Now more than ever, architects are called to design high-performance buildings. This renewable energy starter guide provides architects with the tools to meet demand and contribute to a more sustainable distributed electric grid.
Architects Sustainability Design Resources
While the impacts and related costs of climate change are increasing, the cost of renewable energy is decreasing. As an architect, you can bring efficient design and renewable technologies to meet your client’s goals while contributing solutions to our wider societal need for a sustainable electric grid. The good news is incorporating renewable energy into your projects is easier and more affordable than ever. You don’t need to be a renewable energy expert—you only need enough information to get started.
The Architect’s Primer on Renewable Energy introduces architects to incorporating renewable energy into their projects, including:
Learn how to make smart climate action decisions at the least cost in this architect's guide on the renovation and adaptive reuse of existing buildings.
When a family was ready to build their dream home, they turned to MaMo Architects for a design that was rooted in place but not a reproduction of the past. AIA partner Andersen provides a walk-through
Good architecture accommodates change, withstands wear and tear, and serves as a flexible community asset in times of crisis. This guide explores how to design adaptable buildings that last in
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Ready to advance your architecture career?
When you join AIA, you’re joining a community with global reach—and so much more.
