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Jul 03 2008

Blogs Work

I have been blogging since 2006. Since then, business has gone through the roof. I don’t give all the credit to the blogs, but it has certainly helped. Today, Howard Greenstein wrote a very flattering post about me and the success of Fivecat Studio. He focuses on my use of blogs and the Internet to help spread the word […]

Jun 24 2008

A Green Badge of Honor

Professional kitchen…check. Spa bathroom…check. Home theater…check. LEED Platinum Certification…its the new status symbol for the rich and famous. From NYTimes.com: Its rating was built into that price. LEED — an acronym for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, is the hot designer label, and platinum is the badge of honor — the top classification given […]

Jun 14 2008

Michelle Kaufmann, AIA, LEED AP

Michelle Kaufmann is an entrepreneur architect. From Michelle Kaufmann Designs: Michelle Kaufmann founded Michelle Kaufmann Designs in 2002. Growing up in Iowa, Kaufmann has always had a deep understanding of the relationship between humankind and the environment. This awareness is engrained in all that she does. She believes that how we develop our landscape […]

Jun 12 2008

Westchester’s Forty Under 40

Looking to network with some of Westchester’s future business superstars? Click here and register to attend the Business of Westchester’s Rising Stars Awards. Each year the Council honors forty young men and women who exemplify leadership, foresight and vision for the future of Westchester County. Click here for a complete list of this year’s winners, […]

Jun 10 2008

LEED AP Update

I passed the exam on Monday. I am officially Mark R. LePage, AIA, LEED AP.

May 25 2008

LEED AP… Just Good Business

With almost every prospective client I meet, the subject of green building is raised. Sustainable architecture is quickly becoming a top priority for clients. Architects need to listen carefully and respond with services meeting owners’ expectations. It’s just good business. This thursday and friday, I am attending a LEED accreditation workshop provided by AIA […]