An efficient approach to the Materials Petal begins well before a specific project is released for design. This panel will draw from experiences with institutional owners who have explored and engaged in multiple LBC projects, honing the ability and incentive to continually improve results.
Two experienced consultants and one (or two) owners will discuss ways to incorporate the language and lessons learned over the course of eight years of LBC materials pursuit. They will explain a nuts and bolts approach to establishing ambitious, reasonable project goals that are deliverable and not overly expensive.
Practical design and team considerations include creating a healthy materials-friendly RFP, preparing insightful design team interview questions and spotting potential red flags when choosing teams and consultants. Informed choices at this stage will result in significant savings of time and effort throughout the process.
Participants will:
- Learn about second- and third-generation RFP language.
- Recognize common pitfalls in team selection and division of responsibility.
- Begin LBC materials projects with confidence in certification feasibility.
- Understand how to incorporate healthier materials goals with minimal additional effort for design and construction teams, lowering anxiety and reducing soft costs.
This session is approved for the following continuing education credits:
- 1.5 LFA credits
- 1.5 AIA LU|HSW credits
