Inside the First Dual-Certified Zero-Carbon, Zero-Energy Home in the US
Venture inside this stunning modern home and learn about how the team at archimania seamlessly blended high-design and high-performance, and placed little "Easter eggs" throughout this Memphis gem.
Crafting Carbon Neutrality: How archimania is Creating a Connected Corridor
What started as the remodel of a pair of midcentury buildings at 663 S. Cooper St. in Memphis and a tenacious goal of achieving zero carbon, zero energy, blossomed into something much bigger: the making of a connected, carbon-neutral corridor.
How mindful MATERIALS is Creating a Framework for a Healthier Built Environment
Like all great movements, mindful MATERIALS grew out of a need. But this organization came from humble beginnings. It started as a database to serve the needs of one architecture firm, but soon grew into a global community of architects, designers, engineers, manufacturers, and owners who were looking for healthier materials.
What Is the Red List and Why Should You Care?
Have you ever considered how many chemicals you encounter daily? It’s not something most of us typically think about. But the fact of the matter is, there’s almost no escaping them and you might be surprised to know just how many surround us and pose health and environmental risks.
Is Organic Architecture Foundational to Sustainable Design?
Is organic architecture the key to sustainable building? This circular home in the Arizona desert explores how organic design can feed into more sustainable building.
Demolition vs. Deconstruction: How Shifting to Reuse Impacts the Environment and Economy
Construction and demolition waste accounts for upwards of 40% of the US waste stream. As the world progresses toward decarbonization and regenerative design, deconstruction and reuse are starting to gain more attention.
Healthy and Sustainable Certified: WELL and Living Building Challenge Explained
Considering WELL or the Living Building Challenge (LBC)? What to know about WELL and LBC.
Shifting to Human Health-Centered Design
Humans are innately programmed to be sensitive to their environments. And much research has shown that the physical environment can have a greater impact on health and well-being than lifestyle and genetics. But this extends well beyond the visual aesthetics of a space.