Project FROG Modular Green Classroom
Project FROG designs and custom- fabricates modular classrooms and other commercial buildings that feature high-performance envelopes, natural daylighting, high-efficiency mechanical systems, healthy materials, and green components. Built using central “spines,” different-shaped wings, porches, and mechanical rooms, these modular units come in a wide range of price points, from relatively affordable trailer alternatives to state-of-the-art, net-zero-energy,...
Modern Beach House in Truro by ZeroEnergy Design
Planning for the extreme variation in occupancy was an issue the designers dealt with from the start. The home is split into a ˜Living Bar’ and a ˜Sleeping Bar.’ The Sleeping Bar is the expansion module with numerous bedrooms & bathrooms to accommodate the entire family. The Living Bar includes the living and dining areas, as well as a secondary master bedroom – all that the couple needs when the children are away. This programmatic...
Capitol Hill: Pre Civil War House to Carbon Neutrality
This Carbon Neutral House is located just four blocks from the Nation’s Capitol in the heart of Capitol Hill. The modest existing wood stick home dates back to the early 19th century. Although it has been vacant for several years in disrepair, the property is a wonderful opportunity to showcase “DC’s first Carbon Neutral Home.” With strict historical standards, well informed neighbors, tight building conditions, tough existing structural conditions...
LEED Rated PrecisionCraft Log Home
For Mark and Crystal Ryan, building their dream mountain house was synonymous with building what is commonly referred to as a “green” home. This Oregon couple turned to award-winning Mountain Architects and PrecisionCraft Log Homes & Timber Frame to help them design and manufacture a log home that is now in the final certification process to be awarded the LEED Platinum rating. LEED, the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, is a...
Alcoa’s Kawneer Architectural Aluminum Products Enhance Learning in an Environmentally Friendly Way
The Hot Springs Intermediate School, located in Hot Springs, Arkansas, may appear to be an everyday, two-story school. But in taking a closer look at the aluminum, glass and brick building it is apparent that there is much more to the building than meets the eye. Sustainability was a key factor in creating the new school. It was important that the Intermediate School incorporate solutions that help provide a healthy, productive learning environment,...
Visual Arts Centre in Carlow, Ireland
The Visual Centre for Contemporary Art and the George Bernard Shaw Theatre which was constructed by BAM Building, the wholly owned main building contracting division of BAM Contractors. Construction of the €18 million centre began in September 2007. BAM handed over this Terry Pawson designed project in July 2009. Works involved the construction of the 355 seat George Bernard Shaw Theatre, five separate gallery spaces with public and administrative...
The Vale Modern Living by Will Bruder Architects
This cutting edge project created a unique design sensitive community within the urban fabric of Tempe. A perforated landscape of buildings cluster around a courtyard corridor of gardens, patios and amenities. The Vale was a fresh, innovative and creative approach to Modern Urban Living. One that elevated the experience to new heights as owners will be enveloped in world-class modern architecture and quality construction at truly affordable prices. The...
Rainwater H2OG Tanks
The Rainwater H2OG is a modular rainwater storage tank designed for use in tight spaces such as under decks, against houses, or even within walls. Two versions are available: a potable water tank made from virgin food-grade polyethylene, and a non-food-grade tank made with 15 percent recycled content. Each module holds 50 gallons of water that can be used for gardening, irrigation, toilets, laundry, or (with the food-grade tank and after proper filtration)...
New Rhythms for Trespa Perspectives Concept
Trespa International has launched 4 new design concepts for building façades, using Trespa Meteon panels. The new concepts are a part of Trespa Perspectives, the inspirational source of new ideas for architects, designers and specifiers, comprising different architectural elements based on the themes of Rhythm, Depth and Character. All four new concepts fall within the theme of Rhythm. The four new concepts demonstrate how Trespa Meteon panels can...
CertainTeed Ceiling and Insulation Products Reach New Heights in Comcast Center
Towering over the Philadelphia skyline at an amazing 58 stories (975 feet), the city’s new Comcast Center is a high-performance sustainable building, with an abundance of features that will conserve energy and reduce impact on the environment. Designed to receive LEED® certification from the U.S. Green Building Council, Comcast Center uses 40 percent less water than the average office building, and the building’s water fixtures will save more...
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Baltix Recycled and Biobased Content Office Furniture
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