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By Mark Zoller, PE, CxA, LEED AP Paladin, Inc Like the fair-haired star of the familiar fairy tale who discovered that neither extreme is acceptable in a challenging situation – like porridge found too hot or too cold, or chairs that are too big or small – engineers face a

By Erica Weeks, LEED Fellow Paladin Engineers In the past few decades, several third-party rating systems have emerged to elevate design, construction, and operations of buildings, spaces, and exterior places. While rating systems remain voluntary, there are many cities, campuses, and agencies that require a certain certification. Rating systems and certifications

By Mark Zoller, PE, CxA, LEED APPaladin Engineers The notion that every accident is preventable is more than just a philosophy – it’s the foundational principle of every decision we make in building design and construction. Whether we’re engineers, architects, contractors or building owners, we all have a unique opportunity

By Candice Rogers, Paladin, Inc. When clients ask me about sustainability in building projects, I often hear an undercurrent of skepticism. There’s a lingering perception that “green building” is either a regulatory burden or a feel-good marketing exercise. After decades in this industry, I can tell you that neither view

By Mark Zoller, PE, CxA, LEED AP Paladin Engineers When building owners first learn about lighting design, they often focus solely on meeting code requirements for Lighting Power Density (LPD) – the maximum allowable watts per square foot in a space. While code compliance is essential, treating it as the

By Paladin, Inc At Paladin, we’ve watched building commissioning (Cx) grow from a niche specialty into one of construction’s most vital quality assurance disciplines. Our commissioning teams help ensure buildings perform as designed while meeting today’s demanding standards for efficiency, sustainability and occupant comfort. For students looking for a unique

By Erica Weeks, LEED Fellow Construction and Demolition Waste in the Built Environment Construction and demolition (C&D) waste is a necessary evil of an ever-changing built environment. Buildings outlive their useful lifespan and are demolished for new ones to take their place (I’ll discuss adaptive reuse of existing buildings at

By Mark Zoller, Paladin, Inc As a commissioning provider and design engineer with a background in competitive running, I’ve come to appreciate the parallels between building resilient systems and training for a successful race. Just as a runner must prepare for the challenges of a tough course, building owners and