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🌿 Green Roofs 101: Replacing Nature with Nature 🌿 In the evolving landscape of real estate and construction, green roofs are emerging as a leading trend for enhancing property value and sustainability. In our latest blog post our founder, Alexandra Nicolau, holds an interview with green roof expert, Jörg Breuning, discussing the history and the advantages of integrating green roofs into modern building designs, offering valuable insights for builders, buyers, and real estate professionals alike. Highlights include: Origin of Green Roofs 📖 Environmental impact reduction 🌱 Improved energy performance 🏢 Enhanced aesthetic appeal 🌿 For builders and real estate agents looking to stay ahead of the curve, this guide is a must. Explore the full article and see the videos here: https://wix.to/ZZU57xp #GreenRoofs #SustainableDesign #RealEstateDevelopment #BuildingInnovation #EcoFriendlySolutions #EnergyEfficiency #PropertyInvestment #GreenBuilding #ConstructionTrends @greenrooftechnology

☀️ Cities are heating up, but Nature-Based Solutions can help cool them down. Shaded walkways, green facades, and tree-lined streets create comfort while reducing energy use. 📏 Architects and builders, it’s time to lead the charge for urban resilience. 🌱 Design smarter, live better! #UrbanDesign #NatureBasedSolutions #GreenBuilding #ArchitecturalDesign #EcoLiving #ResilientCities #purelysourced

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. + Barnsley Construction Group has reached a major milestone with the topping out of Brookhaven City Centre, the first mass timber municipal building in Georgia! This groundbreaking project will redefine sustainability and functionality for public spaces in the state. ✨ Key highlights: • Sustainability-focused design: Built with mass timber for durability, carbon sequestration, and zero waste, supporting LEED and WELL certification goals. • Community-centric features: 60% of the space dedicated to public use, including a rooftop garden, trails, and event-friendly green spaces. • Innovative construction: Leveraging mass timber expertise to deliver a modern, environmentally conscious facility adjacent to the Brookhaven MARTA station. 💬 Justis Brogan, Senior VP, McCarthy: “We’re thrilled to celebrate the topping out with the community and look forward to unveiling the completed project next year.” 🔗 Read more about this transformative project: [https://lnkd.in/gtbH_HYG] #MassTimber #Sustainability #CommunityDevelopment

As profiled in The Globe and Mail this week, the vision for The Vaughan Masterplan is rooted in heritage, sustainability, and walkability. https://lnkd.in/gqN6PxZf Eco-conscious design by our client, WZMH Architects ensures energy-efficient buildings with insulated facades, heat-exchanging ventilation, and tree-friendly soil requirements for long-term green space. Inspired by the city’s agricultural past, Bousfields Inc.’s urban planning strategy follows an “apple basket” concept, seamlessly integrating parklands, paths, and cycling trails into the towering skyline. With up to 10,000 housing units, commercial spaces, and direct TTC access, this transit-connected community contributes to easing the housing demand, reduces car dependency and fosters sustainable urban growth. – 📸: WZMH Architects #VaughanDowntown #WZMHArchitects #BousfieldsInc #VaughanDevelopment

🌆 Understanding Key Urban Planning Regulations: Ground Coverage, FAR, Building Height, and Setbacks 🌳 In the realm of urban development, effective planning is crucial for creating functional and aesthetically pleasing communities. Four essential components of this planning process are: 💡Ground Coverage: This refers to the percentage of a plot that a building occupies. By regulating ground coverage, we can ensure that there is adequate open space available for landscaping and recreational areas. 💡Floor Area Ratio (FAR): FAR is a measure that determines the density of a development by comparing the total floor area of a building to the size of the plot. This ratio helps manage the scale of buildings in relation to their surroundings. 💡Building Height: Regulating building height is vital for maintaining safety and ensuring that developments harmonize with the skyline. It also plays a role in allowing light and air to reach neighboring properties. 💡Setbacks: Setbacks are the required distances between buildings and property lines, promoting privacy, safety, and a consistent streetscape. They help define the character of an area and enhance the overall livability of a community. Together, these regulations create a balanced and well-planned urban environment, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for residents. Understanding and respecting these components is essential for successful real estate development. Let’s continue to build communities that are not only functional but also sustainable and enjoyable! 🏙️✨ #UrbanPlanning #RealEstate #SustainableDevelopment #CommunityBuilding #Architecture

