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Mussels Matter: Exploring Restoration Design for Freshwater Mussels

Designers should embrace an expanded role in aquatic wildlife restoration to link our natural and built environments, benefitting multiple species and better connecting people to nature. When thinking about ecological assets, the freshwater mussel should be at the forefront of the discussion.

The Future of Project Management in Design

by Sarine Sahakian Thoughts?

The important role of project management is evolving and becoming more important than ever. How will it impact design in the future?

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Press Release: Eastside Development to be presented with LEED Gold

March 2008 “PITTSBURGH, Feb 28–The Mosites Company and The Design Alliance Architects have announced that Building C—the Borders Books building... View Article

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Columns "The State of Sustainability"

August 2007 “A lot of good design decisions don’t follow the LEED matrix,” admits Christine Mondor, AIA, LEED AP and... View Article

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Shady Ave "The East End Goes Green"

” Earn one point for abating and developing a brownfield site, two for recycling 75% of construction waste, and another... View Article

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Pop City "Pop Star: Marc and Christine Mondor"

December 2006 “Marc and Christine Mondor, two heads talking at once, are the corporate culture at evolve EA. Spouses, co-principals,... View Article

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Pittsburgh Magazine "Forty Under Forty"

November 2006 “To an architect, living in Pittsburgh is kind of like being a kid in a candy store. While... View Article

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Pop City "The Moving Guide to Friendship"

November 2006 “Architect Marc Mondor, principal of the firm evolve and Friendship resident, understands the attraction. In fact, he says,... View Article