How Do Sustainability, Acoustics, and Resilience Shape Modern Buildings?

May 27, 2025

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This week’s quiz is from From LEED to WELL: Certifying healthy, resilient, and sustainable buildings. In modern building design, structural strength and aesthetics are no longer enough—health, sustainability, and resilience now shape the foundation of high-performance spaces. From energy-efficient HVAC systems and low-emission materials to acoustics, water quality, and climate-adaptive strategies, today’s construction priorities demand a holistic approach. This article explores how standards like LEED, WELL, and property resilience assessments (PRAs) are transforming the way architects and engineers create environments that support both people and the planet. Read the article and take the quiz to see how much you know.

Quiz - May 27
1. Which of the following best describes the distinction between LEED and the WELL Building Standard?
2. According to WELL and LEED v4.1 standards, which of the following strategies is most appropriate for achieving high indoor air quality (IAQ)?
3. In the context of Property Resilience Assessments (PRAs), which design intervention would best support a building's ability to maintain functionality during extreme weather events?

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