Addition and renovations to a 1903 historic residence creating Wellesley College's new Admission Office housing offices, conference facilities, application receiving and processing areas, and a welcoming/information space with integrated audio/visual systems. Photographed by Peter Vanderwarker.
SITE
Limit site disturbance
Minimize development footprint
Minimize impervious surfaces
Reduce or eliminate increase in runoff
Utilize existing stormwater paths
Reduce light pollution
BUILDING
High performance envelope
ENERGY
Provide natural, non-mechanical ventilation
Digital controls on heating system
Provide heat recovery ventilation system
Maximize daylighting
High performance lighting system
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
Use low VOC materials
Operable windows
Provide views to outside from most occupied spaces
