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The Open-Office Blues Architects and designers work to tailor the concept to individual client needs.

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The Agro-Culture Liquid Fertilizer headquarters building in St. Johns, MI, is a LEED Gold structure that features ample natural light and repurposed barn wood. The base that supports the HVAC equipment is crushed brick from a smokestack that used to be part of the Michigan State Univ. campus. The cover image shows the atrium. Learn more on p. 20.

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16 Tulsa Arts Complex Showcases Sustainability

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31 Raise A Glass For Daylighting

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36 Reinvent The Parking Experience

46 Shelter Upgrade Exceeds Expectations

52 Lighting Goes To Great Heights For Old Glory

The Chesapeake Energy car park is flooded with natural light by day and encircled by multi-colored bands at night.

Animal-shelter renovation incorporates the latest animal-care standards and aims for LEED Gold.

Narrow beam pattern highlights a memorial flagpole with help from Phoenix Products’ fixtures.

38 Tornado-Devastated Alabama Town Rebuilds With Brick Fired clay brick preserves historic character and integrity of downtown Cullman.

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t’s the end of the year, and I’m out of opinions and creative thoughts. So I’m going to use this space to show you some architecture from the other side of the world. It’s

only three buildings/photos, so it won’t be nearly as painful as trying to be excited about looking at vacation pictures on the smeared screen of your neighbor’s phone.

Bear with me, they might even offer you a little inspiration.

The three photos are of structures in Budapest. Yes, the one in Hungary. I have the photos because I had the privilege of being a guest on a press tour provided by the good people at Grundfos Pumps Corp. (Downers Grove, IL, in the U.S.). Read about what I learned on the trip in the coming weeks on the CBP blog, at cbpmagazine.com/blog.

The last day of the trip was capped off with dinner on a large boat on the Danube River. Prior to dinner I had about an hour to tromp around the city and see some sites. As I was walking back to the hotel, I strolled by what looked like an entrance to a large, dark alley, blocked by a massive roll-down gate. I stopped to see what was inside and I’m sure the view (right) caused my jaw to drop.

Turns out the building is the second iteration of a seven-story structure called Brudern House, designed by architect Henrik Schmahl and completed in 1913 as a mixed-use facility. The shopping arcade you see in this photo is called Parisi udvar (Parisian court). The vaulted roof is made of colored glass and a hexagonal glass dome.

The real architecture show started when we boarded the boat for dinner and a cruise up and down the Danube.

Most likely, the structure that made everyone stop and drop their jaws when we passed is the Parliament building (left). Construction of architect Imre Steindl’s building was started in 1885 and finished in 1904.

Budapest architecture isn’t just old buildings, as evidenced by the National Theater building (right), designed by Maria Siklos and completed in 2002.

That’s the end of the tour. I hope you at least enjoyed the images. As we end the year, I trust that you found the information we offered in the past months to be informative and useful. I also hope all of you enjoy time with friends and family celebrating whatever holiday you celebrate. I know we all look forward to a prosperous 2015 for the commercial-construction industry. CBP

Gary L. Parr Editorial Director

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the green angle Rosie Hunter, Guardian Industries Corp.

Glass Shines Daylight On Energy Savings, Learning Put daylight on students and performance goes up while building energy use goes down.

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aylight is being encouraged as a primary light source

in full-spectrum light, they had nine times less dental decay and

for today’s school buildings due to the energy efficien-

grew in height an average of 1 in. more (during the 2-yr. study

cy and enhanced learning benefits that can be real-

period) than students attending schools with average light.

Innovative Design looked at student performance in three

ized. On average, green schools use 33% less energy than conventionally constructed schools.

Replacing electric light with natural light will cut energy costs, but the downside of increased natural light is excessive heat gain

schools it designed and saw these results:

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Students who attended the daylit schools outperformed stu-

dents in comparable, non-daylit schools by 5% to 14%.

and glare from too much sunlight. That’s why it’s critical to un-

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derstand how glass performs in different climates and on different

than 1% of the construction budget and achieved a payback in

elevations of a building.

less than 3 yr.

The daylighting measures that delivered these results cost less

A study from Enermodal Engineering Inc., Kitchener, Ontar-

In a separate study, the California Energy Commission, Sacra-

io, illustrated how advanced coatings can translate solar heat-gain

mento, reported learning rates improved 21% for 21,000 Califor-

management into cost savings. A high-performance, low-e coating

nia elementary school students in classrooms with the most day-

competed against a standard commercial low-e coating to see how

light, compared with those in classrooms with the least daylight.

much energy savings could be realized in a standard 175,000-sq.-

Clearly, high-performance glass can play a significant role in

ft. building. The study found that the high-performance glass has

helping school districts realize utility cost savings and enhance

the potential to save $2.50/sq. ft. of glass by downsizing the

the learning environment. The total utility savings can be as

chilled-water and air-distribution systems.

much as 20% to 40% annually for new schools and 20% to 30%

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for renovated schools.

tral 54, from Guardian Industries Corp., Auburn Hills, MI, of-

Consider that an energy-efficient school district with approxi-

fered a 30% improvement in energy performance for a very small

mately 4,000 students can save as much as $100,000/yr. in energy

increase in glass cost. The return on investment would be realized

costs. That’s enough to hire at least one new teacher, buy 200 new

in one to two years. Even more impressive is that the lower solar

computers, or purchase 5,000 textbooks. Few other cost reduc-

heat gain made it possible to downsize the building HVAC system

tions can have such a wide impact. CBP

upfront, in addition to appreciating ongoing energy savings.

The ideal glass in many educational environments is neutral in appearance and fills interior spaces with natural light at a visible-light

Rosie Hunter is commercial segment manager at Guardian Industries Corp., Auburn Hills, MI.

transmission range between 40% and 70%. Today’s low-e glass reduces solar heat gain in warm weather and prevents heat loss in cold weather, with lower reflectivity than was possible in the past.

STUDENT PERFORMANCE BENEFITS

The potential for reduced electrical and HVAC operating costs may offset the initial increased capital costs for daylighting. However, in addition to saving thousands of energy-related dollars,

The Dykeman Inc. architectural firm, Everett, WA, used Guardian SunGuard Glass for the Valley View Middle School, Snohomish, WA, to saturate the building with natural light and provide panoramic views.

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office design

The Open-Office Blues Architects and designers work to tailor the concept to individual client needs.

Kenneth W. Betz, Senior Editor

The redesign of the Washington office of Edelman public relations was created

by RTKL to be, “urban, artsy, and young– nothing too formal.” Seating areas for informal collaboration and walls that can be written on are signature features of many of today’s open offices. Photo: RTKL

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n the beginning there was the open office and it was not good,

recently. There’s a crisis of privacy, a quiet revolution, the death

a fact that may have been overshadowed by the subsequent dis-

of the desk, the dissolution of the work week, and sitting is the

content surrounding the cubicles that replaced it. To be fair, yes-

new smoking, we’re told. Disgruntled open-office workers have

terday’s open office, with its rows of uniform desks, bears little re-

unleashed enough adverse reviews to rival Scott Adams’ entire

lationship to today’s free-form open-office concept except perhaps

career of Dilbert-themed commentary on the discontents of cu-

for its lack of barriers. The prevailing office zeitgeist is notably dif-

bicle life.

ferent. The old open office more closely resembled an elementary

Speaking of cubicles, the experience of Herman Miller (Zee-

school classroom in which talking and passing notes was frowned

land, MI) designer Robert Propst, who is credited, or blamed, for

upon, whereas today’s open office—in theory—encourages bubbly,

the cubicle, proves that things don’t always turn out as planned.

impromptu collaboration and creativity.

His Action Office, an open-plan panel system introduced in the

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1960s, was supposed to set workers free, offering them autonomy

Top. The Chamberlain Group’s Innovation and Design Center in Elmhurst, IL, is a teamcentered workplace in a former automobile dealership. Designed by Mekus Tanager, the open floor plan includes offices, work spaces, a product showroom, and a training center for the garage-door and gate-opener manufacturer. Photo: Mekus Tanager

and independence by replacing the uniform rows of desks where most workers toiled.

In the hands of unimaginative, cost-conscious corporations and knock-off furniture manufacturers, Propst’s idea morphed into the Dilbert cubicles everyone loves to hate, a wasteland in its own right, not unlike the regimented space Propst endeavored to change. It is no surprise that he was distressed by the uniform

Center. Previously located in a cramped, enclosed environment with two people to an office, M+R Strategic Services, Washington, asked RTKL to create an inviting space that

rows of fabric-covered boxes that evolved from his concept.

The dissatisfaction engendered by the relative isolation cubicle dwellers, perhaps, prompted a swing back to the open office

would attract and retain employees. Understanding the day-to-day needs of staff is key to a successful open-office design. Photo: RTKL

environment. Open offices were embraced by those who thought some modular components and lower partition heights would foster collaboration and greater creativity. This was fed by images of Silicon Valley tech offices where everyone was hip and

Bottom. As an international non-profit organization with 300 employees in Washington and 1,000 staff in more than 60 offices worldwide, The National Democratic Institute engaged RTKL to create a headquarters to serve as a home base. Embedded technology, a key con-

eager to share every detail of his or her office life as freely as they shared details of their personal lives through social media.

While this attitude may have had some basis in reality in Silicon Valley, many cubicle dwellers of a different age and culture did not agree. Thrust into a poorly executed open-office environ-

sideration in today’s office, exists alongside more traditional media. Photo. RTKL

ment, they found they missed the relative privacy of their oncemaligned fabric boxes.

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office design turers appear to be pushing back in opposition to the no-holds-

When cubicle walls increased in height, noise levels in the office

barred, no-secrets open-office environment. Office furniture maker

went up, presumably because not being able to see co-workers gave

Steelcase, Grand Rapids, MI, in a company publication, persuasively

cubicle workers a false sense of privacy and they spoke more loudly.

writes about the privacy crisis, invoking Susan Cain’s New York Times

Similarly, some accounts have suggested that conversations in an

bestseller, “Quiet,” to bolster its case. The book explores the behavior

open-office setting tend to be briefer out of consideration for near-

of introverts, making the case that a high percentage of office workers

by officemates, negating the intended collaborative effect of the

may be classified as introverts to one degree or another, and the over-

open office. The competition for available conference rooms in

exposure and over-stimulation of the open office decreases produc-

many offices seems to confirm that employees prefer to have group

tivity and creativity among these individuals.

discussions in a setting that won’t disturb those not involved.

Statistics confirm what many have suspected about today’s office; shrinking workspaces and a loss of privacy are not imagined.

TWEAKING THE OPEN OFFICE

Today an estimated 70% of office spaces in the United States have

Criticism of the open office notwithstanding, the ideology of col-

some form of open plan, according to the International Facility

laboration has not been abandoned, but it has been tempered.

Management Association, Houston, quoted by Steelcase. In North

Instead, the goal is to accommodate introverts and extroverts and

America, the amount of space allotted for each worker has de-

to design space with a recognition that different tasks and cultures

creased from an average of 500 sq. ft./person in the 1970s to 225 sq.

need different spaces to accommodate them. Individual focus and

ft. in 2010 to 176 sq. ft. in 2012, according to CoreNet Global, At-

group interaction are both valued in the current design philoso-

lanta, and it’s predicted to drop as low as 100 sq. ft. by 2017.

phy. In other words, the open office is alive and well but is being

At the same time panel heights have gone down from a stan-

tweaked to accommodate the individuality envisioned by Propst.

“There is a continued movement from the traditional office environment to a more open and collaborative environment,” agreed Dominick Kasmauskas, vice president of sales, DS&D, an interior solutions company in Somerville, NJ. “Clients are also actively involving end users in the process,” he added. “This has helped to create a better end-user experience and helped clients to create a balanced environment where employees can be fully supportive in the work they do.

“While workstations and private offices are still a part of the space, there are also focus rooms, which are collaborative areas supported by technology; huddle rooms; and café areas, all designed to support the way people work. Clients are also utilizing sound masking systems to reduce noise,” Kasmauskas said.

“I’ve been doing interiors for over 40 years, and in that time the pendulum has swung back and forth,” said Spes Mekus, ASID, IIDA, IIDC, LEED AP ID+C, principal, Mekus Tanager, Chicago, “but I do believe open offices are here to stay, it’s just how it’s applied.

“I think it would be fair to say that totally open doesn’t necessarily work for most businesses,” she added. “There are myriad issues that need to be addressed depending on the type of business that you’re dealing with. For example, law offices tend to have more private offices for a valid reason, versus architecture and engineering firms that have very open offices because they are very team based. The most important thing is to understand the goal and mission of the business and then to assess what mix of

For the relocation of their offices, EHS Design did an extensive renovation in the 1930s Exchange Building, a Seattle historical landmark. The central focus of the space is on collaboration zones. There are a variety of “doing spaces,” not just meeting rooms, but spaces where staff and clients can be hands-on in a variety of settings. Photo: EHS

dard 5 to 6 ft. to 4 ft. or less. And in many offices today panels

private and open spaces are required.”

have disappeared altogether in favor of bullpens or benching work

“I don’t think there is a furniture solution,” Jack Emick, CEO

environments, often used on a shared or “hot desking” basis ver-

and president, EHS Design/EHS Architecture, Seattle, said, not-

sus individually assigned work stations, Steelcase reports said.

ing that, “the creativity of the client is just as important as that of

According to a New Yorker article, (“The Open-Office Trap,”

the designer. The designer’s role is listening to the problem. It’s

Jan. 7, 2014) organizational psychologist Matthew Davis reviewed

always been that, but it’s listening in a way so that you can interact

more than a hundred studies about office environments. He

with your client to a point to which you’re facilitating their needs

found that, although open offices may have made employees feel

through less conventional approaches.”

like a part of a laid-back, inventive business, the arrangement had adverse effects on attention spans, output, original thinking, and

CONTROLLING REAL ESTATE COSTS

general satisfaction.

