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The Kendeda Building: Part 3 - Take the tour! I hope you have enjoyed our three part series on this incredible building. The value of these cutting edge projects to me is more than showcasing best practices and offering lesson's learned. They are the shining beacon of what success looks like when the whole is truly greater than the sum of the parts. We are in the middle of transforming our built environment to be regenerative. Most of the buildings we are building and renovating now are both better than where we have come from and not as good as where we want to go. We have to embrace that messiness as we continue the transformation and keep perspective that the mid-way efforts don't gain all the benefits of the more mature approach. Where we are now: [fossil fueled, energy intensive, low performing buildings] -> -> -> (the messy middle we are in now) -> -> -> [renewably energized, efficient, regenerative buildings] The Kendeda Building to me embodies this more mature approach to regenerative building practices. The ethos of regeneration pervades the project, it is palpable in the experience of the space, and as you peel back the layers of the project you find more and more ways in which it was a humble steward of its local environment. This video tour is extremely well produced and I encourage you to watch it all the way through to the great bloopers at the end! https://buff.ly/4e2mE5e

The world’s first #CoreLivingBuilding facility is open at Muhlenberg College. See inside and learn what it takes to build and operate this deep green building: https://lnkd.in/gigJ3xns #Sustainability #FM #FacilityManager #PropertyManagement #RealEstate #CRE #BUILDINGS #BuildingsMagazine #BuildingsMedia

Concord Pacific releases its new proposal for Concord Landing, a vibrant new waterfront neighborhood on Vancouver's False Creek. Master Plan by CIVITAS Studio. Link: https://lnkd.in/gn5rDtdq

Here is the recording for 𝘓𝘪𝘧𝘦 𝘉𝘦𝘵𝘸𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘈𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 PhD completion seminar! 🏢 Four new innovative apartment projects in Melbourne, Australia, have been described as 'resilient communities'... but does the rhetoric match the lived realities? and what does community resilience mean in an apartment context? Watch to find out, but here are the main findings from the mixed-methods research: — high community resilience exists in the four buildings ✔️ — suitable pre-occupancy processes foster community resilience ✔️ — post-occupancy processes foster AND undermine community resilience 🤔 — shared spaces foster AND undermine community resilience 🤔 — there are ongoing design, management, and lifestyle vulnerabilities that may undermine the high community resilience across the four buildings in the future — if we want more 'life between apartments' and community resilience, then further innovation, support, experimentation AND project feedback is needed from the many actors in the housing system to show what works, what doesn't, and how we can shift apartment living to suit more people 💭 🚀🤝🌱 The youtube video is timestamped so you can view these findings and more about the research in further detail. Thank you to Faculty of Architecture, Building and Planning Melbourne Centre for Cities Life Course Centre Informal Urbanism Research Hub @UniMelb City of Melbourne and Resilient Melbourne for establishing and/or helping with data collection and participant remuneration.

Intrigued by renovating a Grade II Listed Building? Our latest blog looks into the intricacies of regulations, heritage preservation, and how we can help you create your dream space that seamlessly combines that charm of the past with the convivence of modern living. Read more: Everything You Need to Know: Internal Alterations in Grade II Listed Buildings ➡️ https://buff.ly/4bHL7dT

Our new building and property is moving fast

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗨𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗺: 𝗜𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗛𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶 𝗠𝗼𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗱 On Tuesday 30 July, Hashi Mohamed will be discussing various key topics such as urbanism, housing, and policy with the chair of The Academy of Urbanism (AoU), Andreas Markides. This discussion will be followed by a Q&A and an informal drinks reception. To find out more about this event, including how to book your place, please follow this link - https://lnkd.in/eyh_UxZF

Our tall buildings quiz is back! 🏗️ After inspirational talks at the Tall Buildings Conference in June, we learned more about how planning of tall buildings within London's Square Mile works. Our question for you today is: 🤔 Which 2 historical listed buildings have protected pathways to maintain their views? Let us know below ⬇️ #TallBuildingsQuiz #London #SquareMile

Preserving History: Tips for Remodeling and Restoring Historic Homes in Washington, D.C. Remodeling and restoring historic homes is a fulfilling journey that allows homeowners to connect with the rich history and character of their properties. In Washington, D.C., a city renowned for its historical significance and strict preservation laws, this journey can also pose unique challenges. With thoughtful planning and informed decisions, you can honor the past while creating a comfortable modern living space. Here are some essential tips to navigate the historic home renovation process while preserving the integrity of these treasured structures. Click below to READ MORE ... o Research and Compliance o Structural Considerations o Preservation of Original Features o Notable Historic Residences in D.C. o Elevating Your Restoration Efforts o Embracing Your Journey https://lnkd.in/ebfJTvhg

And may I say, what a fabulous building it is to work in. The sense of light and space is really significant, creating an excellent working environment.