This is our fourth project to attempt this credit. A major "lesson learned" is to make sure the intent and requirements are discussed early in concept and SD. This can be an immense help in qualifying for the owner and the design team what is meant by common comments such as "bring the indoors in," "connect with the environment out there," etc.
Including illustrations during concept also keep the intent of this credit in the forefront from the beginning. We are finding this credit to be one of our clients' favorites to talk about once the project is completed.
America Alva
PageSeptember 2, 2021 - 5:42 pm
I am submitting this pilot credit for the first time. The design team and stakeholders discussed several different strategies through the design phase. Utlimately, I am submitting the 5 strongests. Is it worth including that information on the other strategies discussed for context?
Kath Williams
LEED Fellow 2011, PrincipalKath Williams + Associates
140 thumbs up
September 2, 2021 - 5:54 pm
We always have.
Belén Valladares López
MrsValladares Ingenieria
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November 26, 2022 - 5:58 am
Dear Kath, we totally agree with the “leason learned”: Working this approach with design teams from the earliest stages of design allows them to develop several concepts and ideas that can be easily incorporated into the design concept. It is impressive to discover the different and diverse proposals that are developed in the different projects.
We are currently working on the rehabilitation of a small office building and the design team has introduced several elements related to biophilia: landscaped inner courtyards, Material Connection with Nature through forms and patterns, an outdoor area on the roof for the use of the occupants, designated for relaxation with biophilia elements: direct line of sight to plants, panoramic views of the city...