Embodied Carbon in Public Space Design

Join us as we explore Embodied Carbon in Public Space Design through an engaging presentation by DTAH and Ha/f Climate Design. This presentation will provide a background on their work and research related to the embodied carbon and environmental performance of the public and key factors influencing the industry.

About Our Speakers

Juliette Cook,

Co-Founder

Ha/f Climate Design

Juliette brings design thinking and a lifecycle lens to Ha/f’s diverse portfolio of projects. Her background in geography and environmental science has informed her understanding of how building materials are sourced, processed, transformed, and handled at end-of-life– a unique perspective that is foundational to our approach. Rediscovering the wonders of the world through the eyes of her young son has deepened her commitment and focus on design and policy work that can shape a healthier future.

Prior to co-founding Ha/f, Juliette led life cycle assessment and material research on several projects at MASS Design Group and White Arkitekter, where she created a palette of low-carbon, natural materials for the new Velindre Cancer Centre. Her leadership of the benchmarking and life cycle assessments of Ha/f’s first project, the embodied carbon policy primer for the City of Toronto, proved pivotal in establishing the broader buy-in and political support.

Juliette leads the ‘Re-narrativizing Net Zero’ research seminar at the University of Waterloo’s School of Architecture, and is co-author of peer-reviewed papers exploring topics like whole life carbon in building envelopes and the history of deconstruction practice and policy in North America.

Colin Berman, OALA, CSLA

Associate Partner

DTAH

Colin is a landscape architect and urban designer with over 20 years of experience, specializing in public parks, squares, urban revitalization, green infrastructure, streetscapes, and master plans. He is committed to community-focused projects and low-impact development, with expertise in sustainable design and carbon calculation for public spaces. Colin offers deep insights into innovative design solutions and the future of urban landscapes, with a focus on creating spaces that are both functional and environmentally responsible.