At studioTROIKA we push to adhere to the principle of PEOPLE-PLANET-PROSPERITY. When these aspects are in balance with one another we all benefit. They also apply at any scale. Places that we design that are healthy, sustainable, and work well for the needs of the people reduce the burdens that building places on the planet while being a place that those that inhabit do so with greater joy leads to greater prosperity. While there are certifications for green buildings, such as LEED, we design to meet that ecological balance regardless of points.

In keeping with the theme of THREE, we align our practice along this path:

ONE: Incorporate

studioTROIKA's office serves as our own test bed for results. Clients and contractors can come by and see sustainability in practice and where we are hoping to bring it further. Day-lit, recycling (waste & product imbedded), operable windows, access to public transit, and so on. Moving forward we will be participating in both AIA's 2030 Commitment as well as Architecture 2030 - providing a template for carbon neutrality strategies that will stand to inform greatly our design approach and stronghold as a knowledge resource.

TWO: Integrate

As we repeatedly state, the building profession brings together a remarkably varied group of individuals. When this diverse group works in concert with one another the possibilities are infinite and the project benefits are exceptional - this includes a building that is designed and operates at the most sustainable result. An energy-efficient, healthy, and beautiful design. Adding layers such as LEED and Living Building criteria takes an even greater level of integration.

THREE: Educate

We are ever learning and ever teaching. We are proactive in transparent self-assessment and researching the latest aspects of sustainable design and sharing what we learn to our employees, colleagues, and even our clients on methods of improving the building's performance while lessening its impact.