| By Kim Ciesynski |
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Perhaps considered the father of adaptive reuse, Charles Darwin said, “It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent, ... it is the one that is the most adaptable to change.” As we experience this recession—which is deeper than any I have witnessed before—I consider Darwin’s way of thinking similar to using a solar-powered flashlight to illuminate my way through the darkness. Although we may know why we should change (to survive the downturn in the economy, to lessen our impact on the environment, and to ensure we have a profession to practice), do we agree on what we should change? Our lists may look different, but I offer mine as simply a place to begin a conversation about our profession... |
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Council Offers Podcast on Carbon-Neutral Hardwoods
A 24-minute podcast—packing a powerful message for eco-minded architects, designers and builders hungry for information on the green building movement—is now available from the Hardwood Council.
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NCIDQ Clarifies Exam Eligibility
The National Council for Interior Design Qualification has clarified the eligibility requirements for interior designers who have an accredited degree in architecture who wish to earn the NCIDQ Certificate credential.
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