Sustainability
We believe that high design and high performance go hand-in-hand.
Studio NYL has been on the forefront of energy efficient and low-embodied carbon buildings. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of technology, materiality, innovation, and knowledge to advocate for solutions that benefit the planet.
Energy performance
Certifications
We help projects achieve project certification goals with experience in LEED, WELL, PHIUS, and Living Building Challenge-certified projects.
Building envelope
We are experts in high performance envelope design and are helping to advance codes and standards that elevate building performance.
Renewable energy
We enable successful, efficient, and creative integration of renewable energy systems required to meet or exceed net-zero energy targets.
Embodied carbon
Timber structures
There are many environmental and aesthetic benefits of using wood instead of concrete or steel. We specialize in mass timber structures in a variety of scales and uses and invest in research and development.
Adaptive reuse
By using advanced processes and materials we can repurpose systems, facades, or entire buildings to transform outdated buildings into new, revitalized spaces that can meet modern needs.
Historic preservation
The greenest buildings are the ones that never need to be torn down. We save valuable historic buildings that define community character with solutions that improve safety, repair damage, and support new uses.
Featured Projects
Resources
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SE2050 commitment
NYL was among the first 20 to sign this commitment to net zero
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AIA 2030 Challenge
Studio NYL is a proud signatory on this powerful industry-wide call to action.
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Net Zero letter of support
Studio NYL leadership urged Boston to adopt net-zero stretch codes.
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Facade performance
Designboom highlights Populous’ performance-enhancing facade.
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Engineered wood design
Chris O’Hara interviews with Building Design + Construction on the benefits of wood.
