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Join us every second Tuesday of the month for a dose of optimism with thought-provoking guests who are revolutionizing their fields. Innovators will lead virtual workshops for an hour of discovery, inspiration, and community. Led by editor in chief, Avinash Rajagopal, these workshops will be guided by our audience, where questions are not only welcome but encouraged.

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Metropolis Editors, Natural Habitat, sustainability, sustainable architecture

METROPOLIS Introduces Natural Habitat, a Sustainable Homes Video Series

The series debuts with a tour of a tranquil upstate New York retreat designed with Passive House principles.

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Building New York’s First Passive House Community

The Catskill Project is a 90-acre community of carbon neutral homes designed with residents’ health and wellbeing in mind.  

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    Designing for Change At NeoCon and Design Days

    For an industry that has long equated innovation with novelty, the most compelling launches at NeoCon and Design Days argued for adaptability and resourcefulness.

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    14 Products Shaping a More Responsive Office

    Return-to-office mandates and hybrid-work models have some companies rethinking their office spaces—and design-forward manufacturers are keeping pace. These latest office furnishings and components address the evolving…

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The 2026 Planet Positive Awards

Applying to the most comprehensive awards for sustainable and healthy design will be easier than ever! Here’s everything you need to know.

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This UVA Campus Building Asks Students to Slow Down

At the University of Virginia, Aidlin Darling Design creates the Contemplative Commons, a cross-disciplinary hub where calm, clarity, and connection are embedded in the architecture itself.

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