ICYMI: Perkins&Will Launches Open-Source Tool for Healthier Environments

Listen to the audio version of this article announcing a new resource for A&D professionals that offers greater insights into public health data for design projects.

Robert Nieminen

Jan. 15, 2024

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The headquarters of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) in Washington, D.C., designed by Perkins&Will, is the first project in the world to receive three Platinum certifications from the Green Building Certification Inc. (GBCI): LEED ID+C, WELL, and TRUE.

In this “In Case You Missed It Episode,” we highlight a recent article titled, "Perkins&Will Launches Open-Source Tool for Healthier Environments," that was originally published online on Dec. 11th, 2023 by the i+s staff. Listen in as we describe this new resource for architects and designers that leverages public health data to help better inform design decisions for commercial projects.

About the Author

Robert Nieminen

Market Content Director

Market Content Director, American School & University, Architectural Products, BUILDINGS, and interiors+sources

Robert Nieminen is the Market Content Director of four leading B2B publications serving the commercial architecture and design industries: American School & University, Architectural Products, BUILDINGS, and interiors+sources. With a career rooted in editorial excellence and a passion for storytelling, Robert oversees a diverse content portfolio that spans award-winning feature articles, strategic podcast programming, and digital media initiatives aimed at empowering design professionals, facility managers, and commercial building stakeholders.

He is the host of the I Hear Design podcast and curates the Smart Buildings Technology Report, bringing thought leadership to the forefront of innovation in built environments. Robert leads editorial and creative direction for multiple industry award programs—including the Elev8 Design Awards and Product Innovation Awards—and is a recognized voice in sustainability, smart technology integration, and forward-thinking design.

Robert's work has earned him industry-wide recognition throughout his career, including:

ASBPE Award (2019, 2018, 2017, 2015)—Best Regularly-Contributed Column; retrofit
TABPI Award (2017, 2016)—Top 25 Entries, Cover Story; Retail Environments
WPA Maggie Award (2011, 2010, 2008)—Best Publication, Trade; interiors+sources
FOLIO: Eddie Gold Award (2022, 2007)—Best Feature Article & Special Section; interiors+sources
Contributing author of ASID’s 2020 Outlook and State of Interior Design report, as well as The State of the Interior Design Profession (Fairchild Books, 2010), which earned a place on the International Federation of Interior Architects/Designers’ “50 Must Read, Must Have” book list.