Tuesday, June 9th @ 12pm ET | Virtual Programing
Hosted by the AIA Pennsylvania Small Firm Exchange (SFxPA)
Are clients saying NO to sustainable design features? - How can you change their minds?
This session explores how to communicate the real-world value of building beyond minimum code requirements, focusing not just on energy savings but also on comfort, durability, resilience, resale value, and long-term operational performance. From healthier indoor environments and tighter building envelopes to fewer maintenance issues (and yes, fewer unwanted critters), attendees will gain practical strategies for helping skeptical clients see sustainable design as a smart business investment rather than an added expense.
Join us for a timely discussion on Pennsylvania's transition to the 2021 Commercial and Residential Codes, how the increased environmental standard requirements are affecting design, and practical detailing "hacks" that can meet or exceed code requirements without busting the construction budget. Through case studies, cost-savings discussions, and ROI-focused conversations, this session will provide tools and talking points to better communicate the long-term financial and functional benefits of high-performance design.
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Susan Frear
AIA Pennsylvania
New Cumberland PA
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