Green Building & Design (gb&d)

Established in 2009 by Chris Howe, gb&d (Green Building & Design) began as a tailored media platform. This trade magazine serves to connect and motivate professionals in the green building sector by collaborating with leaders in sustainable design, development, planning, and policy. gb&d is a reliable resource for leading architects, builders, and developers around the globe, highlighting projects, products, and trends that prioritize sustainability and social responsibility.

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Scandic Spectrum in Copenhagen Pushes Sustainability Forward

4 days ago | gbdmagazine.com | Laura Rote

Story at a glance:Scandic Spectrum opened in 2022 just one block from the water on Kalvebod Brygge, walkable to Copenhagen city center. Dissing+Weitling designed the seven-story hotel with a glass facade for a healthy indoor climate, optimal soundproofing, and natural light. The property is also known for its spa environment with heated pool, Finnish sauna, steam bath, spa treatments using natural products, and more.
Persuasive Placemaking in Modern Workplace Design

1 week ago | gbdmagazine.com | Lark Breen

Story at a glance:Collaboration and face time are standout benefits of a return to the office—and offer ample opportunity for innovative and adaptable office design. 9to5 Seating focuses efforts on sustainability and comfort to ensure the people who sit down are productive and inspired by their environment. Perkins&Will notes the changing technologies and economic landscape putting new pressures on workplace design—from AI to adaptive reuse.
How to Prepare for Electrification & the Rise of All-Electric Buildings

1 week ago | gbdmagazine.com | Timothy Anscombe-Bell

Story at a glance:As policies, technologies, and consumer preferences align, electrification is set to redefine how we heat, cool, and power our buildings—paving the way for a more sustainable built environment. Modern heat pump systems and low-GWP refrigerants are making high-efficiency, all-electric HVAC solutions viable across more climates and building types than ever before.
Cold-Formed Steel is Pushing the Limits of What’s Possible

1 week ago | gbdmagazine.com | MATT WATSON

Story at a glance:Experts point to cold-formed steel as an excellent choice for sustainability. AEC professionals benefit from increased versatility and flexibility in their designs. The last couple of years have seen robust growth in the market for cold-formed steel. A combination of trends in the construction industry—from labor shortages to a greater emphasis on sustainable materials and improved workplace safety—has increased demand for cold-formed steel framing systems.
Choosing the Right Insulation for Occupant Health and More

1 week ago | gbdmagazine.com | Haniya Rae

Story at a glance:Manufacturers and architects share their perspectives on what to consider when choosing insulation for the environment and occupant health. Understanding the life cycle of the insulation product you choose can lower carbon emissions. Your choice of insulation largely depends on context and performance goals, like resilience and life safety.
The Artistic Authenticity of Terra-Cotta on University Buildings

1 week ago | gbdmagazine.com | Christina Dean

Story at a glance:Terra-cotta’s life cycle costs and sustainability have captured the interest of a new generation of designers. Vanderbilt University constructed new buildings in a Gothic style with terra-cotta roofs that mimic the slate on historic campus buildings. Terra-cotta can be customized in color and texture to meet designers’ roofing and wall-cladding visions. Terra-cotta is experiencing a resurgence.
Sliding Doors and More Evolving Considerations in Health Care

1 week ago | gbdmagazine.com | Laura Rote

Story at a glance:Innovative technologies are improving privacy, acoustics, flexibility, and sustainability in health care. While SpecSlide launched in 2024, new configurations are in-process for many applications—from the single-slide and bi-parting available now to self-closing and telescoping. SpecSlide has been a popular option for design teams in health care to gain more square footage in exam rooms and offices.
Connected Door Entry That Goes Way Beyond the Intercom

1 week ago | gbdmagazine.com | Elyse Hauser

Story at a glance:Door entry systems now integrate with apps and software, offering easy remote control and instant information about building access. Built-to-last hardware can work with a building’s current wiring, which reduces installation time, costs, and material waste. These systems are customizable on every level, from tech integration options to aesthetic designs. The days of a stainless steel, two-way intercom on every multifamily building are over.
The Certifications & Code Compliance Driving Innovation

1 week ago | gbdmagazine.com | Keith Loria

Story at a glance:ICC-ES provides verified EPDs that help manufacturers meet consumer demands for sustainability and transparency and achieve valuable points for green building certifications like LEED. ICC-ES’ VAR program promotes eco-friendly practices and compliance with green codes and standards. Even in uncertain times, sustainable development has obvious benefits.
Amazon's HQ2 is a Blueprint for Sustainable Building

2 weeks ago | gbdmagazine.com | Laura Rote

Story at a glance:HQ2 is 100% powered by renewable energy and sees a 24% overall energy savings relative to a comparable new office building—enough electricity to power 572 homes in the US every year. The project achieves a 20% reduction in the carbon footprint of Met Park’s concrete structures compared to the industry baseline—saving more than 14,700 metric tons of carbon—or the equivalent of taking more than 3,200 cars off the road in the US for a year.