Built Ecology is our multidisciplinary approach to creating Future Ready buildings and places that sustain healthy, resilient, vibrant communities while restoring our environment. Through innovative solutions and holistic approaches, we deliver science-based outcomes for building and neighborhood designs that help organizations anticipate and adapt to future needs.

U.S. team members
40+
Certified projects
500+
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We know how to design and retrofit buildings to create a more resilient and sustainable future. The key is also making sure those buildings create lasting value for the people and communities they support.

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Senior Vice President/National Director, Built Ecology
United States
Narada has over 17 years of experience in architectural design and construction, building performance and cost-benefit analysis, human-centric design, integrative project management, and thought leadership in the field of green building.
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Charlie Marino
Senior Vice President, Built Ecology
United States
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Jeffrey Rios
Senior Vice President, Built Ecology
United States
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Gina Bocra
Vice President, Built Ecology
United States
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Zachary Stevens
Vice President, Built Ecology
United States
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Arash Zarmehr
Lead Building Performance Consultant, Technical Services
United States
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What are the benefits of partnering with specialists in Built Ecology?

Our team helps organizations optimize energy efficiency, reduce resource use and improve environments inside and out. Our expertise lowers whole-life costs, supports occupant health and ensures compliance with environmental regulations. The result? Buildings that not only hold higher market value but also strengthen resilience to climate change, ensuring long-term viability and broader benefits to society.

When should we engage Built Ecology experts to have the most impact?

The earlier you bring in a consultant—ideally in the planning or schematic design phases—the greater the impact. Early involvement weaves sustainability and resilience into the foundation of your project, maximizing value and minimizing cost. Still, our team can deliver meaningful results at any point, from construction through post-occupancy and retrofits.

How does partnering with Built Ecology create lasting impact for my organization?

We help clients map a clear path for long-term portfolio, asset and technology planning. By combining life cycle energy and financial analysis, we provide a complete picture of current performance and a strategic roadmap to achieve decarbonization and asset optimization goals—a valuable tool for resilient organizations.

How can my cost-conscious project benefit from Built Ecology services?

The suite of analysis tools used by Built Ecology—including energy simulation—is perfect for making cost-based decisions that are more complete than simple first cost comparisons. Our process is to provide owners with a total cost of ownership analysis so they can select systems and designs that make long-term financial sense.

What sustainable building certifications can Built Ecology help us achieve?

We support a wide range of building and site certifications, including LEED, WELL, Fitwel, Energy Star, Living Building Challenge, Passive House, SITES and many more. These certifications emphasize environmental commitments as well as consideration of occupant well-being. Together, we can determine what certifications best suit your goals and project.

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