Sustainable Design

This February, we are highlighting the role that architecture has had in global climate change and envisioning ways we can contribute to solutions.

We believe buildings should not only mitigate negative consequences for the environment but can surpass this to provide a net positive contribution.

We believe that sustainable design begins at the onset of a project and is a mindset that carries on through construction.

2050 is the AIA’s target year for the U.S. to achieve net-zero emissions from the building sector. New York State’s institutions, and the SUNY system in particular, are looking for ways to lead the transition to sustainable alternatives. SUNY aims to reduce their energy consumption by 30% by the year 2020. Their goal to revitalize existing facilities and design new facilities as carbon neutral demonstrates their commitment to climate recovery. The University ta Buffalo has engaged A|r to explore multiple options for achieving net zero on new construction projects. A|r is also exploring deep energy retrofit at Buffalo State College, to simultaneously renew aging facilities and drastically shrink its carbon footprint.

As architects, designers, and citizens, we have a shared responsibility to make sustainability a top priority. Let’s work together to make this a reality!

Find out more about our past LEED Certified projects here:
https://www.archres.com/project/bronx-childrens-pc/
https://www.archres.com/project/silverman-library/
https://www.archres.com/project/suny-canton-carc/

Sustainable Design

This February, we are highlighting the role that architecture has had in global climate change and envisioning ways we can contribute to solutions.

Modular Design

Simplicity in design does not exclude deep thought and strategic planning – modular design is a manifestation of this idea and is a level of design thinking that can be utilized at any scale.

Universal Design for Public Comfort Stations

We strive to design for all at every level of the built environment. We are looking beyond Gender Neutral design to Universally designed bathrooms, or comfort stations – conceived to be accessible to all people, regardless of gender expression, age, ability, belief, and social structure.