Bowling Green Architecture Projects Showcase Sustainable Building

Bowling Green is a leader in sustainable building, with several notable architecture projects showcasing innovative and eco-friendly designs.

The city's downtown area features a LEED-certified building that uses a green roof to insulate and reduce energy consumption.

This building is a great example of how green architecture can benefit both the environment and the community.

The building's green roof provides insulation, reducing the need for heating and cooling, and also serves as a habitat for local wildlife.

The city's commitment to sustainable building is evident in its use of recycled materials, such as reclaimed wood and low-VOC paints, in many of its projects.

These materials not only reduce waste but also promote a healthier indoor environment for occupants.

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I recently had the chance to visit the campus of Boise State University, and I was blown away by the innovative sustainable building project spearheaded by a graduate student.

The project, which earned the student a prestigious award, focused on incorporating green roofs and walls into the building's design.

A green roof is essentially a roof covered with plants, which can help reduce stormwater runoff and provide insulation for the building.

This student's project also explored the use of recycled materials in building construction, such as reclaimed wood and low-VOC paints.

The project's emphasis on using local and sustainable materials not only reduced the building's carbon footprint but also supported the local economy.

By integrating green spaces into the building's design, the student aimed to create a healthier and more productive indoor environment for occupants.

Studies have shown that being surrounded by nature can improve cognitive function and boost mood, making green spaces a valuable asset in any building.

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As an environmental design/architecture major, you'll learn how to design indoor and outdoor spaces that are in ecological and aesthetic harmony with their surroundings.

You'll study the principles of architecture, landscape architecture, and urban planning, which involve math, physics, drawing, and computer classes. This will give you a solid foundation to tackle projects that require a combination of technical and creative skills.

Environmental designers and architects work on both public and private spaces, used for leisure, recreational, commercial, or living purposes. They create spaces like parks, garden centers, green roofs, courtyards, and public squares.

To learn more about this major, call the Enrollment Advisor at 1-800-2REVIEW (800-273-8439) ext. 1, Monday to Friday from 9AM to 10PM ET, or Saturday and Sunday from 9AM to 8PM ET.