A world first: Cathedral’s stained glass windows generate solar power
By Greg McMillan
For Canadian artist Sarah Hall the challenge was straightforward.
Simply put, she was asked to design stained glass windows that....
Grand Cancun
Richard's Architecture+Design
Eco resort, energy power farm and water recycling plant in a marine platform complex
It will undoubtedly be one of the most dynamic 50th anniversary celebrations of all time.
How else....
The American Institute of Architects Select the 2013 COTE Top Ten Green Projects
Projects showcase excellence in sustainable design principles and reduced energy consumption
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) and its Committee on the Environment (COTE) have selected the top ten examples of....
Brooks + Scarpa
Yin-Yang House
Location of Project: Venice, CA
Total Square Footage: 4200 sq. ft.
Total Cost: $1.7 mil
The Yin-Yang House is a net-zero energy single-family home in a quiet Venice, CA....
Attention to [green] detail
SevernWoods Construction works with eco-minded couple for award-winning renovation of 1950s home
By Greg McMillan
Completing a successful green renovation of an older home is easier than most people think.
Look no further....
Aedas – Abu Dhabi Investment Council
New headquarters Al Bahr Towers
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The design concept for Aedas’ innovative competition-
winning design is derived from an algorithmic composition,
influenced by Islamic principles of design, that has been
supplemented by the application....
The Remington Centre: Canada’s Largest Geothermal Retail Destination
Recent years have seen many major shopping centres in the GTA undergo significant revitalization initiatives, but few developers have decided to completely rebuild. Building from the ground up affords the....
ONYX SOLAR
Building Integrated Photovoltaic
“Solar architecture is not about fashion, it’s about survival”
Sir Norman Foster
Buildings are responsible for 40% of global energy consumption and the solutions proposed by this company are heading....
Ivanpah: The world largest solar thermal plant
The Ivanpah Solar Electric Generating System (SEGS) – owned by NRG Energy, Google, and BrightSource Energy – will use BrightSource’s proven solar tower technology to produce clean, reliable solar electricity....
Walking the walk and talking the talk
Innovation from University of Waterloo showcased in school’s new Environment 3 LEED Platinum building
By Greg McMillan
Any construction project earning Platinum status for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) deserves....