Cost is always a factor in business decisions, and the desire

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to shed square footage and real estate costs is also driving de-

sign, Mekus observed. She noted that traditional firms, such

OPEN-OFFICE PUSHBACK

as accounting firms, are doing that in part through the use of

For those who spend most of their time in the office, however,

technology; they’re not storing tremendous amounts of paper

needs may be different. “We’re seeing our clients push back a lot

any longer.

more on the open office environment,” said Karner, “There are

Likewise, “courts have now allowed law offices to scan docu-

so many generations in the workplace, and everybody works dif-

ments and use digital media, so large firms have shed themselves

ferently. Everyone has different needs to support them and allow

of 20% to 30% of the space previously occupied by files. They’re

them to be productive.”

moving to spaces where they can concentrate more people into

“Most Millennials are more interested in the cool tools they’re

well-designed, technologically outfitted offices and thus reduce

going to get, a flexible work day, and the ability to work from

their square footage,” Mekus said.

wherever they want than they are in a fancy office,” agreed Spes

In addition, companies are cutting real estate costs by using

Mekus. On the other hand, someone who has worked hard to

technology to allow employees to be more mobile, something

achieve professional standing may be reluctant to give up the sta-

that started in the mid 1990s with the hoteling phenomenon that

tus of a private office, depending, too, on the culture of the spe-

started in the accounting/consulting world, Mekus said.

cific business, she added.

“We have found on average only 60% of the office is utilized

Creating an open office space, putting people into it, and expect-

at any given time,” Stephanie Karner, IIDA, LEED AP ID+C,

ing them to be collaborative and creative is often a mistake, accord-

Associate, RTKL, Washington, said, “so there is another 40%

ing to Karner. “That goes back to our philosophy of change manage-

that’s not being used. There is an opportunity, especially with

ment. We have to train people how to use the space. We can’t expect

increasing real estate costs, for clients to analyze whether or not to

them to walk into it on day one and know exactly what that space is

go to an alternate workplace strategy, perhaps unassigned desks

supposed to do for them. We have to help them understand how the

(hot desking, hoteling). It could be too much of a cultural shift for

space should be used, how it was designed, and communicate

some people, but it might work for others, especially if there is a

throughout the whole process to make sure they feel invested and to

high remote-worker population.”

make sure they feel they were heard,” she said.

The screens above the workspaces in this office help reduce noise and provide a physical sense of privacy in the work stations. Mekus Tanager partnered with Motorola to create mobilezone.Chicago, a pilot project in new workplace strategies, designed to reduce real estate costs and provide flexible working hours and environments. Photo: Mekus Tanager

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office design work—perhaps remotely at home or in a coffee shop—but also how they occupy and move around in a permanent office space.

“We’re finding that most people are only working in their assigned work spaces about 50% of the time They are moving around quite a bit in the open office space, so increasingly we’re designing spaces that encourage movement and activity. Studies have shown the strongest tools for collaboration are those chance encounters where you brainstorm in a causal, impromptu manner,” said Stephanie Karner.

As a result, “space is being reallocated; your desk might be a little smaller but there is more shared space,” she said.

Walls, where they exist, are becoming more than just dividers, thanks to technology. “There seems to be a big push toward making walls more functional by offering plug-and-play capabilities and technology. Perhaps there is collaborative area where you can plug in your computer or iPad into a flat screen,” noted Tony Cianciola, vice president, architectural products, DS&D. “My view of technology is that whatever comes up, it gets easier to incorporate it,” Emick said. Recalling his experience as a furniture designer, he said, “We used to just plan a hole in a box that was a certain dimensions because we didn’t know what the technology would be. Now, if we put a hole in a cabinet for future technology, [the technology] only gets smaller or goes completely away, so you have a hole in a box that doesn’t do anything except collect dust.”

Technology today is, “about how it’s used, who uses it, and what the security issues are around it,” Emick said.

The importance of information and building security was a concern echoed by Spes Mekus. She noted that glass films are

EHS provided space planning, architecture, and design services for a full-floor build-out for the Seattle office of the law firm Hagens Berman. Many contemporary office designs take pains to bring daylight and views into the interior of a space.

Jack Emick shared a similar experience. “In the late ’80s and

available that block hackers from intercepting information. For

early ’90s we used to circulate pamphlets that included an article

example, there are coatings that can block Wi-Fi signals and cell

on open-office courtesy: don’t approach someone and start talk-

phone transmissions, yet are almost transparent, making them no

ing, get their attention and they’ll wave you off or invite you in,”

more intrusive than conventional window treatments. It can keep

he said, “just common sense things that people forget about, espe-

signals in or minimize external radio interference.

cially when they are in an open environment.”

Physical security is just as important, keeping the visitor and pub-

Employee involvement and buy-in to new office configura-

lic space segregated from secure employee space where anyone with a

tions is critical, Patrick Mekus, business-development and special-

phone can capture proprietary information. “It’s a real issue and in

projects manager at Mekus Tanager, agreed. “You see fads come

an open plan it can be difficult to control that sort of thing, so it has

and go, and open office and collaborative space is certainly the

to be very well thought out in the design process.” Mekus said.

fad now,” he said, “but I think you really have to ask first what is it that your client does, what kind of culture do they want to cre-

PRIVACY, PLEASE

ate? Then you have to get their employees involved to make sure

Open-office design inevitably collides with the desire—even the

the type of space you’re providing for them really fits their needs—

need—for privacy. More and more, the trend is toward a balance of

and that goes for each department within the organization.”

the two, with attention to the needs of specific tasks.

One of the biggest mistakes Patrick Mekus sees is that the cli-

“What we’ve seen with customer requirements or an A&D

ent doesn’t have the culture to support the type of space they en-

firm’s design intent, is a trend toward providing a variety of pri-

vision—such as going from a totally closed environment to an

vate settings for end users. When significant time is spent at open

open environment. Employees who have not been sold on the

workstations, it is important that alternative settings be made

open environment concept will likely resent the perceived loss of

available. This often includes spaces like single-person rooms that

privacy and status.

can be used for a private phone call, a smaller two- or three-person

“It’s not taking a design off the shelf and foisting it on a business,” Spes Mekus added.

meeting room that can be used for private conversations with coworkers or managers, as well as some larger rooms that can accommodate four to six people, and traditional meeting or conference

TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION

rooms for larger groups. Providing employees with a variety of

Technology is a major factor in contemporary office design. With-

work-space settings and privacy options can lead to increased pro-

out it, today’s open, fluid office design would hardly have been

ductivity and satisfaction,” said Cianciola.

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is important as well,” Cianciola continued. “There are a variety of materials and glass surfaces that can be used to provide employees with a reprieve from some of the noise

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distractions that can occur in an open-office environment. These spaces can be created using modular construction or demountable architecture to provide future flexibility, help control noise, and enhance privacy.”

“It is also important to note that acoustical privacy requires a holistic solution. Even the thickest, most-insulated walls will not provide complete acoustic privacy if the ceilings and the floors are not also addressed within the building envelope. We will often recommend when a company is getting complaints about noise that they speak with an acoustics consultant to help identify the root cause of the problem,” Cianciola said.

USER EXPERIENCE

In the end, it’s about overall end-user experience, according to Dominick Kasmauskas of DS&D. “Many companies are integrating amenities like cafes and coffee bars into their spaces. These provide employees with the ability to get away from their desk and engage with their co-workers. The work spaces are more likely to resemble the social places that we go to—like a coffee shop, relaxed and inviting,” he said.

Another concept companies are using is, “the kitchen table,” Kasmaukas continued. “It’s a large table strategically placed and designed to encourage informal and formal gatherings of people, for both social and business purposes. These tables can also be fitted with technology to encourage group collaboration and activities.”

There may be no such thing as a perfect office, but architects and designers are showing that flexibility, diversity, and sensitivity to individual client needs will go a long way toward achieving a pleasant, productive office environment. CBP

hen men and women stopped being hunter/

chairs. But people being spontaneous in an open of-

gatherers, it can be argued workplace condi-

fice setting can be exceedingly distracting to those

tions commenced a downhill trajectory from which

who haven’t been invited to the party and who need

they have yet to recover. Hunter/gatherers, at least,

a little peace and quiet to complete their appointed

weren’t herded into little fabric boxes or crowded

tasks—you know, those tasks created by all that col-

pens to complete their ordained tasks, so far as we

laboration. Thinking noisily outside the box can be

know. Of course, there were work-related pressures

great fun, but it generally comes down to one or two

even then: What, another mastodon? When you guys

people to implement the ideas thus generated.

are hanging out around the watering hole, can’t you

On the other hand, it turns out that teamwork, at

do that brainstorming thing you’re always talking

least in public, may be less prevalent than thought.

about and think of some new prey to stalk? Would it

No less an authority than the Wall Street Journal

be too much to ask that you just brought home some-

reports a scarcity of conference rooms is reaching

thing from KFC once in awhile?

crisis proportions in our nation’s offices, suggesting

For better or worse, as civilization evolved, offices were invented, and paper (more recently digi-

that conference-room kibitzing continues to be more mainstream than open-office advocates let on.

tal files) was substituted for meat, roots, and ber-

In the push back against open-office plans,

ries as the commodity expected from one’s labors.

people such as Susan Cain make much of the role

Soon, employees started to push back against their

introverts may play in the workplace if given half a

overlords. Bartelby, the reluctant scrivener in Her-

chance, saying their quiet contributions have long

man Melville’s dark tale of office malaise, famously

gone unrecognized by their noisier coworkers. Intro-

said, “I would prefer not to.” Bartelby never did ex-

version is suddenly cool.

plain his rejection of workday norms, but his lament

Any number of articles and books have picked

is no doubt one of the first office-angst stories or a

up on Cain’s theme. It’s trendy to be an introvert like

model for clinical depression. Fast-forward to films

Steve Wozniak, that guy who is said to have invented

such as Office Space, where the office of the title is a

a piece of office equipment whose logo is a half-eat-

smoldering ruin at the end of the movie, and one can

en fruit. Introverts were once told by career coaches

be forgiven for concluding that anarchy, or at least

they should strive to act more like extroverts, to fake

a wee bit of socio-economic dissonance, may have

it if necessary. Will extroverts now feel compelled to

been brewing in the cube farm for some time.

fake an introverted demeanor to convince the world

Lately, perhaps in reaction to worker disquiet, much ado has been made about the open office and

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they are Woz-like geniuses, all the while angling for a private cubbyhole to call their own?

the collaboration it is supposed to stimulate. But the

For those stuck in an open office watching a co-

aforementioned hunter-gatherers collaborated to kill

worker sort paperclips by color while engaging in

large animals and their workplace was pretty open,

an inane, non-work-related conversation with his /

so one can’t help but have a sense of déjà vu.

her mother, take heart. Fads, such as open offices,

It might also be recalled that design-by-commit-

come and go. We’ve recently learned from a reliable

tee is often synonymous with bureaucracy and medi-

source—the Internet—that flip phones are sud-

ocrity—and isn’t design-by-committee just another

denly a “status phone,” a fad for cool people who

Download “Better Lighting for a Better Workplace,” from Cree Inc.

name for collaboration? By the way, plans devised

are nostalgic for things they never experienced.

by committee, or collaboration, are often shaped by

Like vinyl records, rotary-dial telephones, or manual

Download the “Health, Wellbeing And Productivity In Offices” report from World Green Business Council.

those who talk the loudest, not those who know more

typewriters.

or are more creative, suggests Susan Cain in the New

So, if flip phones are cool, how about an office

Download Gensler’s 2013 U.S. Workplace Survey results.

York Times bestseller “Quiet,” a book that explores

so retro it has walls that go all the way to the ceiling

the role of introverts in business and society.

and a door that closes? Yes, a real door. That’s more

Want more information? The resources below are linked in our digital magazine at cbpmagazine.com/digital/novdec2014.

Download Herman Miller’s U.S. Workplace Trends Survey Results.

Speaking of those who talk the loudest, col-

Glean information from Gallup’s State of the American Workplace study.

Watch the video, “Embrace the Quiet,” an interview with author Susan Cain.

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rad than even a flip phone. OMG, it may be, like, the

laboration in a non-conference-room setting is sup-

next big thing.

posed to be all off-the-cuff, quirky, and bean-baggy

— Kenneth W. Betz, Senior Editor, CBP

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hvac The Hardesty Arts Center building is home to the Arts & Humanities Council of Tulsa, OK, including the organization’s administrative offices and its exhibition space, classrooms, woodshop, darkroom, event space, and rooftop artist studios.

Tulsa Arts Complex Showcases Sustainability Geothermal heating and cooling system is Guthrie Green’s greenest component.

G

uthrie Green, an urban re-use project in

the overall site demand for electricity, and water run-

tower that serve as the main mechanical systems for the

downtown Tulsa, OK, has been trans-

off on the site is diverted to bio-swales, which help ir-

Tulsa Paper Co. and Hardesty Arts Center buildings.

formed into a public green space and arts

rigate the landscape and clean the water before it en-

The Tulsa Paper Co. building houses several region-

complex. It also serves as a testament to sustainabil-

ters the storm sewer. Also, solar panels on the roof of

al-arts organizations, including the Tulsa Symphony’s

ity, with numerous green and renewable elements

The Dock pavilion contribute to the overall energy

chamber hall and administrative offices, the Woody

incorporated into its design. According to the proj-

demands of the park’s amenities.”

