TechTown|1st Floor Renovation Project
Designed by Centric Design StudioBy Saundra Little, AIA, LEED AP, NOMA
Principal - Architect
In this post we are presenting a Sustainable-Design Case Study. Centric Design Studio (CDS) begins each sustainability design journey often advising our clients to go after the “low hanging fruit” for energy efficiency and sustainable design solutions. They are easy to explain, readily achieved, and, often reward you with a high ROI.
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The open floor plan at TechTown's Junction 440, designed by Centric Design Studio and engineered by Ghafari Associates, was specifically created in collaboration with Patrick Thompson Design to use fewer construction materials than traditional private office design. (the original floor plan layout was very traditional in plan) The design not only reduces resource use, but also allows for increased collaboration in an aesthetically pleasing atmosphere.
Now, windows border the entire space, allowing natural light to penetrate deep into the office, reducing the need for unnecessary energy use. (BIM Daylighting studies were completed by the design team) We reused the sound insulation material for the new conference rooms and event center. Existing lighting fixtures were reused in new "X" configuration for surprising design element.
5 Sustainable Solutions used on the TechTown 1st Floor Renovation Project:
1. Material Re-Use + Recycled Content in Materials - Reuse of
2. LED Lighting and Retro Fit to LED Lighting
3. Daylighting
4. Energy Efficiency Controls
5. Walkable City Principals - Bike Rack in Coworking Space
Take a look at our slideshare of our 5 "sustainable solutions"..........
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