Process

"We will know we've succeeded when human systems start to function more like the systems we find in the natural world."

Chris Garvin, Terrapin Partner

Drawing on its network of expertise, Terrapin helps clients look ahead and think creatively about environmental strategy, policy, and related opportunities. We bring intellectual rigor and a depth of knowledge that leads to focused solutions and helps our clients break new ground.

Environmental Opportunities Charrettes

Intensive design workshops that engage key project members in a process of creative collaboration

Design & Development Guidelines

A tailored set of guidelines that helps clients follow through on their goals and commitments

Operations Guidelines

Guidelines on maintaining facilities to meet the high performance standards set during design

Policy Consulting

Limited or on-going engagements as advisors to government, corporate, or non-profit groups

Decision-making Tools

Specialized analytical tools help assess the long- and short-term consequences of changing variables

Original Research

Reports that distill leading-edge thinking from top academics and practitioners

Speeches & Writing

Presentations and articles framing key issues and expanding awareness for strategic audiences

Process Photos

ELEMENT Goes Green

Terrapin client Starwood Hotels has announced the launch of ELEMENT, the first major hotel line to commit to LEED certification. Terrapin worked with Starwood to develop comprehensive green design strategies, tailored for different climate regions around the world.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts

Terrapin in Print

Bill Browning and Bob Fox are among the authors of a new book, Biophilic Design: The Theory, Science, and Practice of Bringing Buildings to Life edited by Yale professor Stephen Kellert and published by John Wiley & Sons.

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