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.

• Availability of Labor and Building Materials

• Proximity of Fresh Water

• Prevailing Winds

• Sunlight Exposure

• Rainfall Levels

• Climate Extremes

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We apply sustainable design principles to:

• Minimize Site Impact

• Reduce Energy Needs

• Create Superior Internal Environments  

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) ​

• Most Building Materials and Equipment Now Have Assigned LEED Values

• Lowers Operational and Maintenance Expenses

• We are LEED Accredited Professionals

Sustainability Design Elements:

Site

• Building placement and orientation 

• Native/drought resistant plantings

• Minimal site development

• Permeable surfaces where practical

• Bio-swales

Water

• Automatic plumbing valves

• Tank-less water heaters

• Low flow fixtures

• Rainwater collection/cisterns

Energy

• Efficient building systems

• Occupancy and daylight sensors

• Adjustable skylights

• Programmable temperature controls

• Photovoltaic arrays

• Solar hot water panels

Materials

• Green or ‘vegetated' roof

• Eco-friendly building materials, 
  i.e. carpets, paints

• Locally sourced construction materials

Built Environment

• Natural day lighting

• Passive solar configuration

• Sun shading devices

Geothermal Heating and Cooling

• Utilizes stabilized heat absorbed by the ground

• Up to 600% more efficient than traditional air source units