The Five Principles of Ecological Design 1. The best solutions grow from paying attention to the unique physical and cultural qualities of place. Sustainable design in New York is not the same as sustainable design in Alaska or Hong Kong. Rather, it takes endless forms that depend on the singular conditions of a particular place. Ecological accounting suggests that the money economy must be accountable to a larger commons.
Economic decisions have a direct and indirect effect on social and environmental health.
Thus, owners, builders and designers of toxic buildings that impact people's health will suffer economically, while green buildings will prosper. Design with nature. Then we will have an infinitely sophisticated and intelligent technological society. Everyone is a designer and needs to be part of the design process. Community involvement is key to finding solutions that benefit everyone, nature included.