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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…

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Sustainable design simplified

Why does sustainable building design matter? In short, we have an increasing population and a finite amount of resources. The…

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Waste 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…

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Sustainable 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…

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Pursuing 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…

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What 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…

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Jackie 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…

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Do 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…

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What 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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