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Elise, a Design Principle for Unispace's New York Studio, shared her background and her role in the corporate real estate industry, emphasizing the importance of wellness and support spaces in the workplace. She discussed their use of a scheduling system for hybrid work, and their experimentation with AI for design visualizations. Elise also highlighted their commitment to DEIB and ESG values, and her pride in challenging traditional workplace norms in the legal industry.

Written By: Orlane Panet & Narrated By: Gayle Crew
In the pursuit of sustainable development, urban farming has emerged as a transformative solution, especially for buildings seeking to obtain WELL- and Fitwel-certified labels. These certifications prioritize the health and well-being of occupants, aligning perfectly with the principles upheld by urban farming. By integrating urban farms into underutilized locations around big cities, companies like ours are revolutionizing the urban landscape and enabling buildings to reap a multitude of benefits. This blog post explores how urban farming projects contribute to obtaining WELL and Fitwel certifications while fostering healthier and more sustainable urban environments.

Written By: Kahleb Carradine & Narrated By: Gayle Crew

The energy transition – a global shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources – is a complex and multifaceted process. The end goal is to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels, introduce more choice into the sources of energy we use, and, ultimately, create a more resilient energy grid. One of the most significant challenges in this transition is the current state of the global supply chain.

Written By: Lauren Gant & Narrated By: Gayle Crew
Humans come in all shapes, sizes, and abilities, and differences are not deficits. However, if our spaces are not designed to accommodate various physical needs, the impact can be distressing. When navigation, use, fit, or communication is difficult or impossible, simply existing in the environment feels “othering.” And if that environment happens to be your workplace, productivity might be diminished due to limited accessibility and the emotional burdens that ensue.

Written By: Emily Dunn & Narrated By: Gayle Crew

Ever exclaim, “I’m in awe!” without truly grasping the depth of that statement?

Unraveling the intricacies of awe is a compelling endeavor, especially as we continue to embark on a new year filled with aspirations for well-being and growth. Beyond personal goals, fostering a sense of connection and shared experiences with others can lead to a more awe-filled existence. Since we create many of those connections and shared experiences in our built environment – especially our workplaces – buildings are ripe with opportunities to cultivate more awe in our lives.

Listen in to gain insights from Tom Arnold, energy efficiency veteran and CEO of decarbonization firm Gridium, and Dr. Christopher Teng, who has a doctorate in climate adaptation and over two decades of experience in building sustainability into the built environment. This podcast is part of our ongoing series “The Green Footprint: Corporate Real Estate Insights” in which we discuss big challenges – and big opportunities – facing global corporate real estate professionals as they collectively address decarbonization and ESG requirements.