The Evolving Green Story of Phipps: A Living Building Takes Shape

One of the world's first living buildings is taking root on Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Garden's historic Oakland campus in Pittsburgh, PA. The Center for Sustainable Landscapes, slated to open in spring 2012, will produce all its own energy, and capture and treat all water on site, literally having as much impact on the environment as a flower. Learn more about this revolutionary project in "The Evolving Green Story of Phipps: A Living Building Takes Shape" and at www.PhippsCSL.org.

[@MikeTaylor1]

What a gorgeous conservatory and forward thinking installation. Superb leadership.

[@gardenshedmanchester]

As for me, it is almost a paradise as I've seen your beautiful craft. I highly acknowledge your expertise. You really have the talent, passion and the ability to create happiness to every individual. I salute you for featuring this wonderful creation. It is very interesting and heartbreaking indeed!

[@josiedakota]

I visited the conservatory on a school field trip for my Urban Horticulture and Sustainability Class. I have never seen anything like it! Beautiful!

[@FabulosayFit]

This is a beautiful place! Loved it!!!

[@emmanueloluga9770]

This reminds me of Talk is Cheap by Chet Faker.

[@montgoodell]

Nice, but wondering why the LEED Silver, why didn't you get a #LEED Platinum award? Also, "Zero Net Energy" is an #Oxymoron that makes #ZERO sense! The correct term is "Net Zero Energy." #NetZeroEnergy