January
20, 2012, (Bainbridge Island, WA) – Bainbridge Island
development firm, Asani, along with PHC Construction and Coates DesignArchitects announced today that it has been awarded LEED® Gold Certification
for their joint renovation project of the Granero Office Building, which houses
their offices. This light-filled office building
was once a municipal storage shed built in the 1950s. Its transformation from
an eyesore to a superior office environment demonstrates the effectiveness of
the Asani/PHC/Coates Design collaboration and their commitment to sustainability.
Featuring natural light and a community feel, the former truck maintenance
and storage facility is designed and built to LEED Gold standards. The
building was completed in 2009 and is Kitsap County’s first LEED Gold certified
office building.
“We are delighted that we were able to
participate in the strategic direction, construction, and now the occupancy of
this impressive commercial space. Our people really enjoy the open airy feel
and collaborative work environment that was created here,” said Marty
Sievertson, Owner and President of PHC Construction.
The Granero Office Building achieved
LEED certification for reduced energy use, exterior lighting shades to reduce
light pollution, extremely low-flow water fixtures and over 50% recycled construction
material; as well as incorporating a variety of other sustainable strategies
including its close proximity to the Bainbridge Island ferry terminal and bus
routes offering alternative commuting options, and zero landscaping irrigation
through planting of native, drought-resistant plants. By using less energy and water, LEED certified
buildings save money for families, businesses and taxpayers; reduce greenhouse
gas emissions; and contribute to a healthier environment for residents, workers
and the larger community.
“The green building movement
offers an unprecedented opportunity to respond to the most-important challenges
of our time, including global climate change, dependence on non-sustainable and
expensive sources of energy and threats to human health,” said Rick Fedrizzi, President, CEO & Founding Chair, U.S.
Green Building Council.
LEED certification of the Granero
Office Building was based on a number of green design and construction features
that positively impact the building itself and the broader community. These
features include:
· Close
proximity to the Bainbridge Island ferry and bus routes for alternative
commuting options.
· All
exterior lights have shades to decrease light-pollution.
· All
interior lights are on timers or occupancy sensors.
· No
landscaping irrigation, all species are native and drought tolerant.
· Extremely
low-flow water fixtures, including waterless urinals and dual flush toilets.
· Green
power purchased for the building offsets energy usage 100% for two years.
· Over
50% of the building was reused – the building was originally an old metal shed
barn.
· FSC
wood used for the majority of the framing.
· Achieved
above with a 95% recycling rate on all construction debris
· More
than 20% of the construction materials were locally and regionally extracted
and manufactured.
· All
paints, coatings, adhesives and sealants are Low or No VOC
· All
composite wood is Urea-formaldehyde free
· Daylight
is in 75% of the spaces
· There
are exterior views from 90% of the seated spaces in the office.
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Asani
Development
Asani Development
is a Bainbridge Island based development and property investment company
focused on sustainable developments that enhance communities. Other projects
include Vineyard Lane, Island Gateway, and the exciting new Grow Community.
Coates
Design Architects
Coates Design Architects focuses on
environmentally responsible architecture through striking regenerative design
and education.
www.coatesdesign.com
PHC Construction
PHC
Construction is an owner-managed construction company on Bainbridge Island and has
built a number of exceptional projects that
strengthen communities and contribute to sustainable development.
