Simple Energy Analysis in Revit
Working in Revit makes it simple to find data about the building being modeled, such as its life cycle energy
Category: Sustainability
Two at EVstudio quoted in Eco-Structure Magazine
Our very own Anthony J. Ries, AIA, LEED BD+C and Lisa A. Barter, RA, NCIDQ, LEED AP were recently interviewed for
Gold Hill Mesa Welcomes Hi-Point Home Builders to the Neighborhood
The following blog post was written by EVstudio Planning’s Summer Intern, Ji Soo Park of the University of Georgia: Hi-Point
What is a LEED Certified Home?
This article was provided by Vince Kenney and published recently in Serenity Magazine: What is a LEED Certified Home? The increasingly
Wood and Environmental Product Declarations or “EPDs”
Environmental Product Declarations or (EPDs) are product environmental reports produced by independent verifiers. EPDs, cover all areas of products ranging
A Bump-Out for Traffic Calming and Storm Water Management
Bump-outs (also known as “curb extensions“) have become commonplace in many subdivisions across the country. They are also common in the
Upcoming Changes in the 2012 International Energy Conservation Code
In its efforts to improve building energy efficiency by 30% the following improvements are being proposed in the 2012 IECC.
October is Energy Action Month for Denver
Want to save some money on your Taxes? Want to save money each month on your utility bills? Check out
The Six Components of Successful Daylighting
There seems to be a popular misconception that the use of natural light involves large expanses of southern facing windows.
Green Roofs – Drawbacks and Benefits
Green roofs are a fairly new occurrence in the United States. Chicago and Portland are the two cities that have
How Can We Put More Stars in the Sky?
I came across an interesting article in an e-mail blast from USGBC recently. The focus was to give a glimpse
Turning Your Garage Into a Gas Station: Electric Vehicle Considerations in Garage Design
Here at EVstudio, we design within multiple disciplines, but I have recently found myself more and more focused on electrical
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