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Stop guessing. Start navigating sustainability with confidence.

A hands-on community for AEC and real estate professionals who want practical answers to real sustainability questions — not another generic course.

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Sound familiar?

You're asked about sustainability on a project but aren't sure where to start or what actually matters

Courses teach theory, but don't help you handle the trade-offs you face on real projects

You're piecing things together from LinkedIn posts, webinars, and Google — with no clear path

Nobody around you has the expertise to give you a straight, practical answer

What if instead…

You could bring your actual project challenge and get expert guidance in a live session

You learned through real trade-offs. The kind that come up in design reviews and client meetings

Content aligned with the stage you’re in, from first sketch to handover, focusing on the decisions that matter most.

You were part of a small group of professionals navigating the same challenges

What you get

Learning shaped by real questions, not a fixed curriculum

Everything in BLDG.Community is driven by what members actually need to know. You help decide what gets covered.

Deep knowledge

Live masterclasses

In-depth sessions on topics voted by the community. Not pre-recorded filler — live, interactive deep dives into what matters to you right now.

Answers on your terms

Sustainability helpdesk

Submit questions anytime. Members vote on what gets answered. Responses come as articles, walkthroughs, or video explainers you can revisit.

Your network

Community platform

Discuss, share, and learn with a focused group of AEC and real estate professionals. No social media noise — just substance.

Always available

AI-powered knowledge assistant

Ask questions and get answers based on the community's growing knowledge base - articles, session recaps, and curated resources. Like having a research assistant that knows all our discussions about sustainability in the built environment.

BLDG.Community platform — feed, helpdesk, knowledge map across desktop and mobile

Your community hub — discussions, knowledge library, helpdesk, and events in one place. No app needed.

What members say

Just wanted to say how much I really enjoy being part of this community. Every conversation is so thoughtful, and the way each topic is explained in depth is truly inspiring. I'm learning something new every time — thank you for creating such a meaningful space.
Menida A.
Menida A.
BIM Coordinator
I never enjoyed school… but this feels like a nice version of it.
Piotr K.
Piotr K.
Co-Founder & Director, Differential
Marc Hoppermann

Hi, I'm Marc.

After 20 years in architecture and sustainability — culminating in a role as Associate Director and Head of Sustainability Engineering at an international practice — I built BLDG.Community because I know how hard it is to find practical, trustworthy sustainability knowledge that actually applies to your projects.

I created this space so you don't have to piece it together alone.

BREEAM NL Expert WELL AP MBA Circular Economy Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Architecture PostGraduate Certificate Building Physics CFA Certificate in ESG Investing
Free to join

BLDG.Community is free — full access, no catch

Live Q&As, masterclasses, the sustainability helpdesk, and the community platform. No credit card required.

Want dedicated 1:1 advisory time with Marc? Get in touch — happy to discuss.

Questions

Anyone working in architecture, engineering, construction, development, or real estate who wants to better understand or apply sustainability. Whether you're just starting out or deepening your expertise — if you want practical answers, not just theory, this is for you.

Yes, fully. No credit card, no trial that converts to a paid plan. We keep it free to build a strong knowledge-sharing space for the industry. Some members later choose paid 1:1 advisory time with Marc, but that's entirely optional.

Absolutely. The community is designed to make sustainability accessible and practical. You don't need to be an expert — just curious and motivated. Many members join specifically because they want a guided entry point.

Real-world challenges: material choices, energy efficiency, circular design, certifications (BREEAM, WELL), ESG reporting, healthy buildings, daylighting, water strategies, and more. Members shape what gets covered through live Q&As and content voting.

Totally up to you. Live sessions run regularly and are about an hour each — join live or catch the recording. Beyond that, you can browse discussions, read helpdesk answers, and watch recordings whenever it fits your schedule. Everything is available on-demand.

Early members get the most personal attention, direct access to Marc, and a real voice in shaping what the community becomes. As the group grows, this level of direct access won't be possible for everyone.

Individual membership is free, and anyone on your team can sign up in a minute. Teams get the most out of it with a custom engagement that includes coordinated onboarding and dedicated support. Email community@bldg.systems and we can scope it.

Make this the year you level up

Join a small group of professionals who are building real sustainability skills — together, guided by 20 years of experience.

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