✨ Introducing Blackwell Complex – Redefining Affordable Urban Living ✨ I’m thrilled to share one of our latest projects – a modern, sustainable, and affordable housing complex designed to elevate urban living while addressing critical housing needs. 🏢 About the Project: A thoughtfully designed 5-storey residential building featuring 20 modern apartments. Incorporating sustainable materials and innovative construction techniques for long-term value. Strategically located to ensure accessibility to key urban amenities, transportation, and vibrant communities. 💡 Our Vision: This project isn’t just about creating homes; it’s about fostering community, sustainability, and a better quality of life. 🌍 Why It Matters: In today’s world, housing solutions must go beyond brick and mortar – they must provide affordability, design excellence, and environmental stewardship. Blackwell Complex is our contribution to shaping urban spaces with these principles at heart. 🏗️ Thank You: This milestone wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible collaboration of our team, partners, and supporters. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/d-Kq4QGm Let’s work together to create more meaningful, impactful spaces for communities to thrive. #Architecture #UrbanLiving #SustainableDevelopment #SocialHousing #AffordableLiving #RealEstateInnovation https://lnkd.in/du4_wuHV

The phenomenon of urban heat islands, where concrete and asphalt absorb and re-radiate heat, poses significant challenges to public health, energy use, and overall urban comfort as our cities grow denser. How we design our urban spaces plays a crucial role in countering these effects. By incorporating green roofs, expanding tree canopy coverage, and creating open spaces that enhance natural cooling, we can effectively reduce the impact of heat islands. Additionally, using reflective materials and innovative building technologies can minimise heat absorption and improve the quality of life for residents. Addressing urban heat islands isn't just about lowering temperatures but creating healthier, more enjoyable environments where communities can thrive. Careful urban planning can make a lasting difference in shaping the future of our cities. #UrbanRedevelopment #UrbanHeatIslands #CityDesign #Architecture #UrbanPlanning #GPMAchitects

25 Great Ideas of the New Urbanism: New urbanists techniques lay far lighter on the land, an approach called "Light Imprint," "lean," or simply "green infrastructure." This light approach to engineering the land, combined with good urban design, makes for appealing streets and public spaces while providing effective rainwater management. https://lnkd.in/gZkXUuSF

Thrilled to announce the results of our recent air test for a penthouse apartment with dormers, roof lights, and an internal lift door. Despite these potential air leakage challenges, our client achieved an impressive score of 2.59, exceeding their target of 5. Another successful project helping to improve air quality and sustainability in construction. #EnergyEfficiency #AirQuality #Sustainability #Construction #BuildingPerformance #GreenBuilding #AirLeakage #PropertyDevelopment #SustainableLiving #EnergyConsultancy #BuildingStandards #HealthyHomes #EcoFriendly #EnvironmentalImpact #GreenDesign #EnergySavings #IndoorAirQuality #SustainableArchitecture #PropertyDeveloper #BuildingTechnology #SustainableFuture

"In a downtown, the sense of belonging is always rather difficult because 𝗮 𝗱𝗼𝘄𝗻𝘁𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲." – Conrad Kickert, associate professor University at Buffalo School of Architecture and Planning How do we revitalize Detroit and build a more inclusive downtown? Last week during the Sustainable Urban Design x Purposeful Forum, Kickert, Marthijn Pool, founding partner of Space&Matter, Chelsea Rauck Sanderson, director of architecture and design, Bedrock Detroit, Roberto Otero, associate principal, SHoP Architects, Dan Pitera, FAIA, dean of University of Detroit Mercy's School of Architecture & Community Development, and Ivana Kalafatic, founder of Detroitisit, shared open dialogues around these conversations. These conversations are meant to cross-pollinate between borders, working collectively towards sustainable urban design solutions and its challenges. Watch the full Forum at https://lnkd.in/gqywVwYG. If you are a sustainability leader interested in participating in the next Forum and/or becoming a member, sign up at https://lnkd.in/g7yawT9R. #purposefulforum #sustainableurbandesignpurposefulforum #sustainableurbandesign #detroitisitsustainability #purpose #sustainability #action #urbancities #urban #urbanplanning #circulareconomy #architecture #bedrock #spaceandmatter #shoparchitects #universityofbuffalo #uofd #urbandesign #sustainablesolutions #forum #action #activation #cityofdetroit #detroit #detroitisit