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Wells Fargo’s new campus in the Las Colinas development of Irving, Texas, is a major step forward in sustainability. The campus isn’t just pursuing LEED™ Platinum certification: it is net-positive, generating more energy than it consumes — the first campus of its size to do so.

Preserving the “Santa Barbara airport experience” was official policy for the small Santa Barbara Municipal Airport when building the new 72,000 foot terminal building.

To design a space conducive for play and exercise, the project team knew the facility’s interior must deliver abundant access to beneficial natural light.

As codes tighten, net-zero goals accelerate and operational costs continue to rise. Architects and engineers are turning to advanced shell systems that produce electricity and enhance resilience.

Recent studies have shown that CI alone may not be enough for a building to achieve its designed level of energy efficiency. It’s time to look beyond CI alone and consider a holistic approach to façade design.

Whether it's a cultural center honoring local history, a recreation center bringing communities together, or an arts venue revitalizing a neighborhood, IMPs deliver the aesthetics, performance and cost-efficiency needed to help these spaces serve the population for generations.

Techniques such as Scan-to-BIM, LiDAR scanning, photogrammetry, and drone-based surveys are enabling teams to generate precise, data-rich assets that support decision-making across projects. 

This article explores waterproofing challenges, strategies for assessment, pathways to appropriate repair solutions, and best practices for long-term performance.

The 2025 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo convened at the Los Angeles Convention Center from November 4-7. Five major themes emerged that encapsulate the current discourse in "green building" and where the AEC is heading with regard to sustainability.