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Join Joseph Lstiburek as he tackles the pressing challenges of balancing energy efficiency, building durability, and indoor air quality in modern construction. In this session, Joe will share practical solutions for managing moisture-sensitive materials, insulation, and sustainability in tightly sealed buildings—all while maintaining occupant comfort and building longevity. Learn how to navigate these complexities and keep your projects efficient and trouble-free in today’s carbon-conscious construction environment. Learn more and register for the conference at smallfirmconference.com

Next week, Miller Hull Associate, April Ng, AIA, will be presenting Loom House at the National Institute of Building Sciences’s BEST6 Conference in Austin, Texas. April will be joined by 4EA Building Science Principal, Jeff Speert in the session 'A Mid-Century Gem Goes Net Positive.’ Located on a beautifully landscaped bluff overlooking Puget Sound, Loom House is an extensive renovation of a 1960s Pacific Northwest mid-century 2-building residence on Bainbridge Island. As one of only four homes on earth to meet full Living Building Challenge Certification, the impact of Loom House has continued to drive the project forward, advocating for change far beyond its property line. This presentation will focus on key upgrades to the enclosure. These changes include the addition of insulation, air sealing, and glazing replacement while maintaining and enhancing the character of this distinctly Pacific Northwest home. Lessons learned will be shared that could have applicability to other exposed wood structure buildings. April and Jeff will present an analysis of the global warming potential of the interventions and the strategies employed for net positive energy. The project demonstrates hyper-efficient enclosure design and implementation as well as the potential for greening existing building stock. Click the link to register, https://bit.ly/49yQvik. 

In May we hosted a masterclass, 'Improving Energy Efficiency in Traditional Buildings' at the Irish Georgian Society City Assembly House in Dublin. The masterclass aligned with the recently published Irish Government Guidance Document on the topic, and the speakers included leading experts in energy conservation, heritage, and architecture. In our video, key speakers and attendees share invaluable tips on retrofitting #traditionalbuildings. Their insights focus on achieving energy efficiency upgrades while maintaining the architectural integrity and character of historic structures. In the process of upgrading #historicbuildings, we also allow for vacant properties to be repurposed and occupied once again. There are grants available to support these types of projects: 🟢 Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant: Up to €50,000 for converting a vacant property into a home or rental. 🟢 Derelict Property Top-up Grant: Additional €20,000 for properties that are structurally unsound, bringing the total grant to €70,000. 🟢 Traditional Farm Buildings Grant: ranging from €4000 to €30,000 covering up to 75% of the conservation work. Applications for 2024 closed on March 27th 2024. 🟢 Built Heritage Investment Scheme (BHIS): Up to €50,000 for custodians and owners of protected structures. 🟢 You can also contact the SEAI to find out what other grants are available. With the insights shared in our video and the use of suitable materials for protecting the integrity of such buildings, we can reduce the building's energy use and be a step closer to meeting our climate targets. https://loom.ly/jCe2wms 👉 'Improving Energy Efficiency in Traditional Buildings' guidance document: https://loom.ly/XxIDmIs 👉 'Caring for our Vernacular Heritage' guidance document: https://loom.ly/qHPv67s 👉 'A Living Tradition' guidance document: https://loom.ly/LqHHYLo 👉 'Built Heritage Investment Scheme' guidance document: https://loom.ly/kiA76Kg #EnergyEfficiency #Retrofit #SustainableBuilding #IrishArchitecture #HeritageBuildings

Why is the demand for lab spaces in the UK’s Golden Triangle skyrocketing? Our new report, "Building Tomorrow," dives into the factors driving this surge and what it means for construction and property sectors. Learn more by visiting our website for the full analysis https://ow.ly/Bbys50TglAA.

For my fellow planners and others involved in local climate resilience - this looks like a really useful workshop. "This webinar will focus on the role municipalities can play in adopting cool roofs in the region and tools and resources available to do that, such as: - Educational outreach materials - How to use land use policy and zoning to encourage cool roofs adoption - Model procurement language for municipal facilities retrofitting a roof - Online cool roof suitability map"

Wondering what the 2024 changes mean for your projects? Come join us to discuss what to expect and bring your questions! #aiaeastbay #calgreen2024 #aiaebACOTE

Resilient cities start with strong foundations. 🏙️🌍 At RSC GROUP , we empower urban development with sustainable, durable steel solutions designed for modern challenges. From earthquake-resistant buildings to eco-friendly transit systems, our innovations are shaping the cities of tomorrow. 📞 Connect with us at +91-033-4001 9345 🌐 Visit: RSCGroupGrowth #UrbanDevelopment #SustainableCities #RSCGroup #ResilientInfrastructure #SmartConstruction #SteelSolutions #FutureCities"

This Friday, November 22, SGH’s Matthew Colturi, P.E., CPHC, Cheryl Saldanha, P.E., Anya LaRoche, Ali Yalaz, P.E., LEED AP, and Aris Tsiopoulos will host a panel discussion webinar to review how Passive House (PH) design impact a building enclosure’s energy efficiency and carbon footprint: https://lnkd.in/dx8SPYBs The conversation will identify opportunities to incorporate PH design principles, review how building enclosure performance drives efficiency and enhances occupant health and comfort, and discuss the unique challenges of implementing PH in existing buildings.

Unlock the secrets to high-performance buildings with our latest episode on The Power of Existing Buildings. Learn how to transform existing structures into sustainable powerhouses. Listen now for actionable insights! 🌱 #SustainableArchitecture #passivehouse

Why should you add the #TallBuildingConference to your events diary? Providing unique insight into the engineering feats that are shaping the UK's city skylines, the Tall Buildings Conference focuses on iconic superstructures that are transforming the high-rise sector. With an impressive array of speakers, the conference brings together those who are at the cutting-edge of the high-rise industry. I will be part of a panel debate titled "Can Skyscrapers be Circular?" To be clear - this debate will not be about curvy buildings, but how circular economy principles can be (or can they?) be integrated into the design, construction and operation of tall buildings. Should be an interesting and thought-provoking conversation. For more information and to book your ticket, visit: https://lnkd.in/eJXDi6BT #TallBuildings #mottmacdonald #circulareconomy