How to Design Buildings That Keep Materials in Play
Most buildings end up being demolished, stripped, and replaced. Forward-thinking designers are challenging this approach, asking: What if every building could serve as a materials bank? The future of construction lies in keeping materials in use for longer and...
Why Material Durability Matters in Sustainable Construction
In our Knowledge Share, we have already discussed Material Adaptability in Sustainable Construction and The Importance of Durability and Resilience in Construction, and today, we will explore the crucial role of material durability. A sustainable built environment...
Unlocking Building Performance with Post-Occupancy Evaluation (POE)
In building design and construction, success is measured not just by completing a project. But also by how well it performs once occupied. The real test begins when people move in and use the space. Consequently, Post-Occupancy Evaluation (POE) becomes invaluable....
What is a +A2 EPD? Understanding the New Standard for Environmental Product Declarations
If you’re involved in sustainability-led construction, procurement, or life cycle assessment (LCA), understanding the transition to +A2 EPDs is critical. Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) are becoming the common language for assessing the environmental...