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March 19, 2024

What designers need to know about sustainability certifications

LEED may be the best-known accreditation, but there are many others to consider.

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February 21, 2024

How to specify the most sustainable appliances for your projects

Experts share their tips for making the switch to electric appliances, including how to choose the most efficient ones.

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February 7, 2024

How to start a sustainable materials library

Changing the materials you regularly source will make every project greener and healthier.

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January 24, 2024

10 ways to source sustainable wood furniture

Not all wood is created equal. Here’s what designers need to know about selecting—and crafting—high-quality wooden furnishings that are ethically produced.

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January 10, 2024

An eco-friendly paint primer

Low-VOC formulas are just scratching the surface. Here’s all you need to know to paint more sustainably.

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November 15, 2023

10 reasons to make natural-fiber textiles your go-to fabrics

Synthetic performance fabrics have come to dominate the market, but natural textiles such as leather, cotton, linen and wool offer durability with less damage to people and the planet.

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November 1, 2023

Everything you need to know about becoming a B Corp

This people- and planet-friendly certification isn’t just for your favorite brands—design and architecture firms are pursuing it, too. Here’s why.

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October 18, 2023

9 easy ways to incorporate giving back into your business

Philanthropic efforts can fall by the wayside when you’re running a busy design firm. Here are nine ways your business can donate its resources in a simple, sustainable and strategic way.

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October 4, 2023

10 ways to renovate more responsibly

Reducing remodeling waste comes down to deconstruction, not demolition.

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September 20, 2023

10 ways to make your firm’s finances greener

These simple strategies will ensure that your firm isn’t unintentionally funding climate-harming industries.

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