Education as key for transformative change
Emeritus Institute of Management
Sustainable Design Masterclass
Lens Services: Developing Organizations, Regenerative Design & Development
Engaging individuals and teams to evolve, grow, and help their organizations thrive with the demands of a constantly changing industry is essential to the success of any organization. Lens designed and delivered a customized and easily comprehendible program available globally to enable this client to successfully navigate change, empower its team members, and advance as leaders in the sustainable manufacturing and construction industry.
Top photo credit: Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
Photo credit: Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
Lens designed and delivered a virtual 9-part masterclass for Emeritus Institute of Management and global concrete supplier – Cemex, “Adding Value in the Sustainable Design Process." The central theme focused on sustainable design and green building certification process, responding to the client’s goal of contributing to and advancing a healthier world.
Some of the project's specific goals included helping the client, Cemex, a global supplier of concrete, global sales team become more fluent in the architecture and design process from project vision to completion. We focused on creating more impact in their work and becoming trusted advisors versus having a transactional sales approach. Key features included:
- USGBC LEED, LBC & BREEAM green certifications programs
- Decarbonization, LCA's & related aspects for local and global green initiatives and incentives
- Case study integration with of one of the greenest projects in the world (7 certifications total) that Len's consulted on: The Center for Sustainable Landscapes
This project concluded by providing the client with a 90-minute series inclusive of 12 short videos that present overviews, research, storytelling, and session summaries. Cemex team members could utilize these videos to engage with Lens following their learning experiences for questions, continuous dialogue, and clarification.
Meet the Team
Peter Rasmussen, AIA, LFA
Principal
Pete is a leader in our higher education, housing, and community development work. He believes that good design can have a positive impact on the quality of everyday life of our communities.
Sonja Bochart, IIDA, LEED AP, LEED AP BD&C, WELL AP, LFA
Director
Sonja leads Lens using regenerative, living-systems strategies to advance well-being, place, and community, driving meaningful impact and transformative change for people, projects, and organizations.