Patricia was awarded the Honorary Membership to the American Institute of Architects for "creating a common vocabulary among the professionals of the Built Environment."

"I believe there are three explanations for the fast penetration of sustainability in Seattle's urban development: The City of Seattle’s early commitment to achieve LEED Silver for their own buildings, Mayor Nickel's Climate Change initiative, and i-SUSTAIN's sustainability study tours" Diane Sugimura, Director of Planning and Development for the City of Seattle

"As co-founder and director of International Sustainable Solutions (i-SUSTAIN), Patricia Chase has invented a uniquely effective program to educate and inspire political and business leaders through international models of sustainable design and development."  American Institute of Architects