Rocky Rockefeller, AIA

As a board member for Passive House California, I helped man the booth yesterday (along with Tracy Blair, Christian Kienapfel & Cyril Petit) at the USGBC held at The Beehive by SoLa. I appreciated that they didn't use single use cups/plates, offering water filling stations and recycling bins throughout. There were many great vendors and non-profits that I'll be studying up on in the coming weeks. We got the word out about PH standards. 1. Climate specific insulation (if you don't think we need insulation in California, I'll share my own experience on it) 2. Thermal bridge free construction  3. Airtight enclosure (which also means water and smoke tight) 4. High performance windows/doors 5. Hygienic ventilation with heat recovery and no recirculation of air (especially great for those with allergies) #interiordesigner #passivehousestandard  #greenbuilding #greenmeanshealthier #walkthetalk

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New Inclusive Designers Episode Alert! Designing for: Crisis Centers  (Season 5, Episode 4) with Stephen N. Parker AIA NOMA NCARB LEED AP and Robyn Linstrom, Behavioral Health Design Experts from Stantec. As mental health issues rise, the current system often directs those in crisis to overloaded emergency departments. A better solution? Crisis Stabilization Centers. Join us on the Inclusive Designers Podcast as we explore how to design these essential facilities effectively. In this episode, we delve into: - Reducing stigma in mental health care - Incorporating evidence-based research into design - Utilizing Trauma-Informed Design principles to create supportive environments Our experts share their knowledgeable views on the specific challenges and solutions in designing these crucial facilities. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion! Listen now and contribute to a better mental health care system. #InclusiveDesignersPodcast #MentalHealth #CrisisStabilization #Stantec #TraumaInformedDesign #HealthcareDesign #MentalWellness

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Great summary of ED1 changes here, especially on the ADU 'Loophole'. I recently toured a project that reserved space for ADUs and that was making it pencil (just barely). It will be interesting to see what sort of chilling effect this has, if any.

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A LA house that is not a LA house! #modernhomes #modernhouse #modernhousedesign #residentialdesign #residentialarchitecture #LAhomes #Californiahomes #Californiaarchitecture

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Discover the innovative features of EcoWorx Resilient highlighted by Metropolis Magazine in this article! Shaw Contract is setting new standards, emphasizing performance, design and sustainability. Read more in Metropolis' article.

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High density: 12.6 units per acre (including site retention and clubhouse) - This creates a walkable, urban feel. Townhomes: Perfect for urban living with individual units and shared walls. Side courtyard pool: Offers a private outdoor space for residents. Studio garage off the alley: Efficient use of space and minimizes street impact. Clubhouse (3,000 sq. ft.): Provides a community space for residents. Alley access: Reduces street congestion and allows for hidden service areas. Neo-traditional design: Evokes a nostalgic, charming aesthetic. Design by Spencer: Local architect specializing in this style (assumed). Serves developers across the US: Offering this design concept to a wide audience. Working currently with architects in 8 states: Extensive network for project execution. Overall, portraying a high-density townhome community that caters to urban living preferences. The neo-traditional design and alley access contribute to a walkable, community-oriented atmosphere.

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The most pressing issue of our time has a way of slipping into the background or we may think, "what can I do in the face of something so big?" Join us to bring sustainability back into the foreground, and to discuss practical, achievable solutions.

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Busting myths about Passive House is important to its propagation. Read and learn what Passive House is NOT as well as what it IS.

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This is an interesting take on development fees for residential projects, given our current state of housing and the high cost of home ownership and rent in our state. Having just spent some three years negotiating with a local jurisdiction on the merits of an ADU with one of our questions being the imposition of an easement or deed restriction being an act of extraction or “fee”…I find this ruling fascinating, and optimistic for the development communities striving to provide more reasonable housing options for the middle class here in California. According to a recent study; “…fees for new single-family homes could range from $21,000 to $157,000, and could account for 6% to 18% of the median home price.” #housingfirst #rebuildourmiddle #supportlocal

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We're thrilled to announce that Anthony Cataldo, AIA, LEED AP is featured in Bisnow! After speaking at Bisnow’s SOCAL Industrial Conference, Anthony was invited to share his insights on California’s new building code aimed at reducing embodied carbon. This amendment, effective July 1, marks a significant step towards net-zero goals. As Anthony says, "My guess is California did this because they want to get us starting to look at carbon and being accountable, ultimately, for the embodied carbon that our buildings are producing," Lowney Architecture Chief Operating Officer Anthony Cataldo said. "When the building code is updated a year and a half down the road, they’ll start to turn up the heat." Read more about this pivotal change and its impact on construction and development in the full article on Bisnow. #LowneyArchitecture #SustainableBuilding #EmbodiedCarbon #GreenConstruction #NetZero #BISNOW #IndustrialDesign #CaliforniaBuildingCode

