The Sustainable Libraries Initiative recognizes Maplewood Memorial Library
as a leader in sustainability
July 6, 2026
Maplewood Memorial Library, located in Maplewood, New Jersey has been designated as a Certified Sustainable Library through the Sustainable Library Certification Program (SLCP).
The expanded airport creates a welcoming sense of place and a calm, comfortable environment that elevates the passenger experience
July 5, 2026
To meet the exploding demand for travel through Central Oregon’s primary airport, a $180M terminal expansion is underway to double capacity at Redmond Municipal Airport. Reflecting and responding to the region’s dramatic landscape and distinct character, the design celebrates the natural beauty that draws residents and visitors alike.
The contract has a total potential value of $20 million and includes a five-year base period followed by five one-year option periods
July 2, 2026
Oculus Inc. has been awarded an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to provide a full range of architect-engineering services within the EPA Regions 5 through 10.
Prefabrication offers a reliable pathway to improve enclosure performance by increasing quality, consistency, and integration of key building science principles
Over the next five years, prefabricated building systems are expected to grow from a $91.25B market to $130B worldwide. While this substantial growth is often attributed to prefabrication schedule and quality advantages, it is also driven by its ability to deliver meaningful sustainability benefits.
A building that leaks air wastes energy, struggles to maintain comfort, and accumulates moisture in ways that can undermine the envelope's long-term durability
For most of LEED's history, systematic field testing of air leakage was optional – something advanced teams did voluntarily, not something the rating system demanded.
This discussion with Jay Saldana of Amrize/Elevate explores building enclosure commissioning, the upcoming LEED v4/v4.1 sunset, and Elevate's new LEED v5 Credit Guide for building professionals.
Miller Hullʼs design achieves LEED Gold Certification while drawing on Maya influences
June 19, 2026
Designed by The Miller Hull Partnership, the new U.S. Consulate General Mérida achieved LEED Gold Certification in April 2026, exceeding stringent federal performance goals while serving the needs of American citizens and visa applicants from across Mexicoʼs Yucatán peninsula.
New resource outlines how roofing systems influence carbon reduction, energy performance, resilience, and other key LEED v5 priorities
June 15, 2026
Elevate has released a LEED v5 Credit Guide, among the first roofing-specific resources to help architects, designers, and builders navigate the updated LEED framework ahead of LEED v4 and v4.1 registrations sunsetting on June 30, 2027.
Supports Building Performance and Occupant Well-Being
June 11, 2026
Kingspan Light + Air North America and Solatube International have launched a new digital design guide, “The Benefits of Daylighting in Architectural Design,” alongside a dedicated Daylighting Hub.
On-Demand This session provides an overview of the LEED v5 BD+C: New Construction rating system, including its structure, goals, and credits. An emphasis will be placed on critical changes in the rating system since LEED v4/v4.1.