Beyond the Swing: How Custom Door Hinges Became the Unsung Hero of Our Net-Zero Office Retrofit
When our firm tackled a high-stakes net-zero office retrofit, we discovered that standard door hardware was a major, hidden obstacle to sustainability goals. This article dives deep into how we engineered custom door hinges to solve critical issues of airtightness, material circularity, and lifecycle energy use, sharing the data-driven strategies and hard-won lessons that can transform any green building project.








