Hi Everyone-
I’m back after a very long break. I wasn’t on vacation or anything; just trying to finish up school and get through this wretched exam. I’ve been working on my certification in sustainable building, and can now officially say I am a Certified Sustainable Building Advisor (CSBA). This distinction was hard earned - the test was the equivalent to passing the bar exam and you only had three hours!
In addition to finishing school I had begun teaching as well at the local city college. This summer I taught a hands-on construction course to adults looking for a career change and to young students hoping to get into the trades. I’ve also been approached to pen a green building textbook!
I am happy to be back to normal (somewhat) and look forward to resuming posts on what’s going on here in the US of A as well as any and all things related to sustainable design and building as I am up to my eyebrows in it.
Ciao for now,
Arcadia Maximo, CSBA!
PS: If you have any questions or comments regarding green building please feel free to drop me a line.
July 29th, 2008 at 12:34 pm
Congratulations on becoming a Certified Sustainable Building Advisor. Hope you inspire your students to build green!
August 12th, 2008 at 10:16 am
Hi Arcadia
I’m a final year Masters of Architecture student. My final project is based on environmental sustainability, with a focus on aestheics recycled. My project is focused on repurposing vinyl flooring for another building application. Are you aware of any other practioners or students who have attempted this ?
August 12th, 2008 at 6:09 pm
Hi Adam,
What a fantastic idea you have! The only repurposed idea I have seen thus far, are old license plates used as exterior cladding (not a good look in my opinion). I’m not aware of anyone else doing this. Good luck with your final project :)!