2030

One of the biggest topics in architecture at the moment is sustainability. No longer a fringe topic but a shift towards headline consideration. It can be considered a valid item in the discussion points of design, no longer arbitrary or invalid in inclusion. Today there are great shifts to making it mainstream because the impact going forward can be great in making a difference, a positive difference. Sustainable Architecture is an important part of society going forward into the future.

Residential housing is one of the biggest contributors to green house gases. Going green is a consideration by designers and builders in concepts being developed and built right now, many homes now have included environmental considerations. What's more important is that consumers are now savvy and enlightened, making conscious decisions about being energy efficient and environmentally responsible.

There are many movements pushing the cause to make change and one in particular is Architecture 2030. The initiative to make all new buildings and renovations carbon neutral by 2030. An inspiring target for sustainable architecture.

Take a look at the video to find out more.

House

House is often a word spoken in many constructs with meanings as wide and varied as the colors in the spectrum. It's significance also holds weight of varying strengths in peoples lives and it's importance valued differently depending on your location on the globe.

A house, surely it's as simple as where someone resides. For others it's something they hope one day to have and for others it's something that helps identify us within a slot of social demography.

The reasons for establishing a House are obviously to provide shelter using the simplest of terms to explain it's formation. However the reasons for why they take the shape and forms, accented with colors and textures that wonderfully vary, is what makes it personal and inventive- and at sometimes even inspiring.

What is your meaning of the word House? If you've taken the time to read the post please contribute to the conversation.

Modern Exterior by Menlo Park Architects & Designers Ana Williamson Architect