct and maintain modern buildings. From green architectural design to eco-friendly building operations solutions, sustainable buildings aim to reduce, reuse, and recycle to further both financial and ecological goals. The key to future development in this field is the accurate measurement of success with regard to projected sustainability, which will help to drive increasingly efficient design and construction methods. Individual Monitoring The best way to determine whether sustainable practices are effective once construction is complete is individual property monitoring. Recording the amount…