Sustainable Urban Design: What a Manchester Research Room Taught Me

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Sustainable Urban Design: What a Manchester Research Room Taught Me

This summer I presented at Livable Cities 2026, the AMPS conference hosted by the University of Salford in Manchester. While I attended the conference as a researcher, I found the conversations and conclusions from the event incredibly valuable to my…

Jade Wong29 July 2026

BEE Japan WELL certification team with IWBI CEO Rachel Hodgdon at the WELL 2026 Global Event Series Tokyo Summit, May 2026

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WELL Certification Japan: BEE at the 2026 Tokyo Summit

Our BEE Japan team attended the WELL 2026 Global Event Series Tokyo Summit on 19 May. Held at the Cisco Systems office in Minato City, it was organized by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI). For BEE's WELL certification Japan practice, attending was a…

JC-Ray Bellen22 May 2026

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Beyond Surface Compliance: Why GREENGUARD vs. FloorScore Distinctions Matter in WELL Building Certification

The WELL certification ensures a building supports the well-being of occupants. In addition to designing a mechanical ventilation system and installing sensors to detect and remove toxins from finished spaces, it’s equally critical to limit exposure to harmful volatile organic…

Rose Morrison8 May 2026

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LEED & WELL Certification: How Sunrooms, Windows, and Basements Affect Building Envelope Testing in 2026

In 2026, building a high-performance home isn't just about good design — it’s about proven results. Certifications like LEED home certification and WELL building certification now focus heavily on how a home actually performs once it’s built. At the center…

Rose Morrison8 May 2026

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Alessandro Bisagni: IWBI Award Winner Interview

We’re pleased to share a recent interview with Alessandro Bisagni, our Founder and President, published by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI). IWBI recently recognized Alessandro with the Trailblazer Award, and in this first-person feature, he reflects on his professional…

Olga Pleskatsevich13 June 2025

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WELL Recharge Summit Energizes Sydney

The WELL Recharge Regional Summit is moving forward, with its next stop in Sydney. On June 18, the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) will bring together leading experts, practitioners, and enthusiasts dedicated to advancing building health and well-being. The summit…

Olga Pleskatsevich11 June 2024

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WELL Recharge Conference in Tokyo: How It Was

May 31st was a remarkable day at the WELL Recharge conference in Tokyo. The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) organized a series of insightful discussions and events that explored the latest trends in building sustainability. Our team was actively involved,…

Olga Pleskatsevich4 June 2024

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Exploring How Sustainable Construction and Green Building Certifications Influence Commercial Real Estate Values

Commercial real estate (CRE) developers move heaven and earth to unlearn their environmentally unsound ways and adopt eco-friendly ones with one goal in mind — to earn sustainable building certifications. Swimming upstream against tried-and-true construction practices can be expensive because…

Rose Morrison10 April 2024

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Insights and Highlights from WELL Summit and Greenbuild Conference

September 2023 turned out to be an eventful month for BEE Incorporations. We had the distinct pleasure of participating in two key events within the sustainable building landscape: the WELL Summit and the Greenbuild Conference. These gatherings offered our team…

Olga Pleskatsevich14 December 2023

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Varso Tower: The Tallest Tower in the European Union Achieves WELL Gold Certification

Congratulations to Varso Tower for achieving WELL Core & Shell Gold Level Certification! Thanks to its strong sustainability efforts and the talented team of architects from Foster+Partners, the building has also received the BREEAM Outstanding certification. Our team managed the…

Olga Pleskatsevich15 November 2023

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