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The Green Route with MAREDI Design

Through the stories and experiences of industry leaders, change makers and advocates, The Green Route with MAREDI Design considers the possibilities of how we can all attain a more healthy and sustainable life. Created, hosted and produced by Marc Jambert and Dijana Savic-Jambert, founders of MAREDI Design, a boutique design studio focused bringing homes into the 21st century.

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Episode 22 - Community-Powered Composting with Kyle...

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2025/12/15

In this engaging and insightful discussion with Kyle Preuss, head of marketing at Block Bins Chicago, we discuss the uniqueness of the Block Bins composting model, the critical importance of composting for urban sustainability, and efforts to democratize access in Chicago. Kyle is a dedicated advocate for community-driven waste diversion and a pioneer in crowdfunded curbside composting, known for this innovative shared-bin system that fosters neighborhood buy-in to reduce landfill waste and reinvest

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01:05:25

Episode 21 - Lessons from Chicago’s Architectural...

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2025/11/10

In this episode with Carla Bruni, an architectural preservation and resiliency specialist, educator, and author of Chicago Homes: A Portrait of the City’s Everyday Architecture, we explore the role of preservation in shaping a sustainable future. We discuss why Chicago’s architectural identity matters, how history can inform modern design practices, and why education and advocacy are essential to building more resilient communities. Carla shares her perspective on connecting the past and future of

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00:57:55

Episode 20 - Crafting High-Performance Buildings with...

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2025/11/03

In this thought-provoking episode with Nathan Kipnis, principal of Kipnis Architecture + Planning and founder of NextHaus Alliance, we dive into the promise of resilient and energy-conscious design. We discuss how the Passive House model is shaping the future of the built environment, the importance of thinking ahead to meet emerging climate challenges, and how Nathan’s award-winning projects are setting new standards for endurance and adaptability in architecture. Nathan also shares his journey as

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01:04:37

Episode 19 - From Sustainable to Positive: Building...

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2025/09/22

In this inspiring conversation with Carlo Battisti, President of Living Future Europe, we explore what it truly means to move beyond sustainability toward a regenerative and positive future in the built environment. Carlo shares insights on the Living Building Challenge, the world’s most rigorous framework for sustainable design, and discusses how its principles offer a blueprint for transforming our industry. We dive into why these frameworks are so foundational, how they are reshaping the way we

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01:07:22

Episode 18 - Regenerative by Design with Common...

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2025/08/11

In this episode of The Green Route, we sit down with Fernando Ramirez and Justin Beitzal, the founders of Common Object Studio — an industrial design firm pioneering regenerative design. From their furnishing line Okaterra to their collaborations with design-driven companies, they embed sustainability, community, and radical intentionality into every step of the process. We talk about what inspired their purpose-driven approach, the challenges of regenerative design, and how they’re creating

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01:02:18

Episode 17 - The Future of Sustainable Landscapes...

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2025/06/16

In this engaging and insightful discussion with Rachael Meyer, Principal Landscape Architect and Director of Sustainability at Weber Thompson, we discuss her work as a clean water advocate and the impact of in the world of landscape architecture. Rachael is a dedicated advocate for clean water and a pioneer in green stormwater infrastructure, known for her innovative projects that blend environmental stewardship with urban design to create healthier, more resilient communities.Mentioned in this

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01:12:21

Episode 16 - The Local Impact of Sustainable...

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2025/05/12

A deeply insightful and encouraging conversation with Katherine Tellock, Co-founder and Executive Director of Chicago Environmentalists, a dynamic nonprofit building an inclusive community dedicated to sustainability, environmental justice, and empowering Chicagoans at every stage of their eco-journey to make meaningful change in their city and beyond.Mentioned in this episode:CHICAGO ENVIRONMENTALISTSCHICAGO ENVIRONMENTALISTS ON FACEBOOKCHICAGO ENVIRONMENTALISTS ON IGHazel Johnson Cumulative Impact

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01:09:29

Episode 15 - The Timeless Art of Rug Weaving with...

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2025/03/31

A meaningful conversation with Mallory Solomon, co-founder and CEO of Salam Hello, a Morocco-based rug company focused on sustainable, ethical production.Mentioned in this episode:SALAM HELLOSALAM HELLO ON IGHave thoughts or comments to share? Feel free to reach out to MAREDI Design at hello@maredi-design.com

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01:00:13

Episode 14 - The Positive Impact of Healthier...

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2025/02/17

A thoughtful and profound conversation with Alison Mears, architect, Associate Professor of Architecture, and Director and Co-founder of Healthy Materials Lab, a design research lab at Parsons School of Design, who's goals aim for healthier spaces and healthier lives.Mentioned in this episode:Healthy Materials LabHealthy Materials Lab on IGMaterial Health: Design Frontiers by Parsons Healthy Materials Lab6 Classes: Chemicals of ConcernHempitectureKeim PaintHave thoughts or comments to share? Feel

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01:04:52

Episode 13 - The Power of Holistic Architecture with...

