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Sustainable construction costs are often misunderstood
For years, sustainability has been seen as “more expensive.” But the real cost comes from failing to understand the project as a whole. A conversation the industry can no longer ignore.
Authors: Claudia Moreno – Valeria Kichi – Alexander Sepulveda
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Sustainable building design: Why early integration reduces CAPEX and OPEX
What happens when sustainability enters a project too late?
This article explores why the decisions made in the earliest stages can shape a building’s value, costs, and performance for decades. -
Swimming Pool Thermal Modeling: Better Pools, Lower Costs
What if the biggest problem with your pool isn’t the design… but the physics behind it?
This article explores how modeling tools can reduce energy waste, improve comfort, and turn pools into smarter long-term investments.
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Sustainable real estate performance: Why Profitability Matters
Sustainability is no longer the goal in real estate. Performance is. The market is shifting from “green features” and certifications toward a much more important question:
How do we design assets that operate better, cost less, and preserve their value over time?
In this article, we explore why the future of real estate is no longer about looking sustainable — but about measurable performance, smarter decisions, and long-term profitability. -
Charlie Cichetti on Green Loop
“What stood out to me about Green Loop is that they operate much more like an engineering-driven sustainability consultancy than a traditional LEED advisor. Their approach is deeply technical, rigorous, and focused on real performance.”
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Grand Sirenis
Tourism projects of the future don’t just welcome visitors, they protect the environment that draws them in. Grand Sirenis is a 20,000 m² hospitality development led by Hitos Urbanos, located on the island of San Andrés, one of Colombia’s most environmentally sensitive and strategically valuable tourism destinations. The project is pursuing LEED v3 Core &…
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Grand Hyatt
A reminder that high-end hospitality isn’t only about the guest experience, but about how resources are managed to support it sustainably. This hotel project in Bogotá, developed by Construcciones Planificadas, reflects a comprehensive approach to sustainability and high performance in the hospitality sector. Strategically located near Corferias and Ciudad Salitre, the development combines a luxury…