Guthrie Center museum and event space, and 108

ect’s CSE firm, Flynt & Kallenberger Consulting

Roush additionally shared that the greenest compo-

Contemporary (formerly known as the Brady Craft

Engineers, Broken Arrow, OK, Guthrie Green is a

nent of Guthrie Green’s sustainable building plan lies

Alliance), a non-profit community arts organization

showcase of what can be achieved in green construc-

below the grass, benches, and stage. This is where 120

that supports Oklahoma’s contemporary fine-craft art-

tion, employing the latest and most environmentally

500-ft. geothermal boreholes were drilled prior to the

ists by showcasing their work in a wide range of media.

responsible technologies available.

above-ground construction. The boreholes tie into a hy-

Additionally, the adjacent Hardesty Arts Center build-

Flynt & Kallenberger project manager Justin Roush

brid system of geothermal heat pumps from Climate-

ing is home to the Arts & Humanities Council of Tul-

explained: “All lighting on the site is LED, reducing

Master, Oklahoma City, and a ground-mounted cooling

sa, including the organization’s administrative offices

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and its exhibition space, classrooms, woodshop, dark-

(TRE) Rooftop series units, four 2- to 6-ton Tranquili-

room, event space, and rooftop artist studios.

ty 30 Two-Stage (TT) series units, one 7 1/2-ton Tranquility Large (TL) series unit, and one 8-ton Tranquil-

HEATING AND COOLING

ity Compact Belt Drive (TC) series unit. In the

The geothermal borehole field, which is organized into

42,500-sq.-ft. Hardesty Visual Arts Center, 59 Cli-

15 operating circuits, provides 600 tons of heating and

mateMaster geothermal heat pumps are installed, in-

cooling to both buildings, with the capability of reduc-

cluding 19 3/4-, 1-, and 1 1/2-ton Tranquility 20 Sin-

ing heating and cooling costs by approximately 60%.

gle-Stage (TS) series units; 31 2- to 6-ton Tranquility 30

“The 600 tons from the geothermal field is supple-

Two-Stage (TT) series units; six 2-ton Tranquility Con-

mented with a 200-ton closed-circuit fluid cooler, which

sole (TRC) series units; and three 7- and 8-ton Tran-

was incorporated into the overall system design and takes

quility Large Vertical (TL) series units.

the peak demands of all four end-users into account,”

Transforming a longstanding industrial site into a

said Roush. “Each of the tenants has a water-to-water heat

public space was, in and of itself, a green effort. In the

exchanger that enables them to use the loop water on one

earliest stages of construction, developers recognized

side while keeping their individual systems separated.

that two fuel tanks remained following the removal of a

That way, if they wanted to create chilled water or put

gas station, and an additional 12 were discovered during

equipment on the roof and use glycol, these elements

the initial geothermal borehole field-drilling process. All

can’t ultimately end up in the main loop water.”

of these were removed and the land remediated, which

The mechanical system inside the 40,000-sq.-ft.

Tulsa Paper Co. building specifically features 15 geo-

further improved the site’s health and environmental value while allowing the project to move forward.

thermal heat-pump systems from ClimateMaster, in-

Following the borehole drilling, the project-man-

cluding nine 8- to 14-ton Tranquility High Efficiency

agement team was able to implement its strategic

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Top. The Tulsa Paper Co. building houses several regional-arts organizations, including the Tulsa Symphony’s chamber hall and administrative offices, the Woody Guthrie Center museum and event space, and 108, a non-profit community arts organization.

Bottom left. The Woody Guthrie Center museum and event center is housed in the Tulsa Paper Co. building, located in Guthrie Green in the heart of the Tulsa’s Brady Arts District.

Bottom center. The Woody Guthrie Center is dedicated to preserving folksinger Woody Guthrie's body of work and providing educational resources to students, teachers, and academics about Guthrie’s role in American history and his advocacy for social justice.

Bottom right. Guthrie Green facilities provide administrative offices for several arts-related organizations, as well as exhibition space, classrooms, and artist studios.

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About Guthrie Green O

nce the site of industrial and commercial manufacturing and warehouse facilities in down-

town Tulsa, OK, Guthrie Green has, in recent years, been transformed into a public green space and arts complex. Situated on a square block in the heart of the city’s Brady Arts District, Guthrie Green offers an escape from the daily grind, a site for fi tness and other outdoor activities, and a venue for various arts and entertainment events. The park features an out-

Nine ClimateMaster Tranquility High Efficiency Rooftop (TRE) series units installed at the Tulsa Paper Co. building are designed for an extended range of source water temperatures, making them suitable for closed-loop or ground source closed-loop systems.

The geothermal borehole field provides 600 tons of heating and cooling, with the capability of reducing heating and cooling costs by approximately 60%. The Tulsa Paper Co. building features 15 geothermal heat-pump systems from ClimateMaster.

door stage, The Dock pavilion, numerous walking and bicycling paths, and seating areas and lawns—along

streetscaping design, focused on fostering a pedestri-

space, and it makes sense, particularly in this blighted

with a calendar of regular activities that encourage

an-friendly environment while increasing the plant-to-

urban district, as it can substantially reduce costs for

Tulsa-area residents to visit and enjoy it. In addition,

pavement ratio to sequester CO2 and reduce electricity

local residents and business owners,” Doyle said.

the renovated Tulsa Paper Co. building and new Hard-

demand for cooling. This included low-water vegeta-

“We are very proud to have had the opportunity to

esty Arts Center building, both located on the Guthrie

tion and irrigation management and use of nearly 250

participate in this monumental project, which particular-

Green site, house office, meeting, event, performance,

energy-efficient LED lights for pathway illumination

ly stands out in its hybrid use of geothermal and tower/

gallery, and classroom space for various local organi-

in the park and throughout the surrounding Brady and

boiler equipment to deliver an optimal balance of first-

zations, as well as retail shops open to the public.

Greenwood neighborhoods.

cost investment and long-term energy savings,” said Raj

The project began in 2007, when the George Kaiser

The project-management team then created Guthrie

Hiremath, director of marketing at ClimateMaster. “Cli-

Family Foundation (GKFF) purchased the industrial site

Green’s various shaded structures, public stage, The

mateMaster is based right here in Oklahoma, which

with a vision of creating a green, central gathering space

Dock pavilion, and seating areas. The latter is a grassy

makes this project even more significant as we are region-

for the blossoming Brady Arts District. In 2009, GKFF en-

area located directly above the geothermal borehole field

ally exemplifying the advantages of geothermal, while

gaged Creative Community Builders to work with leader-

and is surrounded by fountains. Additionally, The Dock

also contributing to our local community.”

ship of The Brady Arts District to help guide the develop-

pavilion, originally the dock for a trucking company, was

In regard to the functioning of the geothermal

ment of the park and to inform the cultivation of commer-

reimagined as a restaurant, restrooms, more outdoor seat-

heat-pump systems since their installation, Flynt &

cial, residential, and nonprofit projects in the neighbor-

ing, and a gathering area. Photovoltaic panels affixed to

Kallenberger’s Roush said, “They have been up and

hood. As a result of this effort, plans for the unique and

the top of The Dock supply electricity for some of the

running since the fall of 2012, and functioning ex-

compelling Guthrie Green concept were unveiled in 2010.

pavilion lighting, as well as for part of the demand from

tremely well. In total, the borehole field supplies effi-

electric water heaters in the pavilion restrooms.

cient heating and cooling to about 80,000 sq. ft. of

“This project fit well into the GKFF mission to break the cycle of poverty through investments in early childhood

Since Guthrie Green was completed, the George

education, community health, social services, and civic

Kaiser Family Foundation, Tulsa, which contributed

Added David Lam, president of Omni Mechanical

enhancement,” said Stanton Doyle, senior program

funding to the project, has observed the achievement

Services, Tulsa, the project’s mechanical contractor,

officer at GKFF. “As an organization working to expand

of the project’s original goals. “We wanted to establish

“The system is operating just as we had hoped. We

opportunities for at-risk populations in Tulsa since 1999,

the historical Brady Village as a model for the effective

consider this project to be a true achievement.” CBP

we have recognized the value of improving urban areas

use of sustainable-energy alternatives in Tulsa, and

like the Brady Arts District, which can, in parallel, elevate

this was undoubtedly achieved through the installa-

the dignity of its surrounding residents, and motivate them

tion of the geothermal field and solar panels,” said

to seek better opportunities for success in school and life.”

Stanton Doyle, senior program officer at GKFF. “In addition to providing this model, we are realizing the benefits of employing renewable energy, including reduced energy demand and consumption and reduced CO2 emissions in an area with high potential for ozone non-attainment status.”

Doyle additionally shared that the project is meant to foster ground-source heat-pump system installation

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Agro-Culture Liquid Fertilizers’ headquarters building in St. Johns, MI, reflects a modern-yet-rural ethos and has achieved LEED Gold status.

Fertilizer Company Goes For Gold Eco-friendly pipe solution contributes to LEED Gold certification at environmentally aware fertilizer-manufacturer headquarters.

A Agro’s culture is reflected in its building, which features natural light, repurposed barn wood, and even upcycled crushed brick from a smokestack at Michigan State University.

gro-Culture Liquid Fertilizers’ 59,740-sq.-

ene material requires less energy for initial production

ft. headquarters building in St. Johns, MI,

than other piping materials and involves none of the en-

was built with great concern for the en-

vironmental effects associated with mining operations.

vironment and the agriculturalist. It reflects a mod-

Agro selected Wieland-Davco of Lansing, MI, as the

ern-yet-rural ethos and has achieved LEED Gold status

general contractor for the project. According to Joe

with 60 LEED credits.

Haupt, project manager for Wieland-Davco, the project

Agro’s culture is reflected in its building, which fea-

was on a tight schedule. The design process began in

tures natural light, repurposed barn wood, and even

January 2012. About 500 people, including 50 subcon-

upcycled crushed brick, from a Michigan State Uni-

tractors, were involved in building the two-story facility.

versity smokestack, serving as the base for HVAC

Construction began in June 2013 and took slightly

equipment. Not only is the latter environmentally

more than a year to complete.

friendly, it contributed to LEED points and also commemorates the owner’s alma mater.

“It was a very fast-track project,” Haupt said. “We had our footings and foundations started before the

“LEED certification is important to Agro because

design of the facility was 100% completed. We knew

we care about the sustainability of our environment.

that the footprint was locked in. We weren’t going to

Our focus is on being environmentally responsible

change that, but they were still designing while they

with our fertilizer and in everything we do,” said

were installing the foundations just so we could meet

Agro’s vice president of operations and organizational

our schedule. It was pretty aggressive.”

development, Nick Bancroft.

An indirect contributor to the LEED Gold status was

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Aquatherm’s, Lindon, UT, polypropylene-random (PP-R)

Aquatherm was introduced to the project in fall 2012.

piping system, which is fully recyclable, rust- and corro-

First, Wieland-Davco selected Progressive Heating,

sion-free, and long lasting. In addition, the polypropyl-

Cooling, and Refrigeration Inc., Lowell, MI, as the

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Left. Besides office space, the new headquarters features an atrium and several hotel suites for guests.

Below. The main floor has a conference center, a chemical-research lab, a full commercial kitchen, additional staff offices, a radio/sound booth for commercial production, and ample storage for marketing and collateral materials.

project’s HVAC contractor. The initial plan was to

be something different and that there was going to be a

to last the life of the pipe. The piping, although still

use copper and insulated steel pipes, but Progressive

learning curve at first,” Progressive’s field foreman Jeff

relatively new to North America, has been proven

recommended the use of Aquatherm PP-R pipe for

Shotko said of the heat-fusion process in particular.

worldwide for the past 40 yr.

chilled- and condenser-water applications because of

As the project proceeded, Progressive and Aquatherm’s

Further, PP-R pipes are non-leaching and fully recy-

its ability to provide labor savings. An added benefit

local representative, V.E. Sales, St. Clair Shores, MI, pro-

clable. The manufacturer adheres to strict production

was the lightweight aspect of the PP-R piping system,

vided extensive and ongoing support. Columbia Pipe

standards for sustainability, using the lowest-impact

which makes it more manageable and installer-friend-

conducted Progressive’s Aquatherm installer training and

manufacturing processes available. PP-R piping is rela-

ly, resulting in reduced labor time.

offered assistance throughout the installation so that ev-

tively clean to make, requiring only two steps of re-

Progressive had been introduced to Aquatherm by

eryone involved with the PP-R piping system knew the

finement, and is a byproduct of petroleum processing,

Columbia Pipe & Supply, Chicago. Grand Rapids, MI-

unique features and proper fusion techniques and tools.

giving it a much lower impact than the mining and

based account manager Peter Holt first approached

This made Agro eligible for the 10-yr. multimillion-dollar

smelting operations used to create metals.

Progressive with the PP-R pipe system.

warranty offered by Aquatherm.

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“I knew Aquatherm would be a good fit for the Agro

“The training was pretty easy and we picked it up

project because the owner is interested in new, innovative

quickly,” said Shotko. “We had eight or nine guys get

This project was Wieland-Davco’s and EAM Engi-

products,” said Pete Flanagan owner of Progressive. “We

trained in about three hours.”

neers’, Troy, MI, first experience with PP-R piping sys-

thought we could achieve some cost savings, too, because

Of the installation Haupt said, “Once they under-

tems, but EAM, which served as the engineer on the

the system didn’t have to be insulated. The owner liked

stood how to work with it and figured out some of the

project, concurred with Progressive’s recommendation

the lifecycle benefits the PP-R piping system provides. He

tricks of the trade, the installation process went a

and was satisfied with the results of their due diligence.

did his own research and liked what he found.”

whole lot smoother.”

