Environment

Biophilia: Designing With Nature

Biophilia, biophilic design
Biophilic design incorporates natural elements in the workplace, and can boost creativity, productivity, and overall employee well-being.

Mud Dauber Nests, Fungi Inspire Buildings Of The Future

LSU civil engineering professor lands NSF CAREER Award to explore using characteristics from mud dauber nests and the root systems of fungi to design 3D-printed soil for sustainable earthen buildings.

The Health And Environmental Benefits Of Wood In Building Design

Hardwood flooring not only elevates the aesthetics of a space but has also been shown to reduce stress levels, making it a wise investment.

Facility Executive August 2024 Issue: To Protect And Serve

The August 2024 issue explores workplace security, AI in fire and life safety, safety training programs, roof maintenance, and more.

A Floating Classroom: National Aquarium Unveils Harbor Wetland

Now open to the public, Harbor Wetland in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor used innovations developed at the National Aquarium to create a functional constructed wetland.

New Study: Building Collisions Kill Over 1 Billion Birds Annually In U.S.

A recent PLOS ONE study uncovered alarming new evidence that building collisions are killing significantly more birds than previously thought.

Five Building Leaders Declared Champions Of Energy Efficiency

Representing the private, public, and nonprofit sectors, five leaders will receive the Champions of Energy Efficiency in Buildings Award from the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE).

ULI Names 10 2024 Americas Awards For Excellence Winners

Since 1979, the Urban Land Institute has honored land use developments that positively impact communities and enrich the built environment. 

Keeping Your Facility Mold-Free In Extreme Weather

Resolving water issues can be costly, but mold is a secondary concern that can rear its ugly head long after water leakage is remedied.

REI Co-op Sets Standard For Sustainable Warehousing

Lebanon, Tennessee distribution center is largest LEED v4 Platinum industrial building in the Southeast and Tennessee's first certified facility.
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