
SERVICES
Sustainability

Building lightly upon the land has made its way into the mainstream of facility design.
Incorporating the environment into
today’s design solutions.
Their inclusion renders positive and lasting effects.
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Availability of Labor and Building Materials
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Proximity of Fresh Water
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Prevailing Winds
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Sunlight Exposure
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Rainfall Levels
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Climate Extremes
We apply sustainable design principles to:
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Minimize Site Impact
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Reduce Energy Needs
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Create Superior Internal Environments
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)
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Most Building Materials and Equipment Now Have Assigned LEED Values
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Lowers Operational and Maintenance Expenses
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We are LEED Accredited Professionals

CISTERN
WINNETKA PARK DISTRICT
Sustainability Design Elements:
Site
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Building placement and orientation
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Native/drought resistant plantings
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Minimal site development
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Permeable surfaces where practical
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Bio-swales
Water
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Automatic plumbing valves
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Tank-less water heaters
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Low flow fixtures
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Rainwater collection/cisterns
Energy
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Efficient building systems
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Occupancy and daylight sensors
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Adjustable skylights
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Programmable temperature controls
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Photovoltaic arrays
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Solar hot water panels
Materials
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Green or ‘vegetated' roof
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Eco-friendly building materials,
i.e. carpets, paints -
Locally sourced construction materials
Built Environment
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Natural day lighting
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Passive solar configuration
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Sun shading devices
Geothermal Heating and Cooling
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Utilizes stabilized heat absorbed by the ground
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Up to 600% more efficient than traditional air source units

GROUND MOUNTED SOLAR PANELS
REAGAN MIDDLE SCHOOL, SD 170
