Across the United States, architects and developers are rethinking what it means to build responsibly—not simply for today's conditions, but for the intensifying weather patterns of the decades ahead. Climate-resilient design has moved from a niche consideration to a foundational planning requirement. The firms that understand this shift are not just future-proofing their projects; they are redefining what competitive, responsible development looks like.
Jul 25, 2026
What began as a wellness-forward design philosophy has quietly become an expectation in forward-thinking American commercial spaces. Biophilic design—the practice of integrating natural light, vegetation, organic materials, and living systems into the built environment—is now influencing tenant decisions, employee retention, and brand perception in ways that make it far more than an aesthetic preference. Gab de Arq examines the science, the business case, and the practical application of nature-
Jul 24, 2026
Across the United States, architects and developers are discovering that the most compelling spaces for tomorrow's communities already exist—they simply need to be reimagined. This feature explores five transformative adaptive reuse strategies that are converting derelict structures into vibrant, sustainable community anchors, and explains why preservation and innovation are not opposing forces.
Jul 24, 2026