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Minneapolis architecture firm wins green award

April 22, 2008

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VJAA in Minneapolis has won an award from the American Institute of Architects for its design of a "green building." The firm won for a new university center at Tulane University in New Orleans. The building was selected as a top example of sustainable architecture and green design solutions that protect the environment.

Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer talked with Jennifer Yoos, a principal architect at VJAA.

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