P E R S P E C T I V EReed, B. (2012, February 23). Interview by L. Sorrento [Personal Interview]. ‘Integrative Thinking’ for the redefining of the practice ofsustainability.Notes1 <strong>Sustainability</strong> here means sustaining life—‘‘a practice by which living things contribute to the interrelationships that ensure the viability ofeach over the long haul’’ (Boecher et al., 2009, p. 42).2 Mechanistic view here means a ‘‘20 th century energy-intensive mechanical systems within buildings that are located remotely fromspaces they served’’ (Cole & Brown, 2009, p. 39).3 ‘‘Green/high-performance design’’ here means to ‘‘realize high efficiency <strong>and</strong> reduced impact in the building structure, operations, <strong>and</strong>site activities. This term can imply a more technical-efficiency approach to design <strong>and</strong> may limit an embrace of the larger natural systembenefits’’ (Boecher et al., 2009, p. 45).4 Biomimicry here means an innovative method that seeks sustainable solutions by emulating nature’s time-tested patterns <strong>and</strong> strategies, forexample, a solar cell inspired by a leaf. The goal is to create products, processes, <strong>and</strong> policies—new ways of living—that are welladapted to life on earth over the long haul. http://www.biomimicryguild.com/guild_biomimicry.html.5 Biophilia here means to design to recognize that the positive experience of natural systems <strong>and</strong> processes in our buildings <strong>and</strong>constructed l<strong>and</strong>scapes is critical to human health, performance, <strong>and</strong> well-being. Biophilic design is about humanity’s place in nature<strong>and</strong> the natural world’s place in human society, where mutuality, respect, <strong>and</strong> enriching relationships can <strong>and</strong> should exist at all levels<strong>and</strong> should emerge as the norm rather than the exception. http://www.biophilicdesign.net/.6 Regenerative design here refers to a ‘‘design process that engages the whole of a system which we are a part. By engaging all the keystakeholders <strong>and</strong> processes of the place-human, earth systems, <strong>and</strong> the consciousness that connects them-the design process builds thecapability of the people to engages in continuous <strong>and</strong> healthy relationship.’’ (Boecher et al., 2009, p. 45).7 Living systems worldview here refers to ‘‘pattern-driven practices that restore <strong>and</strong> regenerate natural systems.’’ (Boecher et al., 2009,p. 45).8 Integrative <strong>Design</strong> Process (IDP) here means ‘‘a discovery process that optimizes—(i.e., makes the best use of, or creates synergybetween)—the interrelationships between all the elements <strong>and</strong> entities that are directly <strong>and</strong> indirectly associated with building projects inthe service of efficient <strong>and</strong> effective use of resources.’’ (Boecher et al., 2009, p. 45).9 Biophilia here means to elements of nature which were included in the space in the form of indoor plants, images of nature, a waterfeature (reception area), natural materials, <strong>and</strong> long distance views to the outside. The images of nature are in the form of photographsprinted on a clear film <strong>and</strong> adhered to the workstation glass panels as shown in Figure 6. In addition, the use of ‘‘natural’’ materials,such as the reclaimed gum wood in lieu of highly refined or clearly man-made materials help evoke the sense of nature.10 National Academy of Environmental <strong>Design</strong>, http://www.naedonline.org/.11 U.S. Green Building Council, Center for Green Schools, Research to Practice Program, http://www.centerforgreenschools.org/r2p2.12 U.S. Green Building Council, Center for Green Schools, Higher Education, http://www.centerforgreenschools.org/green-campus.aspx.Linda Sorrento, FASID, IIDA, LEED AP® BD+CPrincipal Sustainable PracticeSorrento Consulting, LLCA deep concern for how interior environments affect human health <strong>and</strong> performance has informed every facetof Linda Sorrento’s career as a sustainable design advocate, interior designer, researcher, <strong>and</strong> educator. In2011, Linda launched her consulting firm to focus on projects for improving occupant experience in <strong>and</strong>around green buildings. Prior to her consulting practice, Linda was the Senior Director of EducationPartnerships <strong>and</strong> Director of LEED for Commercial <strong>Interior</strong>s for the United States Green Building CouncilJournal of <strong>Interior</strong> <strong>Design</strong> xxii Volume 37 Number 2 2012
P E R S P E C T I V E(USGBC). Linda is a principal developer of REGREEN, the USGBC/ASID green residential renovation <strong>and</strong>interior remodeling program. Linda practiced as a corporate interior designer for 29 years, cultivating adiverse work experience with major corporate clients <strong>and</strong> manufacturers. During that time, she was anassistant professor of interior design at George Washington University <strong>and</strong> Northern Virginia CommunityCollege. Linda is a Fellow of the American Society of <strong>Interior</strong> <strong>Design</strong>ers, past ASID National Board ofDirectors, <strong>and</strong> past ASID Washington Metro Chapter President. She currently serves on the boards of theHealthy Building Network, National Academy of Environmental <strong>Design</strong>, Marymount University RestonCenter <strong>and</strong> Northern Virginia Community College <strong>Interior</strong> <strong>Design</strong> Program. Linda holds a bachelor’sdegree in interior design from Syracuse University <strong>and</strong> a master’s degree in interior design from MarymountUniversity.Journal of <strong>Interior</strong> <strong>Design</strong> xxiii Volume 37 Number 2 2012
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