We don’t build better because we have to—we build better because we can. This session kicks off a season of transformation, collaboration, and massive impact—spotlighting how architects, engineers, builders, and designers are creating buildings that go beyond compliance to actively promote health, joy, and resilience.
Led by Michael Ingui, architect and founder of the Passive House Accelerator, this talk will explore how high-performance buildings are setting new standards for what’s possible in the built environment. Drawing on real-world projects, the session will demonstrate how thoughtful design can address today’s most urgent challenges—including climate change, public health, and social disconnection—while also creating spaces that are beautiful, durable, and uplifting.
Attendees will gain insights into integrated design strategies, lessons from successful retrofits and new builds, and the critical role of interdisciplinary collaboration in delivering buildings that truly serve people and the planet. Whether you're leading a firm, managing a project, or dreaming of what comes next, this session will equip you with inspiration and actionable tools to design for a better future—starting now.
This free presentation will take place on Wednesday, September 3rd at 9am PT / 12pm ET and will be followed by a lively Q+A session. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from an industry leader and engage with the PHA community. See you there!