“We wanted to make sure they [Progressive] felt comfortable and confident that it [the PP-R piping system]

Buddy Huyler, was the senior project manager and design architect with Hobbs + Black Architects, Ann

NOT YOUR ORDINARY PIPE

Arbor, MI, which won the right to be the project’s ar-

Aquatherm produces piping systems made of Fusiolen

Agro’s Nick Bancroft, was very involved and sup-

chitectural firm thanks to its winning entry in a design

PP-R, a low-friction, hydrophobic, and heat-stabilized

portive of integrating PP-R piping on the project from

competition. “We approved the use of the PP-R piping

material. One of the features of the pipe is that it is

the start. Haupt said, “He was very involved in the

system on the project as the architectural firm. That

connected by heat fusion, unlike traditional pipes that

decision-making process. We notified him, and he was

was based on the ease of installation and constructa-

require mechanical connections, resins, glues, and

on board.”

bility of the product, which had been presented to us

open-flames to connect. PP-R pipes are connected by

“The main reason I chose to go with the PP-R pip-

by Wieland-Davco and Progressive,” Huyler explained.

heating the pipe and fitting and fusing them together,

ing system was the long life that I perceive we will get

It was the first time Wieland-Davco, Agro, and Pro-

which bonds them at the molecular level and turns

out of the product and the heating and cooling units,”

them into one solid piece of pipe with no leak path.

Bancroft said. He added that he expects that the pip-

gressive had collaborated; everyone was on board, but it was expected there would be some baby steps in inte-

Most traditional pipe connections are the weakest

grating the new technology. “We knew it was going to

part of the pipe, but PP-R piping connections are said

would perform long-term for the owner,” Haupt said.

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Building Features

were contributing factors to the LEED points awarded.

“The owner is a firm believer in in-floor radiant heat and he likes the performance and efficiency of it,” Haupt said. A snowmelt system was also integrated us-

•

59,740 sq. ft. of office, research, and educational space.

•

A two-story concept allows the executives and family members to occupy the second floor in a more private setting. This includes an executive conference room that “cantilevers” over the front of the building.

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A complete fitness center on the second floor.

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Five, high-quality hotel-style rooms are available for the frequent guests that come to the headquarters.

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The main floor has a grand entrance with a spectacular vaulted ceiling and the likeness of “liquid” in a faux waterfall.

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The main floor also has a conference center, a chemical research lab, a full commercial kitchen, additional staff offices, a radio/sound booth for commercial production, and ample storage for marketing and collateral materials.

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The main floor has a gift shop housed inside the glass “silo” that is one of the iconic architectural features.

•

we have seen it [Aquatherm] and know the benefits,

Adjacent to the main structure, an Innovation IQ Hub is the site of future educational endeavors. The IQ hub will showcase the history of agriculture and also pay

we can strongly recommend it.”

homage to the founders, Doug Cook and Troy Bancroft.

ing Aquatherm Blue Pipe and PEX radiant tubing running from a Lochinvar, Lebanon, TN, 600 MBH boiler to the front entrance and side loading dock.

According to Gene Simo, principal and director of marketing, EAM Engineers Inc., “With the snow-melting system at the main building entrance and the energy recovery ventilators for the building ventilation, we were able to utilize the condenser water piping to support all of those heat systems.”

Besides office space, the new headquarters houses conference rooms, an atrium, a commercial kitchen, and several hotel suites for guests. The company features extensive educational elements throughout the building and shares their space with the community for events such as school dances. It all goes back to their desire to have a renewable, green footprint.

HAPPY ENVIRONMENT, HAPPY PEOPLE

After a successful installation, Haupt said, “...now that Aquatherm PP-R pipe was used for chilled and condenser water applications because of its ability to provide labor time savings.

The commissioning engineer, Thomas D. VanDam of TowerPinkster, Grand Rapids, MI, conducted a

Throughout the building, agricultural themes abound:

LEED Energy and Atmosphere Enhanced Commis-

•

Ten metal tractor wheels recovered from nearby farms are used as ceiling-light accents.

•

Reclaimed barn wood was incorporated throughout the

sioning verification tour of the facility and he was also Another benefit was the 10-yr. multimillion-dollar

impressed with the end result.

warranty. Additionally, its environmentally friendly

Likewise, Shotko was pleased with the PP-R pipe’s

features of nontoxic, fully recyclable materials indi-

lightweight quality. The lighter weight is a benefit, es-

rectly contributed to the LEED points.

pecially with 6 and 8 in.,” he said. “I’d definitely use it

second floor on the side walls and in built-in furniture.

•

again.” EAM’s Simo also plans to use Aquatherm ALL THE BELLS AND WHISTLES

whenever and wherever his firm can.

A scale-model train set circles the main entrance, and replicas of Agro’s own chemical-tank carriers circle the conference center; backdrops are painted to represent the major regions where Agro does business.

The building’s HVAC system is a hybrid, integrating

Huyler also came away impressed. “We were happy

a geothermal system, water-source heat pumps, and

with it and we would absolutely use PP-R piping again.

Mammoth, Eden Prairie, MN, K Vintage water-to-wa-

We had great success with it and the guys in the field

ter heat pumps. Additionally, two American Aldes,

put it in really quickly with good results. I check in

•

The building has two live, green roofs.

Bradenton, FL, energy-recovery ventilators take the

with the owner regularly and it is all performing well,

exhaust air and recover the heat.

which makes everyone happy.” CBP

•

A geothermal heating and cooling system is used.

•

No irrigation is required for landscape maintenance.

Aquatherm Blue Pipe used to connect to the wells. The

•

At least 35% green power (wind or solar) is used.

geothermal system was designed and installed by

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More than 98% of the wood used is recycled or meets Forest Stewardship Council standards.

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More than 37% of the materials used were manufactured locally.

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More than 23% of the construction materials used were from recycled content.

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Re-used materials include salvaged barn siding and salvaged brick from Michigan State University.

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The entire parking lot is made of concrete, not asphalt, to reduce the heat island effect.

The HVAC system is mainly geothermal, with

Greensleeves Energy Solutions, Findlay, OH. They were able to decrease the amount of wells needed by about 60% by drilling deeper and installing a Munters (Sweden) chiller to compensate for fewer wells. This design was predicted by Greensleeves’ energy model-

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ing, to be considerably more energy efficient.

The building also features in-floor radiant heat (us-

Watch a video about PP-R pipe.

ing PEX tubing) 10 ft. around the perimeter on the first and second floors inside the building. The radiant heat-

Download a brochure detailing Aquatherm pipe products.

ing and snow-melt systems help keep the temperature

Learn about specifications and submittals.

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Corporate Headquarters Showcases VRF System Franklin Energy saves 32% on electricity and 48% on gas with zoning system.

Franklin Energy’s 10,000-sq.-ft. national headquarters is a showcase for the firm’s approach to energy efficiency.

W

hen Franklin Energy, Port Washington,

idea—a variable refrigerant flow (VRF) zoning system

WI, moved its 10,000-sq.-ft. national

from Mitsubishi Electric U.S. Cooling & Heating Di-

headquarters into a historical structure

vision (Mitsubishi Electric), Suwanee, GA.

on the shores of Lake Michigan, it went without saying

According to Janquart, VRF zoning technology was

that the renovation would be as energy efficient as pos-

an ideal choice for Franklin Energy for several reasons.

sible. The company has always made its headquarters a

The system’s recognized energy savings was at the top of

showcase for the firm’s approach to energy efficiency, and

his list, but he had several other reasons for his choice:

the newest headquarters would continue this tradition, ac-

• • •

cording to Franklin Energy CEO Paul Schueller.

“We have a long history of selecting underutilized

ease of installation quietness (sound attenuation) ability for load sharing (not possible with conven-

buildings for our headquarters and regional offices,”

tional systems)

Schueller said. “Our first Franklin Energy headquarters was in a Port Washington hotel built before the Civil War.

• •

Next, we moved into a vacant church built in 1913. When

outdoor units

we outgrew that, we moved into this space in the old

•

inverter-driven compressor small footprint and lightweight modularity of the simultaneous cooling and heating ability.

Smith Brothers processing plant, the best-known building

“Franklin Energy has a reputation for helping utili-

in town. We like all our offices to be part of a community

ties and municipalities all over the U.S. achieve impres-

where our employees can walk or bike to work.”

sive energy savings,” said Mark Kuntz, P.E., senior vice

Franklin’s new headquarters was formerly the Smith Brothers fish processing plant (Port Washington

president, product strategy and engineering, Mitsubishi Electric. “This was a high-profile project for us.”

was once famous for the national distribution of white fish, chub, perch, and trout). The building is on the National Register of Historic Places.

Planning for his new office space, Schueller called on Randy Mueller, Mueller Heating & Cooling, Saukville, WI, to help design the cooling and heating system to keep everyone comfortable. Over the years,

Electric Energy Usage

Mueller had provided counsel and several HVAC in-

CBECS average: 17.9 kWh/ft.2/yr.

stallations for Schueller, including an installation at Schueller’s home. Mueller’s first suggestion was to install a hydronic heat system in the new headquarters, but Schueller rejected the idea as being out of step with his high energy-efficiency goals.

Mueller then turned to his long-time distributor, Featuring a small footprint, the outdoor units maximize space.

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Franklin Energy actual: 12.2 kWh/ft.2/yr.

Savings: 32%

Gas Energy Usage CBECS average: 42.3 ft.3/ft.2/yr.

Auer Steel & Heating Supply Co. in Milwaukee. Auer’s

Franklin Energy actual: 21.9 ft.3/ft.2/yr.

VRF specialist, Dave Janquart, looked at Schueller’s

Savings: 48%

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Using utility-meter data as well as measured data from an energy-monitoring system, the results showed significant energy savings compared to the average Commercial Buildings Energy Consumption Survey (CBECS) energy usage.

An example of Franklin Energy’s work is the Focus on Energy program, which has been working with Wisconsin residents and businesses for more than 10 yr. to install cost-effective energy-efficiency and renewable-energy projects. Franklin Energy worked with Wisconsin’s Focus on Energy customers to save more than 89 million kilowatt-hours (kWh) and more than 1.5 million therms. That amount of energy savings prevented greenhouse gases equivalent to the emissions of more than 13,500 cars.

Kuntz said that Mitsubishi Electric is pleased that Franklin Energy selected the VRF zoning system for its headquarters building. “Not only do we respect Franklin Energy’s work in the area of energy efficiency, but the installation provided an opportunity for our engineers to collect 12 months of solid energy-savings quantification,” Kuntz said.

Using utility-meter data, as well as measured data from an energy-monitoring system, the results showed significant energy savings, compared with the average Commercial Buildings Energy Consumption Survey (CBECS) energy usage for a building of its size and construction type (see sidebar). The results validated the original energy model projections. The actual energy usage for electricity and gas were within 1% and 5% of the models, respectively.

“Because of the building’s orientation and outdated glass windows, solar gain was a huge issue for our HVAC systems selection,” Schueller said. “This VRF zoning system has been a lifesaver for individual comfort and for helping us save on energy costs. Because of the inverter technology and individual room controls, the perimeter offices in this old building have been very comfortable in all seasons.”

While saving a great deal of energy is important, comfort was still a top priority for Franklin Energy and the people working on site. CBP

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EDITORS’ CHOICE

The company’s industrial dampers are heavy-duty, flanged-style with various blade styles and pressure classes.

Applications include air control, shut off, and balancing and isolation for higher pressures.

Greenheck, Schofield, WI Circle 97

High-efficiency water heater

Cyclone Mxi modulating, high-efficiency condensing gas water heater adjusts burner firing rate to a specific demand. The unit’s electronic control, with built-in diagnostics, is iComm compatible and network ready for remote monitoring.

A. O. Smith, Ashland City, TN Circle 98

Rooftop coil system

The Environ coil system is available on Energence rooftop unit models, including 4-, 6-, 13-, 17 1/2-, and 25-ton units. The all-aluminum condenser coil is said to provide a significant reduction in refrigerant-charge requirements, maximizing reliability and sustainability.

Lennox Industries Inc., Dallas Circle 99

High-efficiency toilet system EcoVantage: • 1.1 gpf ZTR sensor wall-bowl toilet system • Short bowl length • 31% water savings

EcoVantage 1.1 gpf ZTR sensor wall-bowl system is a low-flow system said to deliver a 31% water savings. The system includes the Z5615BWL wall bowl, and ZTR6200-ONE 1.1 gpf top-mount sensor flush valve or the ZTR6200ONE-LL top-mount sensor flush valve with long-life battery. The wall bowl is reportedly the shortest overall length wall bowl available, allowing more space for ADA requirements.

Zurn Industries, Erie, PA

Urinal flush valves

Variable-speed compressors

VZH inverter scroll compressors include models with cooling capacities between 4 and 6 1/2 TR with a single compressor and as much as 13 tons with a manifold configuration. With a permanent-magnet motor and the company’s intermediate discharge valves, the compressors can reportedly provide efficiency ratings as high as 21 IEER.

1411hvac05p Selectronic 0.25-gpf urinal flush valves provide handsfree function and flexible power options. The valves have a self-cleaning piston, said to reduce clogs and maintenance time. A fail-safe automatically closes the valve and keeps it closed upon loss of power or water pressure.

American Standard, Piscataway, NJ Circle 101

Danfoss, Baltimore Circle 100

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Air-curtain heater

VTH air-curtain heater combines a hemispherical heating element array with a mounting strategy at the blower inlet. The design uses the Venturi effect to draw air through the heating element before it enters the discharge airstream. The discharge airstream velocity is said to remain unobstructed in the heat transfer.

