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Arquitectonica takes a fresh approach to new headquarters
Architect: Alfonso Jurado, Arquitectonica
Sarasota Herald-Tribune, June 2008
"The air-handling unit pipes the air under the floor at a slightly lower temperature than it would if it were being distributed overhead, and equates to a savings in energy costs because you don't have to cool the air as much," explains Jurado
Designing Light and Air
Architect: Rick Cook, Cook+Fox
Newsweek, March 2008
"What makes the Bank of America Tower sustainable? It will save about half the energy that most buildings its size would use. We've created naturally lit environments, and fresh air of as high a quality as possible, with underfloor air-delivery systems so people can control the air at their workstations."
Good Sense: Underfloor air distribution is gaining popularity in today's built environment
Architect: R. Stephen Spinazzola, P.E., Vice President, Applied Technology Group, RTKL
Consulting-Specifying Engineer, January 2007
This article covers many aspects of UFAD: comfort, cost, IAQ, flexibility, etc. Please see full article for testimonials on the benefits of UFAD.
Feature on William McDonough
Architect: William McDonough + Partners
Today's Facility Manager Magazine June 2003
“Our use of raised floors on a large scale is a real serious idea. We’re seeing raised flooring as the standard in Silicon Valley. It allows us to use nighttime air, so everybody has fresh air. It’s a marvelous thing.”
3 Case Studies for Improved IAQ
Architect: The Design Alliance
Environmental Design + Construction Magazine January 2001 - Martin Powell, Principal
“Not only did the system allow the designers to go with an 11’ 6” ceiling for improved day-lighting…but it also reduced ductwork, and most importantly for Powell, reduced the amount of money spent on office reorganization.”
Feature on William McDonough
Architect: Gensler
Today's Facility Manager Magazine June 2003
“As designer of the first large scale U.S. office building to use underfloor air systems, Gensler has been at the forefront of the movement for responsible design that considers the impact of decisions today on our lives tomorrow. And a sustainable approach produces the business results that matter for our clients: Reduced energy and operating costs, Improved image and marketing advantages, enhanced workplace performance and quality of life.”
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Architect: Alfonso Jurado, Arquitectonica
Sarasota Herald-Tribune, June 2008
"The air-handling unit pipes the air under the floor at a slightly lower temperature than it would if it were being distributed overhead, and equates to a savings in energy costs because you don't have to cool the air as much," explains Jurado
Designing Light and Air
Architect: Rick Cook, Cook+Fox
Newsweek, March 2008
"What makes the Bank of America Tower sustainable? It will save about half the energy that most buildings its size would use. We've created naturally lit environments, and fresh air of as high a quality as possible, with underfloor air-delivery systems so people can control the air at their workstations."
Good Sense: Underfloor air distribution is gaining popularity in today's built environment
Architect: R. Stephen Spinazzola, P.E., Vice President, Applied Technology Group, RTKL
Consulting-Specifying Engineer, January 2007
This article covers many aspects of UFAD: comfort, cost, IAQ, flexibility, etc. Please see full article for testimonials on the benefits of UFAD.
Feature on William McDonough
Architect: William McDonough + Partners
Today's Facility Manager Magazine June 2003
“Our use of raised floors on a large scale is a real serious idea. We’re seeing raised flooring as the standard in Silicon Valley. It allows us to use nighttime air, so everybody has fresh air. It’s a marvelous thing.”
3 Case Studies for Improved IAQ
Architect: The Design Alliance
Environmental Design + Construction Magazine January 2001 - Martin Powell, Principal
“Not only did the system allow the designers to go with an 11’ 6” ceiling for improved day-lighting…but it also reduced ductwork, and most importantly for Powell, reduced the amount of money spent on office reorganization.”
Feature on William McDonough
Architect: Gensler
Today's Facility Manager Magazine June 2003
“As designer of the first large scale U.S. office building to use underfloor air systems, Gensler has been at the forefront of the movement for responsible design that considers the impact of decisions today on our lives tomorrow. And a sustainable approach produces the business results that matter for our clients: Reduced energy and operating costs, Improved image and marketing advantages, enhanced workplace performance and quality of life.”
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