Boulder, Colorado Design Development Resources
Posted in Architecture, Community Think, Culture, Design, Development, Green Issues, Transportation on Sep 3rd, 2008
In a stark contrast to the last post I made about NYC where one of New York’s finest blindsided some kid on a bike and the rise in bike use, this past weekend was the culmination of New York City’s closing of Park Avenue from the Brooklyn Bridge all the way to Central Park.
This […]
Posted in Architecture, Boulder & Environs, Culture, Design, Development, Green Issues on Sep 2nd, 2008
Continuing on the 2008 Landmarks of the Future Tour: Architects at Home, we introduce Len Segel’s house at 726 Pine Street:
Historic preservation strongly shaped the design of this architect’s home. The one story bungalow-style house, originally built in 1951, featured some watered-down aspects of the designs of Frank Lloyd Wright. In 1995 the building was […]
Posted in Architecture, Boulder & Environs, Design, Development, Green Issues on Aug 28th, 2008
Developed in Seattle and managed by the National Sustainable Building Advisor Program, the Sustainable Building Advisor course is offered for the first time in Colorado: a 9-month program for working professionals leading to a nationally recognized certification, for information and registration: www.patternmapping.com
Posted in Community Think, Culture, Design, Events, Green Issues on Aug 27th, 2008
Day two at Hirshorn Park, and the Sustainable Living Roadshow (SLR) has brought their team of educators, musicians and entertainers to join forces with some of Colorado’s local green businesses and organizations. Be The Change Tour is fore-fronting environmental awareness and sustainable solutions at the Democratic National Convention. From the top of the block, […]
Posted in Architecture, Boulder & Environs, Culture, Design, Development, Green Issues, Modern on Aug 26th, 2008
Continuing on the 2008 Landmarks of the Future Tour: Architects at Home, we introduce the home of Steven Dodd, Steven Dodd Architect, INC., at 3076 7th Street:
3076 7th Street
Mention manufactured or factory-built housing to most people and the last things that come to mind are modern design, natural living or green building strategies. […]
Posted in Architecture, Boulder & Environs, Community Think, Design, Development, Green Issues on Aug 25th, 2008
CU Biodiesel is preparing for its final push to complete the long awaited ESTER trailer. ESTER is a mobile biodiesel processor and biofuel research facility built in a converted 20×7 trailer. ESTER will meet international fire and safety code standards with a shower/eyewash, primary and secondary containment for hazardous chemicals, and explosion-proof equipment. This […]
Posted in Boulder & Environs, Design, Green Issues, Modern on Aug 21st, 2008
Cefiore is committed to providing the best Italian non-fat frozen yogurt experience with a taste unmatched, flavors light and pure and surroundings that uplift. Although Cefiore’s signature colors are pink and white, their store design is focused on being “Green” and using sustainable materials. From the outside, the large street facing windows are […]
Posted in Architecture, Competitions, Design, Development, Green Issues on Aug 21st, 2008
In our final CU Architecture & Planning feature from the United States Green Building Council’s Natural Building Competition, we bring you the design boards created by Alissa Wilson and Jennifer Vlasak.
The Alliance for Sustainable Colorado is an organization whose mission is “to catalyze the shift to a truly sustainable world by fostering collaboration among non-profits, […]