HKS Architects's podcast

For centuries, the primary design considerations for our building materials have been performance, cost and esthetics. But, what happens when we try to add human health and environmental sustainability to that list? With the launch of LEED v4, the definition of green materials is changing – awarding credits for using building products that disclose data about potential environmental impact, responsible sourcing, product ingredients and their hazards. Mikhail Davis, Director, Restorative Enterprise, Interface, offers a process for designers to prioritize and focus efforts on green material selection in a way that will drive the use of better materials by manufacturers.