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https://lnkd.in/gUq3G_tb Join a short talk with Dana Kennish "Deke" Smith, FAIA Emeritus, FbSI who has been involved with NIBS for 41 years! I discussed with Deke Smith the importance of collaboration and technology in improving the building design and construction process at #BI2024, the 50th anniversary of #buildingsciences. We emphasize the need for a cultural shift towards teamwork and the potential of digital twins to transform building operations and maintenance. We also address the challenges and opportunities in managing information in the AEC industry, highlighting the need for authoritative sources and understanding the full lifecycle of information. Deke Smith has been involved in NIBS for 41 years, starting with the Facility Information Council. Building design and standards have evolved over time, with NIBS bridging the private and public sectors. We discuss the importance of teamwork in construction projects, the complexity of the AEC industry, and the need for a T-shaped organization to handle the flow of information. We chat about the role of AI in churning through large amounts of data in the AEC industry and the Brains & Bytes #BIMStorm, which Deke helped start 16 years ago: https://lnkd.in/gRqabHW7 See more interviews for #BI2024 at: https://lnkd.in/gcy5zjAQ

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The American Institute of Architects (AIA) president, Kimberly Dowdell, calls for bold action to reshape architecture’s future; addressing the climate crisis, diversity within the profession, and reevaluating compensation structures and embracing technological advancements, like artificial intelligence. #learnglazing #AIA #architecture #climatecrisis #climatechange #paystructures #AI #artificialintelligence #buildingdesign #glassindustry #sustainability #education #diversity #buildingthefuture

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When an existing property falls out of character with the surrounding land use, it no longer represents the property’s highest and best value. Take for example, an industrial facility located downtown and in a city that’s in desperate need of affordable, multi-family housing and mixed-use development. This was the situation in December 2021 when Beyond partnered with the development team at Relevant Group on a redevelopment project in Downtown LA that would transform a one-story industrial facility into a 16-story, mixed-use building with apartment units over street-level retail. Beyond carefully selected Relevant Group, based on their long history of successfully completing development projects in Los Angeles, and provided the capital needed to acquire the property and complete all the required predevelopment activities to entitle it with approvals. By the end of 2023, Beyond’s capital had been repaid, allowing us to provide our investors with an annualized internal rate of return of 30.4% and an equity multiple of 1.7x over a 24-month holding period, which equates to an appreciation of 70%. These favorable results were possible due to the power of the “highest and best use” concept. To learn more about the successful redevelopment project, the value of remaining selective when choosing development partners, and the reason why a fully entitled development site is worth more than the same property without entitlements, watch Beyond Lenders latest YouTube video. https://lnkd.in/gfUfERdX #CommercialRealEstate #CRE #LandEntitlement #BestLandUse #Redevelopment #BeyondLenders #BeyondWealth #BeyondInternational #AlternativeInvestments 

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Check out #flanigansecologic featuring Steven Lewis, FAIA, NOMAC, Urban Design Principal with the Portland-based firm, ZGF Architects. Steve was also a candidate for the 2026 President at the The American Institute of Architects (AIA). He is a facilitator of #partnerships and #alliances between groups and individuals who seek to use #architecture and #design to effect #positivechange to our world. Steve brings to ZGF a wealth of experience across #urbanplanning and #design, from Southern California to Detroit and back, Steve's #ethicsdriven #urbanplanning and #design has made the cities he’s worked in not only more aesthetically beautiful, but also more #equitable and representative of the surrounding #communities. Following in the footsteps of his father, an #architect with a drive for #justice, #equity, #diversity, and #inclusion, Steve #designs, #speaks, #mentors, and #volunteers tirelessly to #advocate for what he believes in and to see those values embodied in the #builtenvironment. He and Ted discuss his AIA Presidential candidacy and campaign experience, the elements of #sustainabledesign, digging into #embeddedmaterials, #energyuse, #buildingdecarbonization, and #electrification. Steve concludes that he is dedicated to #equity in #design to effect #positivechange for the #future of #architecture. https://lnkd.in/gfR-e86j

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Interested in modular healthcare buildings? Watch this video highlighting the HGA designed STAAT MOD.

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