Sustainable building owes a lot to good design and taking advantage of the natural resources available at the site, but it also comes down to a “green” choice of materials. The availability of…
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Sustainability in architecture addresses the negative environmental and social impacts of buildings by utilizing design methods, materials, energy and development spaces that aren’t detrimental to the surrounding ecosystem or communities. The philosophy is…
So, you’re finally on your first Build Abroad trip in Antigua, Guatemala! Time is flying, you’re making the difference you set out to make, and before you know it, the weekend has arrived….
First things first – it’s never too late to travel overseas, whether you’re just out of high school or enjoying your retirement years. As a first time traveler, experiencing the world outside of…
When you decide to participate in a sustainable volunteering abroad program, it is probably because you want to give something back, learn about new cultures and have an enriching experience at the same…
You’ve finally taken the leap and booked your Build Abroad trip! The next step involves figuring out what is the best flight option for you. Booking an international flight can be a daunting…
“The pain can be particularly profound when friends or neighbors are lost or social support is unavailable or when a home is destroyed”, says Bill O’Callahan, assistant director of emergency services for the…
Even the cheapest volunteering programs can start to get expensive when you factor in costs for flights, immunizations, and travel insurance. One of the most common ways to combat these costs is to…
Costa Rica’s tropical climate can roughly be divided into two seasons – the dry months from December through to April and the wet period from May to November. But when deciding on the…
A different way to live “You don’t know anything!” My mom always says this describing her childhood memories growing up on a small Minnesota farm. She had to walk a mile to see…
