"Deep green" renovation of an existing commercial building in downtown Portland. The lower level houses the owner's architectural office. An energy efficient loft apartment was created on the upper level. The loft received LEED® Home Platinum certification. The building features a solar collector and a vegetated roof. Photographed by James Salomon and Peter Vanderwarker.
SITE
Minimize development footprint
Choose sites that are already disturbed
Minimize impervious surfaces - vegetated roof
Reduce or eliminate increase in runoff
Reduce or eliminate light pollution
Increase water use efficiency
BUILDING
High performance envelope
Test integrity of envelope
ENERGY
Efficient radiant heating system
Reduce or eliminate use of CFCs in HVAC and refrigeration equipment
Model and improve energy performance
Provide natural, non-mechanical ventilation
Provide heat recovery in ventilation system
Use renewable energy (photovoltaics)
Maximize daylighting
MATERIALS
Provide for storage and collection of recyclables
Reuse an existing building
Use materials with recycled content
Use durable materials and easily maintained finishes
Use sustainably harvested wood
INDOOR AIR QUALITY
Increase ventilation effectiveness
Use low VOC materials
Operable windows
