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Green architecture – Log Home in Government Camp, Oregon

By Damir Beciri
22 December 2009

leedcertified-precisioncraftloghomes2You don’t have to build something huge in order to get your project noticed and even earn LEED Platinum certificate. For Mark and Crystal Ryan, building their dream mountain house was synonymous with building what is commonly referred to as a “green” home. This Oregon couple turned to award-winning Mountain Architects and PrecisionCraft Log & Timber… »

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Green architecture – East Portland Community Center Pool

By Damir Beciri
18 December 2009

east-portland-community-center0The recently completed aquatics facility at the East Portland Community Center is the first of its kind to achieve LEED Platinum. The LEED status is a true badge of honor, considering the reputation of aquatics centers which typically consume a lot of energy. The East Portland Community Center Aquatics addition, designed by SERA Architects, added… »

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Green architecture – Portola Valley Town Center

By Damir Beciri
26 November 2009

portola-valley-town-center1The Town of Portola Valley and the design team developed a new master plan through an open and participatory process, a series of public workshops that focused on the Town Center program, site opportunities and constraints, and sustainable design goals on this 11-acre parcel. A new Library, Town Hall, and Community Hall frame a new… »

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Green architecture – 41 Cooper Square

By Damir Beciri
15 November 2009

41-cooper-square_-morphosisBuilt to LEED Gold standards and likely to achieve a Platinum rating, 41 Cooper Square will be the first LEED-certified academic laboratory building in New York City. Designed by Morphosis Architects, the new academic building aspires to manifest the character, culture and vibrancy of both the 150 year-old The Cooper Union institution and of the… »

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Green architecture – Coco Eco Nature Retreat

By Damir Beciri
One Comment8 November 2009

coco-eco-nature-retreat-0Coco Eco Bed and Breakfast Nature Retreat, located at Cable Beach, 20km north of the main township of Broome, is a great example of a sustainable building that demonstrates you can holiday both sustainable and comfortable. They offer comfortable and luxurious accommodation amidst an exotic setting. Set in a site that is a remnant of… »

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Green architecture – Green Lighthouse in Denmark

By Damir Beciri
1 November 2009

green-lighthouse-exteriorIn this article we’re going to write about first public carbon neutral building in Denmark. Designed by Christensen & Co, the sundial-shaped structure was recently completed. The student services center will be showcased during the UN Climate Conference (COP15) this December, where it will serve as proof that carbon neutral buildings are possible with good… »

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Green architecture – PNC Financial’s headquarters green wall

By Damir Beciri
One Comment26 October 2009

pnc-green-wall1The vertical counterparts of green roofs – green walls are becoming more popular. Besides the calming effect of the greenery in our urban world the walls can be arranged to be visually engaging as well. Walls covered in vegetation provide the benefits of natural insulation and removal of air pollutants. PNC Financial Services Group Inc…. »

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Green architecture – Zira Island in Azerbaijan

By Damir Beciri
15 October 2009

zira-islandCarbon neutral master plans are being adopted increasingly in times when energy and emissions are becoming important. And that’s exactly what Azerbaijan will do to develop Zira Island, located in the bay of Caspian Sea next to the capital city Baku. Besides being carbon neutral, this project will make a self-sufficient resort out of a… »