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“There are estimated to be 35 Passivhaus schools currently underway or in the pipeline in Scotland. The international Passivhaus building standard offers exceptional energy efficiency, cutting a building’s heating energy use by up to 80%, compared to current building regulations, as well as delivering exemplary levels of interior comfort, wellbeing, and durability. Scottish Futures Trust funding This revolution in Scottish schools has come about thanks to an innovative funding mechanism from the Scottish Futures Trust (SFT). Projects receiving funding need to meet an ambitious energy target and funding may be reduced based on any performance gap post-completion. The Passivhaus standard effectively eliminates the performance gap, de-risking the securing of funding. It has been impressive how swiftly the industry, supply chain and clients have adjusted to delivering to the Passivhaus standard in the education sector. And perhaps these school projects can offer useful lessons to the wider Scottish construction industry.”

AGS Associates - Both Education leaders, and school architects say that understanding what students, and staff want in school construction, and renovation is vital for planning. #construction #education #architect #schools

When educational architects and designers begin the process of modernization and construction, it can include more than the creation of blueprints and meeting district budgets. Engaging with each school's community can help to craft unique experiences whether it's in the middle of a busy city or in a rural setting. Kara Arundel illustrates some fine examples in this article. #SchoolDesign #EducationMatters #EmpoweringLearners

Other sectors have slowed the pace of building. But universities continue to break ground. Here’s a quick refresher in Campus Construction 101.

Of the more than 1,000 educational projects completed by DMR Architects, more than 80% can be categorized as reinvestment relationships that have spanned decades, touched most of the districts’ buildings and guided the community through major moments. DMR has supported at least 30 districts through 25 projects each, a window into the role that an architect plays in the process of providing modern, safe and stimulating infrastructure for learning. In addition to choosing a capable designer, choosing the right architectural partner for these projects means choosing a firm that can identify unique funding sources, comprehend pragmatic functions of the building, consider how construction projects will disrupt the existing ecosystem and examine every opportunity for a chance to improve functionality. #NJarchitects

Navigating unique construction requirements and creating an effective plan and design are just the beginning.  Check out our blog to learn more! 📚🏗️ https://bit.ly/3XtBHyj #schoolconstruction #constructionchallenges #educationfacilities #blogupdate #buildingbetter

Education leaders and school architects say knowing what students and staff want in school construction and renovation is vital for planning. What role do you think students and teachers should play in a school's design process? #edchat #schooldesign #construction

Here find what today's Architects & Designers of Educational facilities are doing to not only priorize structural design & aesthetic, but address the critical side of safety in all that they create on those 'high educational' buildings, residental halls and campus. Then there is the "emotional" safety for the students and their families. Good read!

Other sectors have slowed the pace of building. But universities continue to break ground. Here’s a quick refresher in Campus Construction 101.

Time for some #TuesdayTrends!! What's happening in the construction and building materials world today?? Not being too cool for school! Higher ed projects are booming! Read here for more! #thebridgergroup #highered #education #construction #buildingmaterials