Aquatherm Pipe Lindon, UT 801.805.6657 aquatherm.com

Berner International Corp., New Castle, PA Circle 102

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Split-system heat pumps

Pipe support

LV split-system heat pump has a small footprint and is available in eight sizes from 1 1/2 to 6 tons. The condensing section can be placed remotely from the air-handler sections, allowing placement in locations where space is limited or sound level is a concern. The system includes an ECM constant-torque blower motor, along with TXV thermal-expansion valves.

PEX-a pipe support is a steel channel that provides continuous support of crosslinked polyethylene tubing in suspended piping applications. The support is available in 9-ft. lengths for 1-, 1 1/4-, 1 1/2-, and 2-in. PEX-a pipe sizes and can be used in commercial plumbing and hydronic distribution systems.

Uponor, Apple Valley, MN Circle 103

Bosch Thermotechnology, Londonderry, NH Circle 104

Expanded chiller line

Mitsubishi Electric Cooling & Heating Suwanee, GA 800.433.4822 mitsubishipro.com

The Magnitude WMC water-cooled chiller line includes four additional sizes—WMC125, 200, 225, and 275—for applications including hospitals, schools, and office buildings. The line’s oil-free, magnetic-bearing compressor technology is said to reduce energy and operating costs while delivering high reliability. Options include hinged heads, water boxes, and epoxy and ceramic coatings.

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Daikin Applied, Minneapolis Circle 105

Crane SS4000-M manual revolving doors and DORMA Universal patch fittings Walgreens, Chicago, IL

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Premium Access Solutions and Services Office, retail, and commercial workplaces require durable, secure, compliant openings that ensure an aesthetically pleasing environment.

DORMA is the trusted global partner for stakeholders of any building from design and construction to ongoing service and support.

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Cooling Las Vegas’ Charleston Pavilion Centre during the peak summer season, even with low-e glass, could be burdensome because of the amount of direct sunlight and the hot desert environment. Photo: Charleston Pavillion LLC

Software Shaves Peak Consumption Part of NV Energy’s energy-optimization effort, the demand-response platform reduces peak HVAC electric consumption by 10% to 15%.

T

he Charleston Pavilion Centre, a six-story,

modeling, and control of 12 primary air-conditioning

response) events. For each building, the software is

154,000-sq.-ft., class-A office building locat-

units. The comfort of the high-end tenants involved in

able to use variables such as weather forecasts, building

ed in western Las Vegas, was selected by NV

critical business operations was paramount and could

characteristics, energy pricing, and occupant comfort

Energy, Las Vegas, for early adoption of the utility’s

not be compromised during software implementation.

to make continuous changes to HVAC controls and

demand-response (DR) program, which provides fi-

BuildingIQ , Foster City, CA, came to the Pavilion

optimize daily energy use through the existing build-

nancial incentives to power consumers for reducing

project through NV Energy’s mPowered Optimiza-

energy during peak hours.

tion, a customer-engagement program launched in the

Installing the platform allows NV Energy to estab-

summer of 2013. As part of the program, BuildingIQ’s

lish a direct connection with a building. NV Energy is

munity, the Pavilion is surfaced with a large amount of

integrated

de-

then able to send signals to the platform, informing it

glass and set off with a distinctive top-floor balcony with

mand-response (autoDR) software-as-a-service (SaaS)

of an upcoming DR event. The software automatically

large, open views of the surrounding countryside. Cool-

solution has been deployed in casinos and government

makes changes to reduce consumption. The changes

ing during the peak summer season, even with low-e

and commercial buildings across Las Vegas to seam-

happen automatically and seamlessly, based on re-

glass, could be burdensome because of the amount of

lessly reduce consumption by the utility’s largest cli-

al-time conditions, doing away with the need for facil-

direct sunlight and the hot desert environment.

ents during peak hours.

ity managers to plan and implement a demand-re-

Designed to appeal aesthetically to the business com-

energy-efficiency

and

automated

The key challenge was to determine the building’s

Through the program, customers receive access to

capacity for demand response given its design and

BuildingIQ’s software and reap energy savings in re-

thermal properties. This required the integration,

turn for reducing consumption during DR (demand

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ing-management system.

sponse action. The DR events take place without disruption to the building’s occupants.

Past experience showed the NV Energy program was

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Left. The Pavilion is a showpiece building, designed to help anchor the Summerlin Centre, a 400-acre development that includes office buildings, condominiums, and retail space. Photo: Charleston Pavillion LLC

Below. Clad in honed and split-face travertine, the Pavilion features a distinctive green-tinted, low-e glass to optimize energy efficiency. Photo: Charleston Pavillion LLC

able to reduce peak HVAC power consumption by as

platform clearly displays savings figures to provide

American Energy Standards Board (NAESB, Hous-

much as 20% on DR event days and significantly lowered

customers with a higher level of control over their elec-

ton) Type 1—High 3 of 5 Baseline. In this case, the

on-going daily HVAC energy usage, with customers see-

trical load through a better understanding of how en-

baseline was created by averaging the energy values of

ing 10% to 18% reductions, compared with baseline con-

ergy is consumed.

the three days with the highest load totals (kW),

sumption. BuildingIQ was confident that it could replicate these reductions at the Charleston Pavilion.

At the Pavilion, control of the HVAC system was taken over by the software platform for a month be-

during five days that matched the eligibility criteria established by NAESB.

Implementation at the Pavilion was relatively

fore any DR activity, so that the system’s algorithms

Thanks to technology, demand-response programs

straightforward, as it had been for other buildings par-

could learn and adapt to the thermal dynamics of the

such as NV Energy’s make reducing energy consump-

ticipating in the mPowered Optimization program. As

building. Following the learning phase, BuildingIQ

tion and costs during peak-demand periods easier for

a software-based solution, installation did not require

began a series of test drops, including one-hour, two-

facility managers to achieve. Reducing a building’s car-

upfront capital or invasive changes to the building’s in-

hour, and three-hour events. The process was designed

bon footprint is an added bonus. CBP

frastructure. There is no specific HVAC interface need-

to learn how much capacity the building had for re-

ed to deploy the software platform, as it easily integrates

sponding to DR signals.

and adapts to any existing management system. NV

Overall results showed the Pavilion building has

Power funds the platform for commercial customers

the capability to reduce demand quickly during a DR

participating in the mPowered Optimization program.

event and maintain reductions in the 10%-to-15%

Implementation proceeded smoothly, in part be-

range for the duration under most conditions. Three

cause the Pavilion had pre-existing sub-meters and the

tests were done under different conditions.

HVAC load could be easily separated from other loads.

There were no comfort complaints during the

The algorithms in the program create a thermal model

event, and the drop was achieved solely by changing

of the building, learning internal and external vari-

the air-distribution set points. No other HVAC con-

ables associated with energy usage to optimize results.

trol measures were undertaken in the building.

Additionally, BuildingIQ provides building owners

The baseline was calculated according to a method-

and utilities with an intuitive interface and an easily

ology agreed upon in advance by BuildingIQ and NV

scalable solution across a portfolio of structures. The

Energy. The methodology itself is based upon a North

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Covert camera

EDITORS’ CHOICE

Designed for discretion, the SNB-6010 camera is said to provide clear 2-megapixel full HD images at 30 frames/sec. Camera features include intelligent video analytics with advanced motion, and tampering, virtual line, enter/exit, appear/disappear, and face detection. Equipped with a Micro SDX/SDHC/SDXC slot for local recording and storage, its WN3 chipset provides image quality with low bandwidth use.

Samsung Techwin, Ridgefi eld Park, NJ Circle 51

Touchpad boiler-control platform

Nuro touchpad control platform for the company’s boiler line provides facility managers with touchpad controls for enhanced diagnostic efficiency, customizable adjustments, and simple software upgrades using USB. Harsco Patterson-Kelley, East Stroudsburg, PA Circle 52

Alarmed shield

SS-21A4X Stopper Station button with shield has a local alarm that sounds when the cover is lifted, drawing immediate attention to an area.

A momentary button helps prevent accidental activation yet allows legitimate button use. The shield helps prevent false activation.

Building controllers Mach-Pro1, Mach-Pro2 controllers: • Fully programmable BACnet building controllers • Mid-sized and expanded capabilities • Status LEDs on each input/output

Mach-Pro1 and Mach-Pro2 fully programmable, BACnet building controllers are said to provide perennial performance with a sleek design. Pro1 is designed for mid-sized rooftop equipment or small mechanicalroom applications, while the Pro2 provides expanded capabilities for large, MS/TP rooftop equipment and mid-sized mechanical-room applications. Features include 12 universal inputs, 8 universal outputs, removable 45-deg. terminal block, proportional status LEDs on each input and output, EIA-232 PC/modem connection, and support for Smart-Sensors.

Reliable Controls, Victoria, British Columbia Circle 50

Safety Technology International Inc., Waterford, MI Circle 53

Paralleling system

ASCO Series 336 paralleling system is configured in a standardized, modular design for power-reliability requirements of facilities including small office buildings, healthcare facilities, and grid-support programs. The system is listed and labeled to UL891. As many as four levels of load control maximizes protection for priority one loads by first shedding load levels four, three, and two in order. Loads are added based on actual kW rather than the number of gen-sets, regardless of how many gen-sets are operating.

Emerson Network Power, Florham Park, NJ Circle 54

Building-management software

Fusion 10 enterprise building-management software is said to deliver an improved end-to-end experience, from faster installation and configuration to simpler management and control. The software provides room-utilization statistics and energy reports, including peak energy consumed in the space/ room and energy category level. It can also gather historical reporting for spaces set up before the software was installed.

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Generator line

A generator line with smaller-sized units provides stand-by power at 8, 10, and 12 kW. Units are said to deliver high-quality power with ultra-low levels of harmonic distortion. Units run on LP or natural gas.

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Raise A Glass For Daylighting Prismatic skylights make the difference for a beer-distribution facility.

Management at Florida Distributing Co.’s large warehouse switched off the T5s and opted for prismatic skylights from Sunoptics to brighten the facility and take advantage of the Florida sunshine.

F

lorida Distributing Co., Orlando, FL, is a beer distribu-

“I was just amazed as to how much light it brought in,” said

tor servicing restaurants, bars, and grocery stores, among

Feltner. “We tested the skylight with the artificial lights on and

other customers, across six counties in central Florida.

off. We also checked temperatures and measured footcandles. The

The company operates 24/7 from a 300,000-sq.-ft. warehouse

skylight not only provided brighter light than incandescent bulbs,

with 400 employees filling orders and loading trucks.

the natural daylight actually enhanced the work environment for

The 13-yr.-old warehouse was equipped with T5 fluorescent

employees.”

lamps as the main lighting source. With Florida enjoying an av-

Based on test results, the potential skylight field was expanded

erage of 233 sunny days/yr. and company leaders’ commitment

to include the distributorship’s point-of-sale area, covering 30,000

to sustainability, the warehouse was an ideal location for day-

sq. ft. of the facility and including seven additional skylights.

lighting.

“He was very impressed,” Kuhn said. “That completed a sec-

Dennis Kuhn, senior project manager for roofing company

tion of the facility and it looked fantastic. So we were able to put

CentiMark Corp., Pittsburgh, had been in discussions with Flori-

that eight in, and he was able to get managers to pull the trigger

da Distributing’s George Feltner, vice president of operations,

on the entire project.”

about a re-roofing project for another of the company’s buildings.

Eventually, a total of 113 Sunoptics high-velocity, hurri-

Interested in the potential for energy-consumption reduction, but

cane-zone-approved prismatic skylights, each measuring 5 ft. x 8

concerned about reports that skylights can leak, Feltner was inter-

ft. were installed, covering just 2.6% of the roof.

ested in testing skylights on a small scale. A Signature series sky-

“The warehouse now is a whole lot brighter,” Feltner said. “We

light from Sunoptics Skylights, Sacramento, CA, was installed for

turn off the electric lights from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., providing the

a 60-day evaluation.

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tion. The better quality light enables maintenance

now and then, so photosensors were installed to allow

for each W of lighting, but with the daylighting, foot-

workers to be more efficient as it’s easier to spot dirt

the artificial lighting to kick on when light levels drop

candles can be doubled for the same 1/3 W. With ceil-

and grime in the warehouse.”

below a pre-determined level.

ing heights of 24 ft., rising to 28 ft. at the building’s

“This application is about bringing light in; using

As for the potential for the skylights to draw more

peak, footcandles have increased to 25 (more than

light, not glare, not hotspots,” said Myles Sosnoff, Su-

Florida heat into the facility, the science actually works

double) on the work surface with fluorescent lamps

noptics regional sales manager. “It’s the use of the pris-

in favor of skylighting, said Kuhn, by reducing the

turned off. Feltner said the company has shaved al-

matic property at its best.”

amount of heat typically produced by artificial light-

most $5,000/mo. off the electric bill with a projected

ing overhead. Generally, 1/3 W of cooling is required

payback for the installation of just five years. CBP

Even the Sunshine State experiences a cloudy day

Top. A total of 113 high-velocity, hurricane-zone-approved skylights, each measuring 5 ft. x 8 ft., were installed.

Above. The facility’s electric lights are turned off from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., providing employees with natural light and reducing energy consumption. The skylights cover only 2.6% of the roof.

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Door gaskets

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The company offers a range of sealing gaskets for entry doors, including head and jamb gaskets, automatic door bottoms, and saddles and thresholds to accommodate carpeting. Options are available for high STC sound-transmission ratings, smoke and fire protection, and vision lites and louvers. Applications include hotel and motel rooms.

Zero International, Bronx, NY Circle 58

Adjustable louver with drainable blades T6796 louver: • Adjustable, drainable blades • Water escapes at the sill

Glass visualization tool

The Glass Visualizer is part of the company’s suite of Glass Analytic services. The on-line tool provides information for glass evaluation, selection, and specification. Five outdoor settings, including full daylight and cloudy, and four views with realistic photo images, create an accurate color impression.

