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Sustainable Overview- Located on a previously developed urban site within a half-mile of a residential neighborhood
- Site offers easy access to many walking-distance bus stops and lines near the school
- Proximity of residential neighborhood encourages students to walk and ride bicycles, with the provision of ample bike racks and dedicated walking and bike paths
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Energy & Atmosphere- Building and landscape design reduce the heat island effect
- Natural canopies, such as live oaks and architectural canopies, provide shade throughout the site, reducing overall heat gain and creating pleasant exterior areas and pathways
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Materials & Resources- Selection of adequate roof materials and roof gardens that reduce heat absorption
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Indoor Environmental Air Quality- Windows and curtain walls strategically introduce daylight and views into the regularly occupied areas
- Low-emitting and sound-absorbing materials enhance the quality and cleanness of indoor air and acoustical performance
