Site Planning and Circulation:
Minimize heat loads and facilitate natural ventilation through site planning. Situate communities on or in close proximity to campuses, emphasizing pedestrian and bicycle circulation and minimizing vehicular impact.
Integrated Design Process:
Employ energy models for systems analysis to lower environmental effects while increasing operational efficiencies and long-term savings.
Building Specifications and Designs:
Apply innovative design principles to conserve water and energy, protect indoor air quality and create healthy living spaces.
Materials Selection:
Utilize regional and recycled products and responsible waste management processes to conserve valuable resources and to fuel the local economy.