Guardian Industries Corp., Auburn Hills, MI Circle 59

• AMCA licensed for water penetration, air performance

Model T6796 adjustable-blade louver has a 6-in.-deep frame and incorporates a drainable head and blades to channel water to jambs that guide it through vertical downspouts for escape at the sill. When open, the blades are said to provide excellent resistance to water penetration and high-volume intake and exhaust ventilation. The blades are controlled with manually operated hand cranks, pull chains, and electric or pneumatic actuators. Louvers can be specified with several options in a wide variety of finishes. The louver is AMCA licensed for water penetration and air performance.

Airolite, Schofield, WI Circle 57

Horizontal thermal slider

Rolling grille

AA 5450 series window is available in a horizontal sliding configuration. Part of the OptiQ Ultra thermal series, the window meets or exceeds Architectural Window performance requirements. A polyamide thermal break is said to provide higher thermal performance, further enhanced by 1-in. double-pane or 1 1/2-in. triple-pane insulating glass.

Kawneer Co. Inc., Norcross, GA Circle 60

Extreme 324/Cycle-Master 324 high-performance coiling grille is said to travel three times faster than traditional models and provides operation for more than 300,000 cycles.

Features include a springless shaft, anti-wear and low-friction UHMW guides, and a variable-frequency drive with soft start/soft stop to reduce wear. The grille is available in a straight or brick pattern for openings as wide as 26 ft.

Cornell|Cookson, Mountain Top, PA Circle 61

Dual-image digital printing

DigitalDistinctions dual-image printing consists of a printed image or pattern on one side and a different color, image, or pattern on the opposite side of the same glass lite. Images can reflect a variety of complex designs in addition to standard and simple designs. A high-performance coating can be applied directly over the digital print on the same surface to enhance solar performance.

Viracon Inc., Owatonna, MN Circle 62 www.cbpmagazine.com

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Reinvent The Parking Experience The Chesapeake Energy car park is flooded with natural light by day and encircled by multi-colored bands at night.

A rainbow of colors, one for each of the seven floors of Car Park 3 on the Chesapeake Energy Corporate campus in Oklahoma City, is created with a combination of fluorescent and cold-cathode lighting, covered with various gels, intentionally resulting in a theatrical effect.

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F

orget for a moment the typical parking garage: dark,

He also wanted it to be architecturally compatible with adjacent

dirty, full of fumes, and downright scary. Imagine in-

buildings and challenged Duo-Gard to match that existing glass

stead a massive, seven-story structure flooded with natu-

with multiwall polycarbonate. The result was custom-extruded

ral light by day and encircled by glowing, multi-colored bands at

glazing in a blue-gray tint that reflects its surroundings during the

night. Welcome to Car Park 3, built on the Chesapeake Energy

day. “They did a tremendous job matching to existing design, thus

Corporate campus in Oklahoma City.

allowing the buildings to visually connect,” said Elliott.

The structure was designed by the team at Elliott + Associates

Duo-Gard’s team achieved this with what Miller calls the com-

Architects, Oklahoma City. It covers 546,922 sq. ft. with stalls for

pany’s “focused design” approach. “With each project—and each

1,439 vehicles. Car Park 3 features a 130,000-sq.-ft. façade of

one’s different—we evaluate and integrate the most effective mate-

translucent polycarbonate—the largest in North America—engi-

rials and the most advanced technologies to realize the goals for

neered by Duo-Gard Industries, Canton, MI.

that specific design,” he said. For Car Park 3, the system included

The vision revolved around, “reinventing the parking experi-

25-mm triple-wall polycarbonate glazing panels, modified to

ence,” according to Rand Elliott, FAIA, Elliott + Associates prin-

meet structural requirements. The system spans 12 1/2 ft. be-

cipal and founder. “In this corporate setting, an employee’s day

tween floors and attaches to the poured-in-place concrete.

starts and ends in a parking structure. We wanted it to feel like an

The 300-ft.-long curtain walls were glazed in 12 1/2 x 12 1/2-ft.

extension of their office. We wanted it to be uplifting and motiva-

grids, framed in an aluminum extrusion specifically engineered to

tional,” he said.

support the modified polycarbonate while maintaining the low-pro-

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file look the architect specified. A single expansion joint

lighting for the interior environment he envisioned.

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ture to be overbearing. So along the south elevation, the

runs through the building, allowing movement of 8 to

“Daylighting is important. People prefer natural light.

glazing system incorporates separate color blocks of red,

10 in. Multiwall polycarbonate has a higher co-efficient

Studies have proven this to be true. And this is Oklaho-

blue, and yellow to reflect the center’s playful approach.

of expansion than glass, requiring specific framing to

ma; weather is a concern for people here. They need to be

“The kids see these glowing objects across the street as

accommodate greater movement. Gasketing must allow

able to look out and see what’s happening, so we wanted

parts of a cool toy,” Elliott said.

for this. For Car Park 3, even the gasketing was custom,

something as close to transparent as possible,” he added.

because the architects didn’t want typical black. In addi-

The second collaboration between Duo-Gard and Elliott + Associates, Car Park 3 took three years from

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A LANTERN GLOW

start to finish. The architect describes the result and

sq. ft. includes 9 sq. ft. of open space. Duo-Gard’s sys-

At night, the effect of the polycarbonate system allows

the reaction as “spectacular.” He sees polycarbonate as

tem also glazed the barrier railing around the perimeter

the building to glow like a giant lantern. A rainbow

a great solution for today’s architecture and design

of the building’s walkways, as well as the elevator enclo-

of colors, one for each of the seven floors, is created

community: “Looking at all the things going on with

sures and canopies at entrances and exits.

with a combination of fluorescent and cold-cathode

high-tech plastics, I think this is just the beginning of

Polycarbonate was the central element in this de-

lighting covered with various gels, intentionally result-

unimaginable products to come.” CBP

sign, but the architects considered a wide variety of

ing in a theatrical effect. Color is another primary el-

other glazing materials, including laminated glass and

ement in the architectural team’s concept and not just

corrugated fiberglass. “Polycarbonate is a very sophis-

for aesthetics.

ticated material, as well as being economical,” Elliott

“Wayfinding is important; people often get lost in

said. Miller added that the material is stronger yet

parking structures,” Elliott said. “Using a different col-

lighter in weight than glass, enabling engineers to

or for each floor, matching everything connected to

achieve the structural strength desired with less metal.

that floor with the same color, and reinforcing it with

The 25-mm glazing panels in the system present a

light means you don’t forget where you parked. All you

high degree of visual clarity that architect Elliott con-

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have to remember is the color.”

siders close to transparent. They allow 34% visible

Car Park 3 sits north of Chesapeake’s childcare cen-

light transmittance. That was critical in creating day-

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Above. Car Park 3 sits north of Chesapeake’s childcare center, and it would have been easy for the massive structure to be overbearing.

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Tornado-Devastated Alabama Town Rebuilds With Brick Fired clay brick preserves historic character and integrity of downtown Cullman.

Above. After an EF4 tornado devastated historic downtown Cullman, AL, rebuilding the St. John & Associates Inc. office building was an integral part of the community’s reconstruction efforts. Photo: Cohen Carnaggio Reynolds

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fter an EF4 tornado devastated historic downtown

CCR Architects worked with the city council president to review

& Associates Inc. office building was an integral part

and comment on new Downtown Cullman Design Guidelines. De-

of the community’s reconstruction efforts.

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veloped and implemented in three months, the guidelines aim to

Birmingham, AL, architect Cohen Carnaggio Reynolds (CCR

preserve and ensure that new construction is compatible with the

Architects) designed the civil-engineering firm’s new 4,000-sq.-ft.

existing historic characteristics of downtown Cullman, including the

building, winning a gold award in the Brick Industry Associa-

rich and diverse historic brick buildings. The design guidelines for

tion’s (BIA, Reston, VA) 2014 Brick in Architecture Awards (com-

commercial and mixed-use buildings state that permitted materials

mercial category, less than $10 million.)

for exterior detailing include wood, brick, stone, cast stone, metal,

“This has been one of the most rewarding projects in my ca-

and materials identical in appearance such as decorative molded ure-

reer, being a part of such an event that is so important to the

thane millwork. Prohibited materials include concrete (when not im-

owner and the city’s recovery,” said CCR’s Richard Carnaggio,

itating permitted materials), metal used incompatibly, vinyl, EIFS

AIA, LEED AP. “The owner has become quite a brick aficionado

(exterior insulation and finish systems), and other materials deemed

who now photographs interesting brickwork and has even given a

inappropriate by the design-review committee.

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the historic buildings from the city’s past,” he said.

Cullman, AL, in April 2011, rebuilding the St. John

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Building owner Bill St. John spearheaded the guidelines with his

firm’s new building in the same Cullman location at 508 First Ave.,

coal and white accents. The Antebellum product line was created

S.E., featuring many historic and industrial details combined with

to produce a very rustic old-world brick. This brick also works well

green building elements. His support expanded the project’s develop-

when trying to match historic buildings, such as the St. John proj-

ment, integrating salvaged materials from other devastated struc-

ect. The Andersonville brick was able to uphold the architectural

tures, environmentally sensitive materials, and building systems, in-

integrity set forth years prior in the downtown area.

cluding key building elements supporting local artists and craftsmen.

“We salute St. John and Associates for its leadership in bring-

The new building’s structure is shaped from insulated concrete

ing Cullman back from a direct hit by an EF4 tornado, and we are

forms (ICF), which provide excellent thermal characteristics

proud to have provided materials for this landmark project,” said

along with the permanence and strength of reinforced concrete.

Dennis Knautz, president and CEO, Acme Brick.

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Left, above. Using brick masonry with a reinforced concrete core created a building to withstand future tornadoes.

Photo: Cohen Carnaggio Reynolds

This substantial frame provided a stable and authentic mass for

“One hundred years ago, our company suffered a similar ca-

the solid masonry veneer that allowed offsets, corbeling, and de-

lamity when a brand-new brick plant burned to the ground,” con-

Left, below. Masons were especially empowered by the project, which offered a showcase for their abilities. Handcarved Alabama marble cornerstones and tribute stones are set within the masonry that adorns the building’s entrance. Photo:

tailing that is difficult in common hollow-core units.

tinued Knautz. “Our president’s response was as firm as his re-

Cohen Carnaggio Reynolds

To preserve the historic characteristics of downtown Cullman

solve: ‘Kelly,’ he told the plant superintendent, ‘we will build her

and help battle severe weather, distributor Acme Brick Co., Ft.

bigger and better than ever.’ And that’s exactly what Bill St. John

Worth, TX, provided Cherokee Brick & Tile Co.’s, Macon, GA,

and his firm have done in Cullman, with a new building that

Andersonville brick in modular size—solid brick with no core

marries old-world character with 21st-century efficiency,” he said.

holes—selected for its used-brick appearance while maintaining the full strength of a modern fired clay brick. The brick is accent-

CORNERSTONES AND TRIBUTES

ed with Alabama limestone, also provided by Cherokee. The de-

Hand-carved Alabama marble cornerstones and tribute stones are set

sign of the replacement building called for a high level of detail

within the masonry that adorns the building’s entrance. They con-

work, a spokesperson for Acme Brick said.

trast with the articulated masonry skin and pay homage to the build-

According to Cherokee Brick & Tile, Andersonville brick is

ing’s completion and its owner and serve as a tribute to the memory

from its Antebellum series, and is primarily red with some char-

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exteriors Association (AMA) racer, a vintage Ducati single-cylinder

buildings,” said BIA president and CEO Ray Leonhard.

motorcycle is suspended over the stairway.

“As a sustainable building product made from natural

“Our company thrives on the challenge of meeting job-specific needs such as this one,” said Chero-

abundant resources, fired clay brick exteriors can reduce property damage and increase survival odds.”

kee Brick & Tile president Mike Peavy. “There’s noth-

CCR’s Carnaggio said the masons were especially

ing more rewarding than being able to produce

empowered by this project, offering a showcase for

something that can meet the specific needs of your

their abilities as well as encouraging options other

customer. We’re glad to be just a small part of the re-

than a running bond. He said the replacement build-

building process in Cullman after such a devastating

ing testifies to the significance of brick, and provides

event,” he said.

meaning through attention to texture and quality. CBP

Using brick masonry with a reinforced concrete core created a building designed to withstand future tornadoes. According to BIA tests, fired clay brick exceeds the 34-mph impact-resistance requirement for high-velocity hurricane zones in the Florida building code. Brick offers tested moisture resistance and can meet a one-hr. minimum fire resistance rating by itself.

The new structure combines historic details with modern touches.

Windows from the original office were reused as well as harvested wood doors from other demolished buildings. Photo: Cohen Carnaggio

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In 2009, a brick seismic study funded by the National

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Science Foundation, Arlington, VA, showed that

Learn more about St. John and Associates.

buildings built with clay brick veneer can resist earthquakes above the Maximum Considered Earthquake for Seismic Design Category D without collapse.

“Combined with a proper design, installation, and

Reynolds

See other BIA award winners.

Read the downtown Cullman design guidelines.

Learn more about Cherokee Brick’s Andersonville brick.

maintenance, brick is an essential element of strong, safe

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Double-sheet panels

Reynobond NC double-sheet panels are said to provide the benefits of aluminum composite material in a double sheet, combining the flatness and stiffness of ACM with the dent resistance and recyclability of sheet metal. Available in sheet sizes as large as 62-in. wide and 20-ft. long, the 1/8-in. panels can be radiused, welded, and fabricated into cassettes.

