The Center for Architecture won the U.S. Green Building’ Council’s LEED Platinum certification, for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. It is the first such center to earn LEED Platinum honors, which is the highest level of energy and environmental efficiency.
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The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is a 501 c3 non-profit organization committed to a prosperous and sustainable future. In its official website USGBC asserts that Buildings in the United States are responsible for 39% of CO2 emissions, 40% of energy consumption, 13% water consumption and 15% of GDP per year, making green building a source of significant economic and environmental opportunity.
Holst Architecture designed the project to meet AIA’s 2030 Challenge around reducing carbon emissions, using photovoltaic panels and carbon offsets. The 10,000 square foot project involved the renovation of a brick building first constructed more than 120 years ago. Other features include rainwater harvesting for use in sewage and irrigation, operable windows, roof turbines, energy efficient lighting and furnishings selected for their recycled content.
