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The Waterfall Residence by AGD - A LEED and Net Zero residence in Carmel Valley, CA I have had the opportunity to spend almost a year working with AGD … However, I have absolutely no background in architecture. I have a love for beautiful homes and can appreciate thoughtful design, but couldn’t tell you anything about structures or building codes or RFPs. I was initially drawn to AGD for their emphasis on sustainable and community-focused design. Though I also have no academi

The proposed sanctuary for Altadena, as part of a design competition, rises from the landscape as an emblem of renewal after the Eaton Fire of 2025, transforming a story of loss into one of resilience and communal rebirth.

After signing up for the LEED Certification exam, the studying process might seem daunting. But no worries, the key ingredients are time and dedication to study and to fully comprehend the contents of the exam. In this Part Two, AGD emerging professional Gabriela Sortino Herrero shares her personal experience with studying for the exam.

Vernacular Architecture Part II: Micro Blog Present day, vernacular architecture still exists, but in a different way. The methods,...