Sustainable Features:
Site
Vernacular Site Design resulted in limited site disturbance – minimum 25% open space
The historic significance of surrounding battlefield challenged the design team to locate the building and site improvement to reduce the environmental impact on the 45 acre site, containing streams, rock outcropping and wetlands
Building
Energy star white roof to reduce the heat island effect
Underground storm water storage facility, bioswales to reduce the site improvements to less than predevelopment
Low flow toilets/urinals/faucets reduced water consumption over 30%
A geothermal mechanical system, efficient exterior building envelope and aggressive lighting efficiency reduced energy consumption over 30%
Construction waste – diverted over 75% of the construction waste from landfills
Procured regional materials within 500 mile radius of Gettysburg
Procured materials achieving a recycled content exceeding 10%
Indoor air quality enhanced by the following (EQ 3, 4, 5):
- CO2 monitoring of HVAC equipment
- Ultra high filtering of air flow
- Low emitting materials and paints, carpeting and adhesives
Energy Source – purchasing green power
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To discuss how Kinsley can make your next sustainable project a success, please contact:
Steve Schrum, P.E., LEED AP
Vice President
410-453-6702
"Creating new approaches to meet customer challenges is one of the most rewarding aspects of my job, and I feel success as a leader when I help others on the team to grow." |
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“We are appreciative of the attention to detail, schedule, the excellent level of quality and the ongoing level of attention that Kinsley offers for post-construction support, warranty issues and management of the state and local regulatory agency issues.”
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