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David Benjamin 1stAccount HolderOpenLink Network David Benjamin architectural design and research for sustainable development Fort Lauderdale, FloridaArchitecture & Planning Current BETTER, INC, and Photonica and John Todd Ecological Design Previous Grace Arts Center, John Todd Ecological Design, Oslo and Akershus University of Applied Sciences Education Oslo and Akershus University College (HiOA) 295 connectionsSend a messageEndorseMore options Relationship Contact Info Connected 14 seconds ago Background Summary Research on the relationships between ecology, culture, and architecture, and experience mainly in Europe in designing new construction and the modernisation and refurbishment of existing buildings. Since my research at the NTNU in Trondheim, I have also been involved in coordinating research for different design conferences, have published conference papers, incl. book: The Home: Words, Interpretations... by Ashgate, 1996, and work in partnership with network partners John Todd Ecological Design, KIC FM, and the IntertribalCOUP. I am a founding partner together with Guenter Lang and Ralph Avallone of the platform BETTER, Inc. (Buildings ESPo Toward Training and Energy Renewal), which is again part of network of companies and non-profits working on ethical, culturally sensitive sustainable development. My goals are to enhance my skills and knowledge for ecologically and culturally sensitive design and research to better assist communities in achieving resilience and prosperity. Specialties:I have a PhD in architecture from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, LEED AP BD+C certification from the USGBC, am a member of the Norwegian Architects Society MNAL, and assoc. AIA. I have experience with the practice and management of charrettes, or participatory design processes to elicit meaningful user and client interpretations of design decisions and goals/objectives, energy efficient architecture, research on design, and environmental urban design. Experience principal BETTER, INC, and Photonica and John Todd Ecological Design May 1997 – Present (16 years 10 months)Woods Hole, MA., USA and Fort Lauderdale, FL., USA, and Oslo, Norway Performing research and architectural design as private practitioner, with international projects, with a special emphasis and interest in design for ecological and cultural sensitivity. from 2009 to 2011 i worked on a Postdoc fellowship at the Oslo and Akershus University College to research better methods and procedures for construction companies and developers to renovate their buildings to the Passivhaus standard, with a grant from the Norwegian Research Council. I am also a founding partner of BETTER, Inc., and a partner at John Todd Ecological Design. I am involved with the USEPA and the Tribal Green Buildings Codes work group working on developing green building codes and standards for Native America. Current writing projects include work on biomimicry in Architecture, new business models for the delivery of radically high levels of energy efficiency in the built environment, a possible MDG for healthy housing, and a revised version of the The Home: Words, Interpretations, Meanings, and Environments, published by Ashgate. (Open)3 recommendations, including: Anthony Abbate AIA, NCARB, LEED AP Anthony Abbate AIA, NCARB, LEED AP Associate Provost for FAU Broward Campuses Professor I know David to be a person who walks his talk. He is a thought leader and is committed to making the world better. He does...View John Todd John Todd President at Ocean Arks International David is dedicated to the environment, to the creation and operation of successful businesses and in developing creative...View 1 more recommendation board member Grace Arts Center 2012 – 2013 (1 year) partner John Todd Ecological Design 2005 – 2011 (6 years) still at John Todd Ecological Design working on marketing and conceptual design (Open)1 recommendation Dagmar Epsten Dagmar Epsten Owner, The Epsten Group, Inc. David has a broad, global vision for energy-efficiency in the built environment and an international architectural background. Plus, he is great to work with!View Post Doctoral Fellow and researcher Oslo and Akershus University of Applied Sciences February 2010 – November 2010 (10 months)Oslo, Norway Contract research and then later became a Post Doctoral Fellow supported by the Norwegian Research Council, on how contractors and developers in Oslo region can improve their processes to achieve Passivhaus certification for their renovation projects. co owner and architect Club Peace and Plenty Hotel 2004 – 2005 (1 year) NTNUPhD researcher NTNU September 1988 – December 1993 (5 years 4 months)Trondheim, Norway Did phd research on the relationship between the home and the agricultural lifeways and ecology of pre-historic Scandinavia, Bronze age to Iron age and recieved PhD in 1993 by dissertation:The ancient Scandinavian dwelling: Interpretations of the home concept from case study reconstructions (2 vols.). 