There is a huge movement that is hitting all aspects of business, especially design. This is going green. Even with the recession and lack of money, green and sustainable products saw a rise in purchase. This is an indication that this is here to stay.
And in this New York Times article by Kate Galbraith called "Green Diplomacy at Its Most Basic Level" there is a discussion about embassies that are going green. Even though some are located in historic buildings and other structures that are not exactly designed for this sort of sustainability, there is a push for them to become more so. It's all about saving energy, water, and transportation.
To them, it's a demonstration of a country's core values. These should be reflected in embassy buildings - as they portray the country and give a chance to show advances in technology and design.
Design is much more than simply how something looks; it encompasses a vast array of demonstrative values and ideals.
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