Efficiently Green:
Multi-Function Products & Systems
The spirit and intent of sustainable design and high-performing buildings reaches beyond specific credit definitions within green rating systems. Real benefit is extended to projects incorporating products and systems with multiple functions. They may be designed based on an obvious trait, yet they provide other functionality than can eliminate otherwise needed material systems thereby reducing cost, material consumption, and environmental impact.
We'll discuss products and systems that not only contribute to LEED® and other rating systems as given elsewhere in this section, but also offer great efficiency, flexibility, economy, and safety benefit.
Life Cycle Benefits
Long-life, durable, low-maintenance materials that are completely recyclable.
Life Safety Benefits
Build a structure that doesn't burn, explode, or off-gas toxins should disaster strike.
Low Embodied Energy
Low impact, low embodied energy products.
Creatively Modular
Flexibility and creativity in design and construction, while reducing waste.
Material Efficiency
Inherently efficient systems reduce multi-layered, multi-trade alternatives.
Designing for Resilience