Alcoa Architectural Products, Eastman, GA Circle 64

Steel-backed brick cladding

Corium cladding is a steel-backed brick façade system that uses genuine brick tiles mechanically fixed to an HPS200 coated and galvanized receiver tray. Each tray interlocks to form a drainage plane, which is mounted to the engineered framing system. The system is a rainscreen assembly with rear ventilation and meets ASHRAE 90.1 for thermal and moisture performance. Several sizes are available. The system weighs 14lb./ft.2 Telling Architectural Systems, Cranston, RI Circle 65

Plank-look stone pavers PlankStone pavers: • Look of wood-board decking • Variety of sizes and thicknesses • Pedestrian use

PlankStone pavers replicate the look of classic wood-board decking for modular paving. Pieces can be laid horizontally, vertically, or in alternating directions. Different lengths can be combined or installed alone, creating a wide variety of designs. Hidden spacers allow sand-joint interlock. Suggested only for pedestrian use, sizes available include 6 x 18 in., 6 x 24 in., and 6 x 36 in., in thicknesses from 2 to 4 in.

Hanover Architectural Products, Hanover, PA

Concrete form

The Optimizer insulated concrete form is 4-ft. long and 12-in. tall and provides 17 stack scenarios, without the need to cut or rip forms. Using Duralok Technology, the unit reportedly securely locks into place with a triple-tooth interlock, eliminating the need to wire or glue forms.

Nudura, Barrie, Ontario Circle 66

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Sustainable bricks

Additions to the company’s sustainable brick line include the Ambassador, Roman, Norman, and King models.

The Ambassador is 2 1/4-in. high x 15 5/8-in. long and available smooth or as a split-face unit.

The King measures 2 3/4 x 2 5/8 x 9 5/8 in. All bricks use 37% recycled content and are available in a range of colors.

CalStar Products, Caledonia, WI Circle 67 www.cbpmagazine.com

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FIND OUT WHY.

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Coiled-wire fabric system

CHEM LINK offers a family of high-performance polyether sealants and adhesives for practically every application throughout the building envelope whether for hospitals, schools, offices or homes. CHEM LINK sealants are solvent-free and contain virtually no VOCs, eliminating toxic risk to contractors and building occupants, ensuring Indoor Air Quality and easing liability worries for building owners. And they deliver the highest levels of performance in strength, adhesion, and flexibility.

For more information, contact us at 800-826-1681 or visit us at www.chemlink.com.

Fabricoil architectural coiled-wire fabric system uses interlocked strands of coiled wire formed into flexible fabric and engineered attachments for interior and exterior applications. Available in a wide variety of metals, gauges, scales, finishes, and colors, metals include, but are not limited to, aluminum, steel, stainless steel, brass, copper, and titanium. Systems save energy when used for shading applications.

Cascade Architectural, Tualatin, OR Circle 68

Silicone roof coating

887 Tropi-Cool silicone white roof coating has polymer technology that is said to enable it to withstand the extreme heat and moisture of tropical environments, reflecting heat and UV rays. The coating’s moisture-cure chemistry creates a chemical bond with the roof to resist ponding water, provide sealing, and resist mold and mildew growth. It can be sprayed, rolled, or brushed.

Henry Co., El Segundo, CA Circle 69 42

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Micro-building

In conjunction with Parkline Inc., the company adds Utility Built structures to its product line. The units are small, multipurpose, specialized enclosures that are said to allow simple installation. Applications include job-site offices, pump houses, solar-electric stations, and security-guard houses. Made to order as complete building kits, the units use durable panels and are available as gabled or single-sloped in a variety of colors and options.

Varco Pruden Buildings, Memphis, TN Circle 72

Combination louver

EXA-645 combination louver has stationary, drainable blades that protect against water penetration. An airfoil blade-control damper provides positive shutoff protection from air intake and exhaust openings. The frame system channels water away from the louver down the building’s face.

Pottorff, Fort Worth, TX Circle 70

Rainscreen framing system

Reveal-Girt rainscreen framing system for open joint, exposed-fastener facades is said to create the illusion of depth in the joint itself. Two wide anchoring surfaces accommodate two adjoining panel edges on one rail. Developed primarily for fiber-cement panels, the system uses a perforated and prepunched stiffened rail that spans 36 in. on center and installs vertically over other horizontal rails or directly over rigid foam insulation.

Knight Wall Systems, Deer Park, WA Circle 71 CIRCLE 215

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Skyliner insulation system for metal-building roofs and walls uses a liner fabric made of a woven, HPDE scrim liner that is 0.02 perm-rated vapor retardant for thermal insulation. The liner has a brilliant white reflective surface said to brighten buildings, improve lighting efficiency, and reduce energy usage. The material provides a light reflectance value of 84. The system meets OSHA standards for passive-fall restraint and active-fall protection and can be used in new or retrofit applications.

Bay Insulation Systems, Green Bay, WI Circle 73

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Air- and water-resistive barrier

Backstop NT air- and water-resistive barrier can be applied using an airless sprayer. It can also be applied by trowel, roller, or texture sprayer. The product can be used under most cladding systems. Once applied and fully cured, it can be exposed for 30 days.

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Vapor-seal membrane

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PMPC premolded membrane vapor seal with plasmatic core is a seven-ply, weather-coated, permanently bonded, semi-flexible vaporproofing/waterproofing membrane. Made with a plasmatic core suspended between two layers of bituminous material and sealed under heat and pressure between liners of asphalt-impregnated felt and a glass-mat liner, it is said to stop moisture migration in footings, concrete floors, and structural slabs.

W.R. Meadows Inc., Hampshire, IL Circle 75

Spray foam

Froth-Pak Ultra premium foam insulation is a low-pressure spray-foam system said to provide the same performance as high-pressure drum-foam insulation, but without use of large rigs. With no length or width restrictions, the insulation can be left exposed as much as 8-in. thick in rim joists and 10-in. thick in ventilated crawl spaces and uninhabitable attics.

Dow Building Solutions, Midland, MI Circle 76

Air barrier, sealant

Lightweight, High Quality, Alpha-Gypsum Panels with steel-reinforced joints, precisely interlock for seamless surfaces of any size.

No finicky track or z-clips. No formaldehyde!

Smooth, rock-hard surface.

StoGuard Rapid Fill is a one-component air barrier and waterproof material that seals sheathing joints, seams, cracks, and transitions as large as 1/2 in. wide in above-grade wall construction. Said to be compatible with most common building materials, it has a rapid drying time and can be applied on damp surfaces and in cold weather or high humidity.

Follows standard wall finish schedules.

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Insulation

R-49 Fatt Batt insulation is 19 in. wide with an R-49 R-value. The insulation is also available in 16- and 24in. widths, unfaced and kraft faced.

Guardian Fiberglass Inc., Greer, SC Circle 78 CIRCLE 217

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Conformance with current animal-shelter standards and making it as energy efficient as possible were priorities in the renovation of the Fairfax County Animal Shelter. Photo: Hoachlander Davis Photography

Shelter Upgrade Exceeds Expectations Animal shelter renovation incorporates the latest animal-care standards and aims for LEED Gold.

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tructurally and aesthetically, upgrades were

chitect Cole & Denny’s $8-million, four-phase devel-

LASTING CONNECTIONS

urgently needed at the 30-yr.-old Fairfax Coun-

opment plan allowed continued operation of ani-

“Renovated space will provide more natural light and

ty Animal Shelter, Fairfax, VA. Keeping it in

mal-care services throughout the construction period.

more areas for specialized treatment and visitation,” said

conformance with contemporary animal shelter stan-

“We renovated 11,000 sq. ft. of existing space and add-

Cole. “The creation of a separate adoption lobby is an-

dards and making it as energy efficient as possible were

ed approximately 15,000 sq. ft. of new construction,”

other investment designed to increase opportunities to

priorities. In fact, initial LEED Silver goals were exceed-

Cole & Denny principal John Cole said. “Our ultimate

place as many animals as possible in good homes. Every

ed and the project is on track for LEED Gold.

goal was creating a new and appealing environment

detail of this upgraded facility is about creating meaning-

With Fairfax County’s population more than dou-

for staff, visitors, and the animals in their care, while

ful and lasting connections between people and pets.”

bling in the past 40 yr., there has been congruent growth

working with the contractor to maintain a seamless

of pet ownership, along with the number of stray ani-

flow of services throughout each project phase.”

“We are not the stereotypical dog pound of times past, but rather a multi-purpose animal-solutions cen-

mals and homeless pets. “This upgraded facility pro-

Collaboration and advanced planning were key

ter. This new design will create a physical and pro-

vides new and improved features ranging from dedicat-

throughout this process as Cole & Denny; the Bacon

grammatic transformation toward animal shelter in-

ed space for treating injuries and infectious diseases to

Group Inc., of Clearwater, FL, specialists in animal

dustry best practices,” Hammond said.

animal rehabilitation and adoption rooms where pets

care facilities; Potomac Energy Group, mechanical en-

and potential owners have a chance to meet and bond,”

gineers, Falls Church, VA; and Keller Brothers Inc.,

& Denny, energy-saving features include:

said Tawny Hammond, Fairfax County Animal Shelter

general contractor, Mount Airy, MD, worked toward

• Advanced daylighting systems that allow 75% of the

director, who has managed a variety of facilities and

LEED Silver certification. Because of better-than-ex-

building to benefit from natural illumination without

programs for the Fairfax County Park Authority.

pected energy savings—34% instead of 10%—the ani-

artificial lighting. Solatube, Vista, CA, tubular skylights

mal shelter is now on track for LEED Gold.

are also abundant throughout the building. These nar-

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According to Mike Detomo, project architect, Cole

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row, metal tubes draw in and disburse shafts of solar light through prismatic lenses, greatly reducing reliance on electrical power lighting from dawn to dusk.

• Reduced-flow washroom fixtures and flow-rate adjusters for sinks that provide significant consumption savings.

• Five 100% outside-air energy-recovery units (ERUs) for the facility, meeting ventilation standards as recommended by the Humane Society of the United States, earned LEED points. The ERUs cool, heat, and dehumidify recirculated air. Operating similar to air handlers, ERUs mix used air with fresh ambient air, creating stable interior temperature levels for people and pets with less reliance on HVAC units and the energy they consume.

• 26,000 sq. ft. of white PVC and metal roofing reduce the building’s heat-island effects.

• A dedicated 122-sq.-ft. recycling room and recycling dumpster provide efficient and compliant handling of waste.

“Animal holding facilities have higher ventilation and volumetric air-exchange requirements than typi-

Natural light and natural materials accent the adoption lobby at Fairfax County Animal Shelter and contribute to the shelter’s LEED Gold goal.

cal commercial buildings,” said Detomo. “These

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borne viruses. That is especially important when animals arrive with no medical history.”

Several LEED features unique to this type of facility include systems managing potable water use, 20% utilization of regional and recycled building materials, and

LEED CERTIFICATION

sustainable site credits for items such as LED light fix-

Achieving LEED certification was a relatively smooth

tures in the parking area, and access to public transpor-

process, he said, although there were, “lots of docu-

tation and other community services.

ments involved, lots of measuring and verifying to

Combined with heat-reflecting roof materials,

make sure building components would be fully opera-

these energy-saving features not only increase opera-

tional to standard.”

tional efficiency, but also reduce maintenance costs

OUR INNOVATION. YOUR INSPIRATION. Animal holding facilities require higher ventilation and volumetric airexchange rates than typical commercial buildings to control and contain airborne viruses. Each “cat condo” unit has several “rooms” with individual heating and cooling vents. Photo: Hoachlander Davis Photography

and enhance the overall environment for its occupants. Creating a fresh, bright, and more open environment has further enhanced the Fairfax County Animal Shelter’s reputation for successful animal-adoption rates. The shelter was recognized in March 2014 with a Compassion Award from the Virginia Federation of Humane Societies for being the INTERCEPT™ ENTYRE

largest U.S. jurisdiction with placement into new

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homes of more than 90% of its pets.

With LEED certification an important criterion, architect, contractor, and building owner collectively envisioned a multi-purpose facility meeting a variety of community needs. The result is a building transformed, not only for citizens of Fairfax County and surrounding suburbs, but also a shelter serving as a template for pet rescue and adoption services, and a center promoting education and safety for the environment. CBP

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Explore Solatube skylight options.

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EDITORS’ CHOICE

Denim surfaces Denim surfacing material: • Recycled-denim fabric scraps • Acrylic resin process forms laminated panels • Interior vertical and horizontal applications

Denim surfacing material uses the company’s acrylic infusion process. A base construction of 80% post-industrial recycled-denim fabric scraps is infused with a nontoxic acrylic resin. Penetrating completely through the raw denim board, the infusion is said to result in an extremely hard and durable panel with resistance to abrasion and scratching. Applications include those for vertical and horizontal interiors. Panels measure 2 ft. x 4 ft. x 1/2 in. and vary in color and appearance in a natural blue-jean indigo hue. Two finish treatments are available: one without filling surface voids, providing a rustic, textured appearance; and one filled and sanded. Panels are laminated to an FSC backer.

TorZo Sustainable Surfaces, Woodburn, OR Circle 79

Soft-slide shower doors

Cabo soft-slide shower door system uses Softbrake technology that brakes and cushions the opening and closing mechanism of the frameless glass door. Concealed inside the header, the mechanism activates during the last 4-in. of the door’s closing motion. The system operates with multiple sizes of tempered safety glass and is available in five standard finishes.

C.R. Laurence Co. Inc., Los Angeles Circle 80

Textured rubber flooring

Brushed, Concrete, and Leather textures are available in the company’s Johnsonite rubber-flooring line. The textures are said to capture the look of brushed metallic, hand-troweled concrete, and tooled leather. Available in 12 x 12 in. and 24 x 24 in. sizes, the styles maintain a unique appearance while providing slip resistance, shock absorption, and natural acoustics.

