The Building Science is primarily responsible for the design of built structures on site, including ensuring the design reflects community priorities, including heritage preservation, gathering spaces, economic vitality, and other specific needs. 

We also assess environmental impact of our structures through material choices, design strategies, lighting use, and embodied carbon. In addition, we evaluate the economic implications of proposed design decisions to support clear and informed planning.

The team also coordinates modelling and analysis to support major planning and design decisions. We work with the Transport and Energy departments to apply simulation results to building placement, orientation, and shading while considering environmental factors such as brownfields and wetlands.

The Energy and Transportation team develops and coordinates modeling strategies to guide mobility, access, and energy decisions throughout the project. We propose and evaluate multimodal transportation options, including pedestrian-focused infrastructure, public transit access, roadway and parking design, ADA accessibility, emergency vehicle circulation, bike facilities, and rideshare accommodations. 

We conduct environmental simulations such as outdoor thermal comfort analysis in SimFlow, shading studies, and whole-building energy modelling in Sefaira. The team also develops HVAC strategies, onsite generation, utility improvements, lighting enhancements, and other specialized requirements.

The Water and Environment team develops and coordinates modeling strategies to support resilient and sustainable site design. We propose and analyze stormwater management approaches such as retention, conveyance, flood protection, and water purification. The team also recommends water-saving measures, including water reuse and broader conservation strategies.

We integrate nature-based solutions into water management by exploring ecologically supportive features, and identify and propose remediation strategies for areas with compromised soil or water quality.