WHGA Harlem Trades Hub
Pathway to success in the building and construction trades
An initiative led by Harlem nonprofit and business leaders to expand opportunities for Harlem new and emerging minority businesses in the building and construction trades. Partners include Watson Plumbing and Heating, NY Women’s Chamber of Commerce, Manhattan Educational Opportunity Center and West Harlem Group Assistance, Inc.
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Nature’s Marvels: Innovation in Natural Building Design
Join us to learn about biomimicry with examples of designs and systems that mimic nature’s design lessons; including natural forms, models, measures, and biological processes to deepen sustainable methodology.


Get Well Soon: Biophilic Design for Healthcare Part 2
In part two of this course, we will explore the scientific evidence supporting the benefits of biophilic design in health care facilities and we will see three examples of hospitals that have already implemented biophilic design strategies.


Georgia Tech Engineered Biosystem Building (EBB) – A Case Study
Join us as we explore EBB using AIA’s COTE measures of sustainable design.