Tarkett, Chagrin Falls, OH Circle 82

Ergonomic stools

Picapau wood-based interior stool-seating series is available in six models. The stools have an accommodating seat shape and angled and tapered seat legs. A footrest provides leg and foot support. There are three stool heights, two frame options, and five different seat colors from which to choose.

Magnuson Group, Woodridge, IL Circle 81

Natural stone tile

Yin + Yang natural stone tile is inspired by Eastern art. Available in a range of looks, the tile uses contrasting colors and a variety of sizes, shapes, and decorative touches. Applications include interior and exterior walls and interior floors.

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CI Max White high-efficiency polyiso foam sheathing, for exposed interior applications, is used without a thermal barrier. Applications include walls and ceilings.

Providing a continuous insulation layer to reduce thermal bridging, the material has an acrylic-embossed facer, said to be easy to clean.

Johns Manville, Denver Circle 84

188” x 158” STC 55 Doors

Multi-functional seating

Endorse is a multi-functional collection of task and lounge seating and occasional tables for the workplace. Seating features adjustment controls and sculpted lumbar support. Big and tall versions supports users to 450 lb. Table finishes include wood-grain finishes and solid laminate.

The HON Co., Muscatine, IA Circle 85

528” x 168” Room Dividing Door

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Krieger has over 75 years of experience in manufacturing oversized doors. Whether your project requires an oversized large door or an oversized door with special purpose requirements, Krieger can custom design acoustical rated, bullet or blast resistant, radio frequency shielded or thermal doors to fit the opening. Contact us today to discuss your needs.

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Flooring underlayment

A line of flooring underlayment products includes sound-deadening and crack-isolation products along with those for floor reinforcement. KeedeRoll 100 and 300 uncoupling mats provide waterproofing and non-waterproofing options. KeedeLath is a synthetic self-furring lath. QQ Step Soft is a sound-deadening recycled-rubber mat promoting anti-fracture of tile while increasing sound ratings.

Dependable LLC, Mayfi eld Heights, OH Circle 86

Accelerated Engineering Exposed- and concealed-fastener panels used horizontally provide a clean-lined, contemporary aesthetic for this prosperous automobile business in Lubbock. Interior PBC panels give the same rugged durability and modern feel as the stylish exterior.

Visit www.mbci.com/carizma for more information.

Architectural glass

Decorative architectural glass uses Bart Halpern’s Glitterati textiles as the basis for safety building glass.

Subtle at a distance, natural colors and metallic hues feature five colors, champagne, gold, copper, silver, and black, laminated in low-iron glass.

Bendheim, New York Circle 87

Frameless ceiling products

Island frameless, stone-wool ceiling products are said to provide acoustic comfort for open-plan areas including offices, restaurants, and spaces where sound can be overwhelming to occupants. The modular format is available in square or rectangular sizes of 3 ft. 9 11/16 in. or 5 ft. 9 5/16 in. The frameless shape has a sharp, minimalistic edge and subtle bevel. Smooth texture and white color optimize light reflection.

Rockfon, Chicago Circle 88

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PaneL ProFiLe: Pbc (charcoal Gray / Galvalume®), fW-120 (Galvalume®)

Hardware collection

Argyle cabinet-hardware collection is available in three finishes and four sizes of knobs and pulls. Made from recycled aluminum, the hardware can contribute to LEED credits. With a nod to the Scottish Highlands, the collection plays on a graphic pattern of small diamond shapes.

Phone: 877.713.6224 e-mail: info@mbci.com copyright © 2014 mbci. all rights reserved.

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Lighting the entire flag instead of just the flagpole and surrounding area proved a lighting-design challenge. EcoMod fixtures from Phoenix Products were used successfully.

Lighting Goes To Great Heights For Old Glory Narrow beam pattern highlights a memorial flagpole with help from Phoenix Products’ fixtures.

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utside the Acuity Insurance building

Peck and his team from Creative Lighting Design and

decided to dim the fixtures to 50% every night after

in Sheboygan, WI, stands a 400-ft.-tall

Engineering, Milwaukee.

midnight.

flagpole, said to be the tallest in North

The lighting design process posed a number of

Color temperature was carefully examined. The

America and 100 ft. taller than the Statue of Liber-

challenges. The conventional method of aiming fix-

team constructed a mockup to determine the best ren-

ty. Erected as a symbol of gratitude for the service

tures at the top of the flagpole would not be sufficient.

dering to accentuate the blue and red of the flag. A

and sacrifice of those who defend our country, the

Too much light would be concentrated on the pole

cool-white color temperature of 5,000 K was chosen.

mega-flagpole towers above the rural Wisconsin city.

and leave a large portion of the flag dark when fully

At the top of the pole is a massive 7,200-sq.-ft.

extended. Another concern was an 11-ft. section at the

GREAT LIGHTS, GREAT HEIGHTS

United States flag. Each star is 3 ft. wide; each stripe is

top of the pole that contains mechanical elements.

Although the flag is 120 ft. x 60 ft., the area to illuminate

4 1/2 ft. tall. At the base of the pole is a memorial

The mechanics include a revolving truck that rotates

was a 246-ft.-dia., 60-ft.-tall cylinder, when accounting for

made of bricks inscribed with the name of every fallen

with the wind to prevent the flag from wrapping

all directions that the flag could be flying. Strong but con-

soldier from Sheboygan County dating from the Civil

around the pole, along with an automated winch to

centrated beams of light would be required to optimize

War. Since the memorial’s dedication, hundreds of

lower the flag. Although necessary for the structure,

the flag’s nighttime appearance.

people have traveled to see this architectural feat and

they were not aesthetically pleasing. Peck decided to

After the beam pattern was established, Peck

pay their respects to the hundreds of heroes it honors.

aim the lighting fixtures strategically to the sides of the

sought a lighting fixture to fulfill the requirements

pole, highlighting the flag and not the pole.

and chose Phoenix Products Co. Inc., Milwaukee. Af-

A VISION AT NIGHT

Due to the rural setting, the team had to calculate

ter experimenting with several lighting options, the

Not only does the flagpole exude brilliance during the

how much light to use. Acuity officials wanted a good

EcoMod 300, with its narrowest beam pattern, was

day, it needed to be equally striking at night. Admin-

balance in light levels to illuminate the flag, so a goal of

chosen. With precise directional capabilities, excep-

istrators at Acuity turned to lighting consultant Marty

0.75 to 1 average footcandles was chosen. It was also

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proved perfect for the application. The lighting team decided on 18 fixtures grouped into nine pairs to optimize light output while keeping the surrounding area as unaffected as possible.

In a radius of 55 ft. from the pole, they aimed the fixtures 22 1/2 deg. to either side of the pole and about 6 deg. down from vertical. This lit the entire flag regardless of wind strength and direction. This strategy also increased the flag’s vertical luminance and rippled texture in the wind.

The light angle also needed to properly light the flag when it was flying at half-mast. With its precise aiming and defined optics, the EcoMod provided the correct illumination.

The decision to veer from the traditional flagpole lighting technique has been reaffirmed in the months following installation. The flag’s height, along with the wind from nearby Lake Michigan, causes it to rarely hang down. Ben Salzmann, president and CEO of Acuity Insurance said, “We proudly fly this flag because we are blessed to live and work in the United States of America.” And because of the intricate lighting design, his vision of patrio-

In a radius of 55 ft. from the flagpole, fixtures are aimed 22 1/2 deg. to either side of the pole and about 6 deg. down from vertical. This lights the entire flag regardless of wind strength and direction.

tism is equally radiant at night. CBP

Flag And Flagpole Facts • •

The flag measures 60 x 120 ft.; that’s six stories high.

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Each of the 50 stars is 3 ft. wide.

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There are two versions of the flag because of the harsh Wisconsin winters. The standard flag weighs 220 lb. The winter version is 350 lb.

Each of the 13 stripes is 4 1/2 ft. tall.

The flagpole is 400 ft. tall and weighs approximately 420,000 lb.

Designed to work on Varco Pruden’s SSR™ or HWR™ roof systems, PrisMAX SL’s unique “self-curbing” structure uses a patented water-diverter and seam-mounted aluminum framing to create a long term, weathertight seal for years of maintenance-free performance.

More than 500 gal. of paint cover the pole.

The 11-ft.-dia. base tapers to 5 1/2 ft. at the top.

680 cubic yd. of cement were used in the foundation.

With Varco Pruden’s PrisMAX SL, you can expect: Reduced lighting costs Diffused lighting without hot spots Ideal for existing buildings or new construction Environmentally friendly, low maintenance performance

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EDITORS’ CHOICE

LED recessed multiples

Mini 02 recessed multiple downlight is available in single- to four-head units. Lamp heads have constant tension for tilt and rotation adjustments. The complete fixture can be accessed from below the ceiling. Mounting brackets allow 3-in. vertical adjustment.

Con Tech Lighting, Northbrook, IL Circle 91

Fluorescent replacements

SubstiTube IS LED T8 lamps are a replacement for traditional fluorescent T8 lamps. Said to operate on existing instant-start electronic T8 ballasts, the shatterproof lamps have a 50,000-hr. rated life, contain no mercury, and provide uniform light distribution. Occupancy or vacancy sensors can be used.

Osram Sylvania, Danvers, MA Circle 92

Flattened downlight

Load-controllable receptacles

Pass & Seymour load-controllable receptacles have the universally recognized power symbol printed on the pad. The symbol remains visible after installation. The receptacles are installed on a circuit and electrical loads are managed by and compatible with a number of building-control solutions. The systems automatically shut off and turn on the controllable portions of the receptacles at predetermined times. Two types are available in duplex and decorator configurations with 15 A and 20 A 125-V ratings.

SlimSurface LED: • Fixtures provide the illusion of recessed downlighting • Slim surface-mount design is almost flush with ceiling

Legrand, Syracuse, NY Circle 93

• Variety of designs and options

SlimSurface LED downlights provide the illusion of recessed downlighting, but with a 5/8-in. surface-mount design almost flush with a ceiling. This allows lighting installations in locations where wall and ceiling clearance can be a problem. Installed to most standard junction boxes, the fixtures are Energy Star certified and use Edgelit technology, putting LEDs at the fixture edge with a lens for uniform light distribution. The downlight can be dimmed to 10% and is available in a variety of designs and options, including 4- and 6-in. square luminaires, 5- and 7-in. round designs, and color temperatures of 2,700 K and 3,000 K.

LED replacement lamps

PAR30C series Chip On Board lamps have applications for indoor architectural lighting in a range of facilities. Products have a clear, UV-stabilized polycarbonate lens with a 60-deg. light beam in a medium-flood pattern.

The bulb replaces as much as a 60-W halogen bulb.

LEDtronics, Torrance, CA Circle 94

Royal Philips, Somerset, NJ Circle 90

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LED for outdoor signage

Marquee LED lamp is a 2 1/2-W unit ETL wet-listed to replace incandescent and CCFL lamps for outdoor signage applications.

The lamp is said to provide the same warm color and brightness as incandescent lamps. Available in clear or frosted styles, the lamp operates on 120-V systems.

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Chem Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214

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Derek Marshall Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 DORMA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209 Duo-Gard Industries Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215 Envirospec Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227 Excel Dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206 Flex-Ability Concepts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228 Fujitsu General America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 Hanover Architectural Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221 Kawneer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204

Jim Morrissey Regional Sales Manager IA, IN, MN, MO, OH 847.274.6482 APM Media Group jmorrissey@cbpmagazine.com

Marga Parr Production Manager 847.382.8100 ext. 115 mparr@cbpmagazine.com

COMING

ClimateMaster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226

Jon Heng Patricia Heng Regional Sales Managers West Coast 626.799.3610 jheng@cbpmagazine.com pheng@cbpmagazine.com

Tracy Ryle Inside Sales, Regional Sales IL, MI, WI 847.382.8100 ext. 103 tryle@cbpmagazine.com

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Architectural Area Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IFC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Gary L. Parr Executive Vice President, ConSource LLC 847.382.8100 ext.101 gparr@cbpmagazine.com

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Krieger Specialty Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 Laticrete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218

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Laticrete Supercap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212

Healthcare

LiveRoof. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235

HVAC

Major Industries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229 Maxxon Corp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230

Roofing Flooring

MBCI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222

MARCH

Mitsubishi Electric Cooling & Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203

Education

Modulararts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217

Energy & Backup Systems

Philips Emergency Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234

Security, Life Safety

Phoenix Products Co. Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208

Building Envelope

Salsbury Industries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224

Ellen Sandkam List Rental Services 847.382.8100 ext. 110 esandkam@atplists.com

Special-Lite Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233

Jill Kaletha Foster Reprint Service 866.879.9144 ext. 168 jillk@fosterprinting.com

Trim-Tex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237

Tjernlund Products Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55, 56 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232, 236 Trane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202

United Cool Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216 Uponor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205

Arthur L. Rice Chairman/CEO 847.382.8100 ext. 106 arice@atpnetwork.com

Varco Pruden Buildings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223 Weil-McLain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207 Wooster Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 Zero International . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231 www.cbpmagazine.com

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he Old Main building addition at Thompson Rivers Univ. in Kamloops, British Columbia, features an undulating roof design that echoes the nearby landscape. Designed by Diamond Schmitt Architects, Toronto, the exterior is lit by Lumenbeam Large luminaires from LumenPulse, Montreal, that are aimed upward to highlight the overhanging soffit’s wood cladding and accentuate the roof’s rolling ribbon shape in the night sky. An RGBW color-changing option was chosen to give a nuanced palette of white and colored light.

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