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This course provides conceptual frames and analytical tools and focuses on simple methods and spreadsheet-based tools to guide the green novice or veteran in analyzing and benchmarking the sustainability of a wide range of products and materials.
This course also covers key conceptual frames (biomimicry, anthropogenic nature and others), greenwash awareness, LCA and material rating systems (C2C and SMART).
Participants will source and analysis materials with the help of product manufacturers, representatives, suppliers and free or low-cost information.
The class will be beneficial to architects, designers, facility managers, purchasing agents, product manufacturers and product representatives.
The tools provided will help in selecting and analyzing materials for high-performance sustainable residential and commercial interior build-outs, sustainable furnishings, LEED for Commercial Interiors (Ci), New Construction (NC), Core and Shell (CS) and more.
Materials for orienting oneself to the online classroom will be available in each course.
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The American Institute of Architects (AIA) announced the ten recipients of the 2008 AIA Young Architects Award.
Young Architects are defined as professionals who have been licensed 10 years or fewer regardless of their age.
This award honors individuals who have shown exceptional leadership and made significant contributions to the profession early in their careers.
The Young Architects Award will be presented to the recipients at the AIA 2008 National Convention and Design Exposition in Boston in May.
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Ten Architects Selected to Receive the 2008 AIA Young Architects Award
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Two in three men and three in four women in England don't get enough exercise, but the good news is that the answer lies on our doorstep.
CABE has long argued that the design of your neighbourhood really does influence whether you're fit in the long term or whether you're going to gradually just put on weight.
That's because it's regular exercise which takes and keeps the pounds off - but you are only likely to take that exercise if local streets and open spaces are inviting.
The case for investing in decent design for streets and open spaces is getting stronger by the day.
This week saw the publication of both new government strategy and independent public health guidance into how active lifestyles can be designed into streets, towns, and cities.
Healthy Weight, Healthy Lives from the Department of Health outlines the government's plans to encourage healthier lifestyles.
There are some great proposals for 'healthy towns' which prioritise walking and cycling, outdoor green spaces and community-based initiatives to promote a good diet.
There is also a welcome focus on children and young people, especially the investment in "healthy schools".
CABE is working to ensure that safe and active travel to school is considered in the design and refurbishment of schools through the Building Schools for the Future programme.
It should also provide spaces for active play, and use school grounds to promote learning about healthy food.
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For the second time, René Desjardins has created the interior design for the new offices of Montreal ad agency BOS.
On November 1, 2007, the project tied for the Créativité Montréal Grand Prize in the category of offices over 10,000 sq. ft.
When BOS moved into its St. Lawrence Blvd. office in 1995, the agency's partners asked René Desjardins to do the interior design.
The project stretched out over 8 years, as the office was renovated a number of times.
The final design was a model of consistency and organization, winning an Institute of Design Montréal Award in 2003, some 10 years after the starting phase!
By 2005, having outgrown its St. Lawrence office, BOS purchased an old warehouse on the Lachine Canal.
Once again, management called on René Desjardins* for help with the conversion and renovation project.
The design mandate was to fit out 45,000 sq. ft. of work and meeting areas, bathrooms and the building's annex.
The designer immediately understood that the industrial building was a powerful space.
Composed of strong, imposing elements like exposed brick walls and structural steel, the site's architecture required a forceful approach.
Desjardins decided to design new fixtures and fittings, more in line with the spirit and scale of the site.
He opted for waxed black steel, an industrial material that is nonetheless smooth and warm to the touch.
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International architecture, planning, engineering, interior design and program management firm LEO A DALY is pleased to announce the appointment of Janis J. Saltans, AIA, as vice president and director of design for the firm's Washington, D.C. office.
Mr. Saltans brings nearly 25 years of international architecture and planning design experience to the firm.
Over the course of his diversified career, he has designed innovative projects of various scale and complexity in countries including China, Israel, Japan, Latvia, Poland, Russia, Turkey and the United States.
According to Saltans, who recently returned to the U.S. after working in China for more than three years, "This is an exciting time to join LEO A DALY, as the firm's international presence uniquely positions us for architectural opportunities in China and other burgeoning markets.
I look forward to imparting a global perspective on the challenges our architectural studio addresses to enhance the built environment, both locally and abroad."
According to the Managing Principal of LEO A DALY's Washington office, Ambassador Richard N. Swett, FAIA, "Janis Saltans is the ideal person to serve as the Director of Design for our Washington office.
With our focus on both domestic and international projects, Mr. Saltans' years of stellar work abroad and his exceptional design talent will make him an invaluable asset to the firm.
We are excited to have him on the LEO A DALY team."
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LEO A DALY D.C. Welcomes Janis Saltans as Director of Design
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