Programming, site selection, design, and permitting for a new 27,000 sf marine laboratory with research and teaching laboratories, a marine mammal rehabilitation facility, classrooms, and faculty offices. Photographed by Brian Vanden Brink.
SITE
Use existing stormwater paths
Reduce or eliminate light pollution
Landscape with native plants
Limit or eliminate use of potable water for irrigation
BUILDING
Maximize desirable solar orientation
High performance envelope
Exposed structure to reduce need for finishes
ENERGY
Model and improve energy performance
Provide natural, non-mechanical ventilation
Digital controls on heating system
Provide heat recovery in ventilation system
Maximize daylighting
Exterior sunshades
Solar pre-heat of make-up ventilation air
High performance lighting system
Occupancy sensors for lights
MATERIALS
Provide for storage and collection of recyclables
Use materials with recycled content
Use durable materials and easily maintained finishes
INDOOR AIR QUALITY
Increase ventilation effectiveness
Operable windows
Provide views to outside from most occupied space
