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What is building science?
The role of building science in sustainable, energy-efficient design What is building science? Building science is an area of study…
Read moreSustainable design simplified
Why does sustainable building design matter? In short, we have an increasing population and a finite amount of resources. The…
Read moreWaste not, want not: embracing material reuse
Material recycling contributes to a more sustainable built environment Is adaptive reuse the answer to sustainable building design? It’s no…
Read moreSustainable design can serve your cannabis business
3 eco-friendly design considerations for cannabis businesses When budding cannabis entrepreneurs think green, they often have more than plants and…
Read morePursuing petals: Shelter embraces the Living Building Challenge
Here’s to the belief that things must change. To using fewer resources. To creating fewer toxins. To nourishing our spirit…
Read moreWhat is a Declare label?
Ever check nutrition labels before choosing a grocery item? Do you know there’s a similar tool to help you select…
Read moreJackie Millea earns Living Future Accreditation (LFA)
Obtainment of Living Future Accreditation reflects Shelter team's dedication to sustainability This week, Shelter Architecture President and CEO Jackie Millea…
Read moreDo green roofs require special springtime care?
As temperatures creep upward and the calendar advances into late spring, many homeowners are tending to lawns, flower beds and…
Read moreWhat energy models tell us about a building’s environmental impact
As a signatory firm of the 2030 Challenge, Shelter is implementing ways to better understand — and improve — the…
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