Heather Bourgeois is the Architectural Account Executive for Sherwin-Williams in New England. She has 16 years with the company, with experience in architectural coatings, stains, polished concrete, joint sealants, and resinous flooring. Passionate about sustainability, she passed her LEED Green Associate exam in Fall 2024 and won Sustainability Partner of the Year for Sherwin-Williams in 2024. She has sat on the COTE Committee for AIA Vermont for the last three years.
Courses
Sustainability and Wellness and Their Impact on the Built Environment
Thursday, October 16, 2025 | 3-4pm ET
As universal drivers continue to develop, sustainability and wellness have taken the spotlight. We will explore universal drivers that will keep the topics of sustainability and wellness at the forefront both today and well in the foreseeable future. We will then use the most up-to-date research to explore how these driving factors shape micro trends in the commercial built environment. Next, we will discover new sustainable materials and the latest technologies on the horizon that can positively impact both the environment and wellness of those who live and work in commercial spaces. Lastly, we will touch on the importance of color in sustainable architecture and design. We will learn how color can aid in safety and wellness, as well as their proven health benefits in one’s physiological and psychological responses.