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© Bnim Above A detail of the photovoltaic array at the building’s outdoor classroom. More than 100% of the building’s annual energy needs are supplied by renewable sources. Left In addition to its role as a wastewater treatment facility, the building includes space for yoga instruction to restore the human body and spirit. k e y s us ta i na bl e features Water Conservation low-flow fixtures, flushless urinal, eco machine, rainwater is collected and used to flush toilets recycled materials incoming steel (structural, concrete reinforcement, roof), glass outgoing 99% of construction waste materials were recycled: metals, cardboard, polyisocyanurate insulation, and wood daylighting natural light in all occupied spaces, staged lighting controls individual controls switched at each space other major sustainable features reclaimed wood siding, plywood sheathing, and lumber framing; passive solar heating, geothermal heat pump, photovoltaic generation outdoors. Clerestory windows ventilate the lobby, mechanical room and restrooms. Solar radiation heats the upper volume of air, and then natural buoyancy induces stack ventilation, which causes the air to push its way out of the open windows and pull in fresh, cooler air from lower windows in these spaces. Operable windows integrated into the south façade also allow for natural ventilation to assist in pushing hot air out of the building Fa l l 2 0 1 1 HigH by channeling prevailing breezes that have been cooled while moving over the wetlands. Building and site are integrated as a single system. The landscape produces a microclimate of clean PerForming Buildings 39

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of High Performing Buildings - Fall 2011

High Performing Buildings - Fall 2011
Commentary
Contents
Manitoba Hydro Place
Maplewood Police and Court Building
Omega Center for Sustainable Living
Dockside Synergy at Dockside Green
Golden Hill Office Center
Letters to the Editor
Products
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High Performing Buildings - Fall 2011