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For the past 10 years we’ve focused on one thing only:
telling the most important stories in green building. Green Building & Design (gb&d) is the magazine for today’s leading green professional. We connect and inspire green building professionals by partnering with those at the forefront of sustainable design, development, planning, and policy. As a trusted source for the world's top architects,

builders, and developers, gb&d showcases projects, products, and trends with sustainability and social responsibility as their top priority.

Connect with the brightest minds in lighting! Whether you're an independent designer, an engineer at a top firm, or a sp...
03/25/2025

Connect with the brightest minds in lighting! Whether you're an independent designer, an engineer at a top firm, or a specifier pushing boundaries, LightFair is your chance to build connections that matter. Let’s innovate together! Register at https://lightfair.link/12de7d

“One of the easiest things people can do to make a difference for the earth—and their health in the process—is to switch...
03/19/2025

“One of the easiest things people can do to make a difference for the earth—and their health in the process—is to switch to eco-friendly, nontoxic bedding.” Saatva CEO Ron Rudzin shares his expertise on the importance of combining sustainability with sleep and comfort at https://gbdmagazine.com/sustainable-mattress/

A well-supported piping system significantly reduces the risk of failures that can lead to expensive repairs, water wast...
03/18/2025

A well-supported piping system significantly reduces the risk of failures that can lead to expensive repairs, water waste, and inefficiencies. More on the role of pipe support in sustainable building construction and maintenance from Oatey Co at https://gbdmagazine.com/pipe-support/

Building access continues to evolve with features like mobile credentials on cell phones and video that pops up so you k...
03/12/2025

Building access continues to evolve with features like mobile credentials on cell phones and video that pops up so you know who is at the door. gb&d explores the latest in access with DoorBird at https://buff.ly/HqAduSQ

For centuries all-natural terra-cotta’s adaptability and durability has made it an attractive building material. We go b...
03/10/2025

For centuries all-natural terra-cotta’s adaptability and durability has made it an attractive building material. We go behind the scenes of how it's made and the many design possibilities with Ludowici at https://buff.ly/M6x8urE

Seamless architectural drainage solutions can be integrated in a number of ways. The experts at Infinity Drain share how...
03/07/2025

Seamless architectural drainage solutions can be integrated in a number of ways. The experts at Infinity Drain share how at https://buff.ly/lzyZnhd

Nature-inspired looks and materials continue to dominate the latest building products, as seen at this year's KBIS and T...
03/06/2025

Nature-inspired looks and materials continue to dominate the latest building products, as seen at this year's KBIS and The International Builders' Show (IBS) in Las Vegas. From new NanaWall systems to the latest exteriors from CertainTeed to fire-rated fiberglass doors from ODL, Inc find some of this year's highlights at https://buff.ly/XIAMQds

Higher-performing cellulosic insulation like that of Greenfiber is used across residential and commercial structures. Bu...
03/05/2025

Higher-performing cellulosic insulation like that of Greenfiber is used across residential and commercial structures. Builders and owners like it because it's sustainable. Greenfiber’s wall insulation starts as a plant material, is made into paper, and reused as insulation. Contractors like it for its defect-free installation process. Learn more at https://buff.ly/Gj8aSVr

A new Autex Acoustics showroom in LA's Arts District doubles as a workspace, proving product effectiveness in a real-wor...
02/25/2025

A new Autex Acoustics showroom in LA's Arts District doubles as a workspace, proving product effectiveness in a real-world setting. See how the inspiring space merges acoustic comfort, sustainability, and aesthetics at https://buff.ly/4hRS1kj

Ludowici developed white and light gray ceramic glazes for their terra-cotta wall cladding tiles to color match design f...
02/21/2025

Ludowici developed white and light gray ceramic glazes for their terra-cotta wall cladding tiles to color match design for a historic church designed by Dake Wells Architecture. Read more at https://buff.ly/4b92y85

It is critical that waterproofing membranes perform not only during construction but throughout the life of the structur...
02/20/2025

It is critical that waterproofing membranes perform not only during construction but throughout the life of the structure. PREPRUFE’s adhesion and lateral water migration is proven in 60-month test. Learn more from the experts at GCP at https://buff.ly/3COn4hT

More designers are considering innovative alternatives to terrazzo, ceramic tile, and luxury vinyl tile and plank, like ...
02/19/2025

More designers are considering innovative alternatives to terrazzo, ceramic tile, and luxury vinyl tile and plank, like REGUPOL seen here. Learn why, and about benefits like shock resistance in rubber flooring, at https://buff.ly/42YCb2R

University projects are increasingly being built with outdoor spaces and areas for connection in mind. VMDO Architects r...
02/18/2025

University projects are increasingly being built with outdoor spaces and areas for connection in mind. VMDO Architects renovated Thurston Hall at George Washington University (photo by Alan Karchmer) to make it much more human-centric. See more inviting university buildings we love at https://buff.ly/4h2pffP

The right exterior paint can revive a building’s facade, provide decades-long protection against weathering, and more. R...
02/17/2025

The right exterior paint can revive a building’s facade, provide decades-long protection against weathering, and more. Read more about what exterior paint can do for buildings, with expertise from APV Engineered Coatings at https://buff.ly/3CVkM0g

Radiant heating and cooling can help achieve decarbonization goals, as heating hot water or chilled water circulates thr...
02/13/2025

Radiant heating and cooling can help achieve decarbonization goals, as heating hot water or chilled water circulates through a network of flexible, durable polymer pipes called PEX that are embedded in a concrete slab. Learn more about the process and its benefits in a conversation with an expert at Uponor North America at https://buff.ly/42PWHT0

gb&d explores the pioneering sustainability mindset of Autex Acoustics with in-depth interviews with the New Zealand-fou...
02/12/2025

gb&d explores the pioneering sustainability mindset of Autex Acoustics with in-depth interviews with the New Zealand-founded company at https://buff.ly/4hT6Hzf

A micro-trench infill system from GCP helped a turnpike fiber optic network project get people on the road sooner. Learn...
02/10/2025

A micro-trench infill system from GCP helped a turnpike fiber optic network project get people on the road sooner. Learn more at https://buff.ly/3WWiTHr

Who wouldn't want to cozy up in the hotel lobby at Fairmont Olympic Hotel ? Beyond being a beacon of historic preservati...
02/06/2025

Who wouldn't want to cozy up in the hotel lobby at Fairmont Olympic Hotel ? Beyond being a beacon of historic preservation, this property is green in other ways, too. Check out 12 surprisingly sustainable hotels at https://buff.ly/3ABps5l

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