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ASLA touts climate solutions for all during COP 25

Posted by PRISM | Dec 16, 2019 | 0 |

Landscape architects are some of the best-equipped professionals to address climate challenges – and help slow, or in some ways reverse, rising temperatures and greenhouse gas emissions. They plan and design low-carbon pedestrian and bicycle-friendly communities. They design green roofs, green complete streets, and other forms of green infrastructure that both sequester greenhouse gases and manage water. They help communities understand and respond to the diverse threats posed by coastal and inland flooding, extreme heat, and wildfires – all made worse and more frequent by climate shifts.

Modera Pearl in Portland, Oregon

Posted by PRISM | Dec 13, 2019 | 0 |

Modera Pearl, designed by SERA, is targeting LEED Silver certification through a combination of energy savings and integrated sustainable design elements. A 28,000-square-foot green roof tops the building. For the small percentage of roof area dedicated to mechanical and amenity space, the stormwater will be captured and channeled to the central courtyard’s stormwater garden, showcased through exposed splash blocks and touch pools.

The LEGO Group opens new campus in Billund, Denmark

Posted by PRISM | Oct 28, 2019 | 0 |

The LEGO Group’s new, state-of-the-art campus, designed by C.F. Møller Architects, will span 54,000 square meters and house more than 2,000 employees when it is finished in 2021. Sustainability is a core tenet for the LEGO Group, referred to as the “Planet Promise.” For example, the rooftops of the new buildings are covered with Sedum plants which absorb water and CO2, and rainwater will be used to irrigate the green parks in the campus area.

Sustainable design featured at Charles Library at Temple University in Philadelphia

Posted by PRISM | Oct 14, 2019 | 0 |

As part of a $1.2 billion capital improvement program for its Main Campus in North Philadelphia, Temple University commissioned Stantec, as part of a joint venture with Snøhetta, to design its new library. The building’s base is covered in granite and appears different in color depending on the time of day, creating an evocative mood. Glass is strategically positioned at the three entrances to allow in the natural light and foster a sense of transparency.

The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts celebrates the opening of its first-ever expansion

Posted by PRISM | Sep 16, 2019 | 0 |

As a “living memorial” for President John F. Kennedy, the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts takes an active position among the great presidential monuments in Washington, D.C. Through public events and stimulating art, the Kennedy Center offers a place where the community can engage and interact with artists across the full spectrum of the creative process. The REACH expansion, designed by Steven Holl Architects, adds much-needed rehearsal, education, and a range of flexible indoor and outdoor spaces to allow the Kennedy Center to continue to play a leadership role in providing artistic, cultural, and enrichment opportunities.

Studio One Eleven completes human-scaled, neighborhood plan

Posted by PRISM | Aug 29, 2019 | 0 |

Studio One Eleven has completed the third and final phase of its unique, two-block, intimately scaled development, Fourth + Linden. Studio One Eleven was both designer and co-developer of the masterplan, ensuring that it achieves peak walkability and urban vitality while expanding the Long Beach East Village Arts District. “In our experience, economic health evolves on a human scale. So, rather than impose a monolithic form on these two facing blocks, we allowed for organic growth. This means architectural variety, smaller-scale buildings – including reused older structures – and eye-level amenities that form gathering spots, such as a parklet, street furniture and curb extensions. The blocks are further broken-up by paseos and courtyards” said Studio One Eleven Senior Principal Michael Bohn, AIA.

New York Sanitation Building Wows with Perforated Solar Fins Enriched with Lumiflon FEVE Resin

Posted by SPONSORED CONTENT | Jul 1, 2019 | 0 |

Dattner Architects and WXY Architecture + Urban Design teamed up to design New York City’s Manhattan Districts 1/2/5 Garage and Spring Street Salt Shed. The 2,600 custom perforated aluminum solar fins, “float” off the building masonry base and reduce the building’s solar heat. The louvers were protected with IFS Coatings’ IFS 500 FP, a Lumiflon-enriched product.

PPG Duranar coatings give encore performance at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in Manhattan

Posted by PRISM | Jun 25, 2019 | 0 |

Modeled after London’s iconic Crystal Palace, the original Javits Center opened in 1986 and immediately gained status as the largest space frame structure in the world. In addition to incorporating a luminous glass and metal framework with brilliant views of the Hudson River and the city skyline, the groundbreaking project was characterized by the extensive use of black PPG Duranar coatings. ENCLOS, Keymark and PPG were selected to supply, design and install the building’s curtain wall components.

Sustainable Design Excellence: ASLA Center for Landscape Architecture in Washington, D.C.

Posted by PRISM | Jun 20, 2019 | 0 |

The 12,600-square-foot headquarters, located in the historic Chinatown district of Washington, DC, was built in 1995 and completely renovated in 2016 to achieve LEED Platinum and WELL Gold certification. ASLA worked with architecture firm Gensler and landscape architecture firm Oehme van Sweden to build a new Center that embodies the mission, vision and values of the Society. The project integrates new construction into the existing space and footprint; captures and reuses stormwater runoff; maximizes daylight within the space; increases occupant comfort and wellness; provides flexible, collaborative work spaces; and models environmental values.

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities celebrates historic passing of The Climate Mobilization Act in New York City

Posted by PRISM | Apr 22, 2019 | 0 |

“For the past two years Green Roofs for Healthy Cities has been advocating for new measures to grow the green roof market in New York City, and we are very pleased with the passage of this new legislation”, said Steven W. Peck, GRP, Honorary ASLA, Founder and President, Green Roofs for Healthy Cities. “New York now joins cities like Denver, San Francisco, Toronto and Portland, Oregon in making green roofs a requirement.” he added. “Through direct lobbying efforts from Green Roofs for Healthy Cities members and other partners, New York City will quickly become a leader in reducing the effects of climate change from its buildings. Thanks to all of the individuals involved!” he added.

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ASLA touts climate solutions for all during COP 25

Modera Pearl in Portland, Oregon

The LEGO Group opens new campus in Billund, Denmark

Sustainable design featured at Charles Library at Temple University in Philadelphia

The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts celebrates the opening of its first-ever expansion

Studio One Eleven completes human-scaled, neighborhood plan

New York Sanitation Building Wows with Perforated Solar Fins Enriched with Lumiflon FEVE Resin

PPG Duranar coatings give encore performance at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in Manhattan

Sustainable Design Excellence: ASLA Center for Landscape Architecture in Washington, D.C.

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities celebrates historic passing of The Climate Mobilization Act in New York City

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