Blocks created using naturally occurring microalgae

AZURE Media delves into our Bio-Block Spiral installation with Prometheus Materials in its latest issue, highlighting its role as a zero-carbon alternative to conventional concrete masonry units. The blocks are created using naturally occurring microalgae combined with water, sunlight, and CO2 in a patent-pending process to create a material chemically similar to coral reefs and oyster shells. "Coral reefs occupy only a tiny fraction of the ocean floor, yet they…



Construction has started on our Building of Excellence Winner “Street Smart”

This four-unit multi-family building reclaims an open parking lot and will provide comfortable, healthy, and quiet apartments to live in. Most importantly, this project will be a teacher, helping people become aware of the benefits of a new type of building that is economical to build, easy to replicate, desirable to live in, and transformative in its efficiency and resource use. Read More


Morris Adjmi Architects participating in a Facades+ DC panel

We are excited to share that MA's P Christian Bailey, AIA, SARA, LEED AP, will participate in a Facades+ DC panel alongside Andrew Christopher from Akridge and Jeffry Kerr from Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH). Join us at the Washington Plaza Hotel on Wednesday, March 20, for a full day of inspiration, networking, and industry-leading insights. Explore the complete program agenda and secure your spot NOW by registering. We hope…


Meet us at the intersection of climate resilience & social equity

Principal Grayson Jordan moderates a panel discussion on designing for climate resilience and social equity. We'd love to see our colleagues and friends there. Speakers include: Illya Azaroff, FAIA of +LAB Architect PLLC., known for building resiliency hubs worldwide. Daniel Heuberger of Dattner Architects, with deep experience in NYC affordable housing. Jennifer Bloom Leone AIA LEED, Chief Sustainability Officer of NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development, leading efforts to…


Caton Flats wins 2023 National Association of Home Builders Best in American Living Platinum Award

Caton Flats wins 2023 National Association of Home Builders Best in American Living Platinum Award in the Affordable, Multifamily category! This 255 unit Brooklyn development offers much needed affordable housing, office space for local community organization The Caribbean Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CACCI), attended parking, the redeveloped and expanded Flatbush Central Caribbean Marketplace, as well as a shared commercial kitchen and design studio focused on opportunities for BIPOC entrepreneurs.…


Engine 16 Passive House passed its final blower door test

We're excited to share that Engine 16 recently passed its final blower door test. This was a huge step for the project, which is seeking passive house certification from the Passive House Institute. We are thankful to be working with the R. Sutton & Co. team and BLDGTYP, LLC Passive House Consultants, and we are incredibly happy to have Kevin Brennan, who implemented the air sealing on this project. The support of such an amazing…


Charlotte of the Upper West Side is in the news again

Charlotte of the Upper West Side is in the news again, and in the Wall Street Journal again! What a great feature on its clean air and the healthy living environment created inside this Passive House building. "Charlotte of the Upper West Side, a building in Manhattan that opened in 2023, has seven full-floor units, each with a private entrance. The building has airtight construction with enhanced insulation. Each unit…


AIA International – Restoring the Past, Protecting the Future: Decarbonizing Historic Buildings

Join Michael Syracuse AIA LEED AP, on March 15 for the AIA International Spring Conference Decarbonizing Construction: From Material Production to Preservative Adaptive Reuse, when I'll speak about Decarbonizing Historic Buildings! See More Event Description How can landmarked historic buildings be sensitively transformed into high-performing, energy-efficient buildings, prepared for the next century? We look to the renovation of the landmarked Rubin Hall, a New York University student residence that will…


2024 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Cristina Rodríguez-Vázquez, FXCollaborative

“Cristina has had a pivotal role in FXCollaborative’s cultural and educational projects, from the award-winning new home for Covenant House New York to studies for The New School and the Museo de Arte de Ponce. She has also taken an active role in mentoring junior design staff.” - Michael Syracuse, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, Partner at FXCollaborative. Continue Reading


The Catskill Project: Net-Zero Nirvana

One of the major appeals of buying a home in the Catskills is building a healthier, more sustainable life. The mountain air is cleaner, there’s quick access to hiking trails, biking, fishing and more, and you finally have the space to garden and keep your kitchen in a steady supply of heirloom tomatoes and squash all summer long. Continue Reading