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Tim Zhang posted an update in the group
Graphics 14 years, 6 months ago
anyone know the best way to convey “god rays” in drawn perspectives? thanks
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Joy Kuebler posted an update in the group
The Sustainable Sites Initiative 14 years, 6 months ago
The NY Upstate Chapter of the ASLA is teaming with the NY State AIA for the first time ever to put a JOINT conference together! Sustainability is a particular topic that is HOT on both arenas. Please feel free to let me know if there are people interested in presenting at the conference regarding the SSI to LEED roll out, or to a particularly…[Read more]
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Andrew Spiering posted an update in the group
The Sustainable Sites Initiative 14 years, 6 months ago
Feel free to use the group’s forum to post questions and discussion topics. Just click the “+ Start Discussion” link.
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Oona Johnsen posted an update in the group
LEED in Landscape Architecture 14 years, 6 months ago
Thank you Eric for your feedback – invaluable information since many have been asking about the LEED GA exam.
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STEPHANIE Landregan FASLA LEED posted an update in the group
The Sustainable Sites Initiative 14 years, 6 months ago
Charles,
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Eric Shepley posted an update in the group
LEED in Landscape Architecture 14 years, 6 months ago
Just sat for the GA Exam and passed on the first attempt. It’s definitely distilled down from the old version of the exams. From my perspective the LEED GA is a great credential for LAs to have the distinction, but without having to go through the specialty portions that are beyond our typical work. Sustainable Sites is where I’m placing my emphasis.
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Charles A. Warsinske posted an update in the group
The Sustainable Sites Initiative 14 years, 6 months ago
My civil engineer handed me a brochure on the Filterra Bioretention System which appears to be a vault, filled with gravel, sand and a little peat moss that takes in and filters storm water. The vault is topped with a tree grate where you plant a plant from the recommended list provided by Filterra. Has anyone used this system? They recommend that…[Read more]
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Matthew Schafer posted an update in the group
LEED in Landscape Architecture 14 years, 6 months ago
That’s fantastic to know USGBC is taking SiTES seriously. Alot of fellow designers have been very concerned about how SITES and LEED will integrate or if any integration will take place at all!?!?! There are so many great things about SITES that it would be a shame for LEED to miss. Thanks for the note, Heather!
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Heather L. Venhaus posted an update in the group
LEED in Landscape Architecture 14 years, 6 months ago
Hey Folks! Just a quick note to say hello and introduce myself. After completing the 2009 report, I resigned as project manager of the Sustainable Sites Initiative to pursue other opportunities and spend more time with my 7 month old son. I am currently working with the USGBC as a subject matter expert to incorporate portions of the Sustainable…[Read more]
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Geoffrey Katz posted an update in the group
The Sustainable Sites Initiative 14 years, 6 months ago
I agree with Heather about building a track record of using the SSI. It is through application in the real world that tools like the SSI show their strengths and value.
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Heather L. Venhaus posted an update in the group
The Sustainable Sites Initiative 14 years, 6 months ago
I am anxious to see the outcome of the pilot projects. I think the real world application and testing of Sites is of the upmost importance and we will learn a great deal from this process.
In order to continue building natural capital through the design construction and maintenance of regenerative systems, we need to see the application of…[Read more]
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Steven Rodie posted an update in the group
The Sustainable Sites Initiative 14 years, 6 months ago
Hi Heather! You and I have had many past conversations when you were in the trenches with SSI. So what are your current thoughts from your new perspective relative to what needs to happen to keep the SSI momentum going? Is practical application the key….or are there other issues that are just as critical?
You’ve been a great resource…..hope…[Read more]
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Heather L. Venhaus posted an update in the group
The Sustainable Sites Initiative 14 years, 6 months ago
Hey Folks! Just a quick note to say hello and introduce myself. After completing the 2009 report, I resigned as project manager of the Sustainable Sites Initiative to pursue other opportunities and spend more time with my 7 month old son. I am excited to hear your thoughts and concentrate more strongly on the practical application of the…[Read more]
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Jay Everett posted an update in the group
Planning Profession and Landscape Architecture 14 years, 7 months ago
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Naomi Sachs, ASLA, EDAC posted an update in the group
LEED in Landscape Architecture 14 years, 7 months ago
Thanks much to Chad and Charles. Are there specific details that you used, or did you just design your own details for each specific site? I’m going to look at SSI and see if there are any parking lots in their case studies; looking for pictures of good examples to show client that it can look good as well as earn them LEED credits!
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Chad Shaw posted an update in the group
LEED in Landscape Architecture 14 years, 7 months ago
Naomi-
If 6″ curbs are a must, explore the possibility of using curb cuts at regular intervals or where it makes sense….the cuts will still allow runoff to enter the depression. Clay soils? Maybe grade soil towards a central trench/basin filled with gravel. Put an underdrain at the bottom of the gravel and follow Charles’ suggestion of piping…[Read more] -
Charles A. Warsinske posted an update in the group
LEED in Landscape Architecture 14 years, 7 months ago
Naomi
We have done quite a few parking lots with the planting islands as depressed catchment areas. Most of the time we have to plumb them together to get rid of the water as infiltration is not good. One problem I have seen is that these areas tend collect litter and looks bad unless cleaned oftern. -
Boilerplater posted an update in the group
LEED in Landscape Architecture 14 years, 7 months ago
I just took a little Green Associate Review the week before last as part of training for BPI (Building Performance Institute) certification. I plan to take the GA test within the next few weeks, so I’ll post how it goes.
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Naomi Sachs, ASLA, EDAC posted an update in the group
LEED in Landscape Architecture 14 years, 7 months ago
Anyone have a good detail/case study for using planting islands as small stormwater catchment areas? This is for the northeast, and the parking lot will most likely have standard curbs, but if there’s another idea… Just getting started on the project, but excited about the possibilities. Thanks!
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Oona Johnsen posted an update in the group
LEED in Landscape Architecture 14 years, 7 months ago
Has anyone taken the LEED Green Associate exam? Please share your exam experience.
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