1993. Dr. Ing. (PhD) dissertation, Norwegian Institute of Technology no. 1993:109, (now Norwegian University of Science and Technology), and University Microfilms International, Ann Arbor, Michigan. architect Trond Thommesen Arkitekt March 1985 – August 1988 (3 years 6 months) project architect for large-scale food processing and industrial projects in Norway and also internationally. architect Per Knudsen Arkitektkontor October 1984 – March 1985 (6 months) Designed a camping trailer interior and diverse architectural work on buildings at the NTNU. Projects Mordal lejlighed i Oslo 2008 – 2009 renovering af lejligheden og udvidelse til et nyt soverom 2 team members David Benjamin David Benjamin architectural design and research for sustainable development No photo Henning K. Stabell Courses Independent Coursework Intl. Solar Energy Society solar design course - 2006 Languages Danish, Norwegian Full professional proficiency English Native or bilingual proficiency Skills & Endorsements Top Skills 24Green Building 22Architectural Design 21Sustainability 13Architecture 12Urban Design 10Energy Efficiency 10Sustainable Development 6Sustainable Design 3Participatory Design 3Construction David also knows about... 3Renovation 3Sustainable Architecture 3Architectures 2Innovation Management 2Urban Planning 2Design Research 1Interior Architecture 1Comprehensive Planning 1Environmental Awareness 1Mixed-use 1BIM 1Site Planning 1Urban 1Submittals Education Oslo and Akershus University College (HiOA) Oslo and Akershus University College (HiOA) partial completion of a Post doctoral fellowship, Architecture, non graded research 2010 – 2011 I was involved in setting up the research path at HiOA on improvement of construction industry practices for Passivhaus renovation in Norway. Activities and Societies: Norwegian Architects Society, Intl. Passivhaus Assoc. Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) PhD, Architecture 1988 – 1994 PhD dissertation title: The Ancient Scandinavian dwelling: Interpretations of the home concept from case study reconstructions. 2 Vols. 1993. Available through University Microfilms, Ann Arbor, Michigan. Recent citations in: Rice, Charles. 2007. The Emergence of the Interior. Milton Park, UK: Routledge. Activities and Societies: Norwegian Society of Architects, AIA, USGBC, Passivhusnorden Washington University in St. Louis Washington University in St. Louis Master of Architecture, Architecture 1975 – 1982 Additional Info Interests ecological design of water and natural resources management, architecture, participatory design processes and technologies, extremely energy efficient architecture Advice for Contacting David contact me at david@photonica.bz Organizations Additional Organizations Norwegian Society of Architects, AIA, USGBC Recommendations Received (4)Given (1) Peter, would you like to recommend David? Recommend David principal BETTER, INC, and Photonica and John Todd Ecological Design Anthony Abbate AIA, NCARB, LEED AP Anthony Abbate AIA, NCARB, LEED AP Associate Provost for FAU Broward Campuses Professor I know David to be a person who walks his talk. He is a thought leader and is committed to making the world better. He does not fear adversity and has the intelligence and skill to confront challenges ethically and honestly. May 27, 2013, Anthony was with another company when working with David at BETTER, INC, and Photonica and John Todd Ecological Design John Todd John Todd President at Ocean Arks International David is dedicated to the environment, to the creation and operation of successful businesses and in developing creative financing approaches for difficult to launch projects. May 22, 2013, John was with another company when working with David at BETTER, INC, and Photonica and John Todd Ecological Design Xavier Dequaire Xavier Dequaire Energy liberator It has been great to know and work with David. We have been working together in different settings and it has always been very beneficial to me thanks to his generous attitude to share his broad knowledge of architecture and sustainability. May 21, 2013, Xavier worked directly with David at BETTER, INC, and Photonica and John Todd Ecological Design partner John Todd Ecological Design Dagmar Epsten Dagmar Epsten Owner, The Epsten Group, Inc. David has a broad, global vision for energy-efficiency in the built environment and an international architectural background. Plus, he is great to work with! March 7, 2013, Dagmar was a consultant or contractor to David at John Todd Ecological Design ConnectionsShared (6) Patrick MoorePatrick Moore1st Independent Music Professional Jonathan CloudJonathan Cloud1st Cofounder and Executive Director at New Jersey PACE / Center for Regenerative Community Solutions, a 501c3 NJ Nonprofit Steve BrantSteve Brant1st Commercial Vehicle Driver Victoria ZelinVictoria Zelin1st Sustainability through Innovative Finance and Community Regeneration Anne Helene WirstadAnne Helene Wirstad1st Changemaker, Solutionist, Permaculturist. Providing SolaRoof Tech for local quality food, water, and energy security. 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