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2024/12/02

An inspiring conversation with Elisabetta Quarta Colosso, founder of El Fil Verd, a Barcelona-based architecture practice that embodies values like creativity, responsibility, and respect to deliver projects that leave a lasting positive impact on both individuals and the planet.Mentioned in this episode: El Fil Verd El Fil Verd on IG Some Work of El Fil Verd YouTube Channel - FairCompanies - House in the Woods YouTube Channel - FairCompanies - Passive House in Barcelona Trombe Wall -

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01:03:43

Episode 12 - The Circular Lifecycle of Shipping...

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2024/10/28

An insightful conversation with Aleksandra Plewa, founder and CEO of the Chicago non-profit, EcoShip. With a mission to support small-businesses in the community, they aim to collect gently-used shipping supplies and packaging for redistribution, saving costs for business owners while also diverting waste from the landfill.Mentioned in this episode: EcoShip EcoShip on IG Holiday Collection Campaign - Applications Open October 29th Have thoughts or comments to share? Feel free to reach out to

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01:03:29

Episode 11 - The Latest in Sustainable Home Trends...

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2024/09/23

Reporting on the latest and most significant developments and stories in the design industry via Business of Home, both Haley Chouinard, Managing Editor, and Caroline Biggs, Market Editor, have seen it all. But one thing that they both agree on is that sustainability is much more than a buzz word in interior design - it is becoming the set standard for industry trends moving forward. With these two market insiders, they talk to us about the products and brands that are on their radar that are

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01:09:13

Episode 10 - The Gratification of Conscious...

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2024/06/25

As an eco-conscious global citizen, Caroline Morrison's ultra environmentally-forward Californian upbringing informed her foray into entrepreneurship in the French capital by way of Landline, a general supplies store. Determined to leverage her own long-held beliefs about sustainability and positive change, she created a space that allows people to enjoy a bit of retail therapy through an experience focused on conscious consumption. A place where people can invest in well-made household

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01:09:03

Episode 09 - The Imperative of Nature in Design

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2024/05/20

As an expert in the built-environment, Gabriel Wilcox leverages his role as an architect through focusing on projects where he can integrate sustainable frameworks. Motivated to find solutions for some of the most pressing issues we are faced with in society, his work continues to center around improving the conditions of our buildings and spaces. One element that he believes has the power to deeply improve our built environment is by integrating more nature in design. Gabriel explains how this can

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00:51:48

Episode 08 - The Necessity of Electrification with...

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2024/04/15

As a well-seasoned expert in the field of sustainability and climate advocacy, Sarah Lazarovic has spent much of her career focused on building public awareness on the topic through various endeavors and creative projects. At Rewiring America, where she is Vice President of Communications + Creative Strategy, her work continues to grow in the organization's mission to electrify all 124 million homes in America. Their goal is to educate and inform all homeowner's of the benefits in

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01:19:06

Episode 07 - The Reframing of Demolition into...

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2024/03/13

As a leader in the field of sustainability, Stephen Filyo cofounded BlueEarth Deconstruction with the intention of using innovative business as a tool to protect the longevity of the planet. Faced with the harsh reality that about one third of all landfills are consumed by demolition and construction debris, his company aims to create incentives for people to consider a different path to more conscious building and renovation work. By focusing on everything that is reusable in a building, they are

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01:09:20

Episode 06 - The Importance of Urban Farming with...

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2024/02/05

As someone impassioned by sustainable principles and who has built a career on that foundation, Caterina Romanelli is a leading force behind her family's organic farm in the Northeastern corner of Italy, in a city called Udine. Balancing multiple roles, she is a lead ESG strategist in her professional life, while also forging her own path as the third generation and current visionary of that very farm, L’Orto Felice. As a self-proclaimed food lover, her passion for biodiversity and ecological

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00:52:39

Episode 05 - The Story of MAREDI Design

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2023/12/21

As the ones who are typically the hosts and interviewers of this podcast, this episode is exploring new territory for us: Marc & Dijana as the interviewees! We wanted to properly wrap up this very first season of our podcast and decided that there was no better way to do so than to share a bit more about our story and how we got here with all of you.Even though we know each other pretty well and established that there would be no curveball questions per-say, we found that there was even a thing

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01:10:23

Episode 04 - The Benefits of Living Small

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2023/11/06

As a small-space and sustainable living expert, Laura Fenton has spent the better part of her career writing about homes within these contexts. Both a journalist and author, Laura's book The Little Book of Living Small along with her Substack newsletter Living Small, offer insight, ideas, actionable items and inspiration for those of us interested in this concept and lifestyle. Laura shares what she believes are the biggest levers that we can pull as individuals to lighten our carbon footprint

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00:55:55

Episode 03 - The Incentives of Green Living with...

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2023/09/18

As a market-trend insider and observer, Haley Chouinard has built her journalistic career working at the top interior design publications and platforms. Now, as the managing editor of Business of Home, the daily publication of record for the design industry, Haley describes the moment she became interested in sustainable design. Her passion has fueled her quest in exploring how manufacturers are participating in the call and demand for more sustainable products and materials from the interior design

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