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Exploring the sustainability of ceramic surfaces

Diary of a Tile Addict

The Italian tile industry has analysed the product’s environmental impacts over its entire life cycle by means of a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA). Ceramic products can be certified as complying with the main international green building assessment protocols (LEED, BREEAM, etc.). Akoya by Ceramica Sant’Agostino. More at [link].

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STATS Commercial: Healthcare the bright spot in 2020

Floor Covering News

Industry observers say the first and fourth quarters of 2020 performed significantly better than the second and third quarters. Sustainability remains an important consideration for hotel renovation and construction, as “green” tourism remains an important consideration for potential guests, according to industry studies.

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The Costs Associated with becoming an Architect | Life of an Architect

Life of an Architect

When you add these costs, with the costs of other organizations and certifications we are encouraged to participate in and obtain USGBC/LEED, AIA, etc., I believe the firm paying for your licensing is a pre-2008 standard and is now considered overhead as opposed to an investment. They have ranged in size from 2 – 250 people.

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