Join us for an engaging evening exploring how high-performance residential design can deliver healthier, more durable, and lower-carbon homes—and why these outcomes are still not the norm.
This event combines a professional lecture with a curated, salon-style discussion over food and drinks, bringing together architects, educators, and students for candid conversation.
Lecture | 5:00–6:00 PM
Noah Fitch, ArchitectZero Energy Design (ZED)
High-performance design and construction responds to the building industry ’s need for buildings that are healthier, more comfortable, long-lasting, and environmentally responsible. In this lecture, Noah Fitch will share methods and principles for designing and constructing high-performance homes, drawing from professional practice and award-winning projects. Topics include fundamental building science, integrated design strategies, and the importance of detailing, craftsmanship, and on-site verification.
Curated Salon-Style Discussion | 6:00–7:00 PM
Food & drinks provided
Following the lecture, participants are invited to stay for a curated, salon-style discussion led by Design Veritas, Program Curator & Discussion Lead. This conversation is intentionally designed to bridge building science, professional practice, and lived human experience.
Together, we ’ll explore a central question:If we know better… why aren’t we building better?
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