Seven Generations Office Park
3221 Eastbrooke Drive - Fort Collins, CO 80525
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Susan McFaddin, OwnerFiled Under:
92% efficient condensing boilers, Avonite countertops, bike path, clerestory, dual flush torlets, LEED-CS Platinum, low VOC paints, pint urinals, PV water faucets, recycled materials, recycling, showers, Solar Panels, Solarban glazing, Underfloor Air, United StatesCertifications and awards
Certifications:
LEED-NC platinum
LEED-EB registered
ENERGY STAR
Energy
Energy use and generation:
On-site generation: solar/photovoltaics
Windows - ENERGY STAR rated
Insulation meets current building code
Superior Insulation - (i.e. cellulose or formaldehyde free)
Carbon offsets or Green Tags purchased
Renewable power purchased
Building ENERGY STAR rating 80-99
Enhanced, ongoing energy metering and monitoring or commissioning
Energy sub-metering within tenant spaces
Energy costs paid by tenants to encourage conservation
Space heating and cooling:
Zero use of CFC-based refrigerants in HVAC&R systems
Installed zoned, hydronic, radiant heating
User-controlled thermostats
Appliances and equipment:
ENERGY STAR-rated equipment and appliances
Lighting:
Energy efficient lighting fixtures
Energy efficient bulbs
Use of LEDs
Skylights or other daylighting features
Daylighting sensor controls
Motion sensor controls
Exterior light pollution reduction
Water
Indoor water use:
Low-flow toilets
Aerators on sinks or shower heads
Water heating:
On-demand tankless water heating
Surface water management:
Downspouts disconnected
Building surroundings
Nearby amenities:
Community resources (i.e. library) nearby
Services (i.e. grocery store) nearby
Public transit nearby
Bike lanes/path nearby
Park/open space/wildlife area nearby
Landscaping:
No use of invasive plants
Limited or no use of grass or turf
Use of drought tolerant plants
Use of native plants
Non-toxic pest control
Use of shade trees
Water efficient irrigation system
Building materials
Interior finishes:
Low/No VOC interior paint
Low/No VOC adhesives or solvents
Low/No VOC water-based wood finishes
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)-certified wood
Rapidly renewable materials (i.e. bamboo, cork)
Recycled content or salvaged interior finishes (i.e., glass)
Natural flooring (i.e. linoleum, Marmoleum)
Recycled content in carpet or cushions
Exterior finishes:
High-performance window glazing
Design and construction planning:
Minimized use of materials during construction
Recycled greater than 50% of construction waste
Use of salvaged materials within property
Use of recycled-content materials
Operations
Shared resources:
Easily accessible and secure bike racks/storage and changing area
Preferred parking or plug ins for low-emitting, fuel efficient OR alternative fuel vehicles
Waste, recycling and composting::
Waste reduction management program
Occupant recycling greater than 30% of total waste
Composts yard debris on or off site
Indoor environmental quality:
Timer/automatic controls for bathroom exhaust fans
Non-toxic/sustainable cleaning practices and products
Permanent walk-off mats OR shoe storage OR central vacuum
Education for building managers:
Building Manager's manual and/or walkthrough on green features
Education for tenants:
Occupant's manual and/or walkthrough on green features
Other green features
Other innovative green features:
Seven Generation is a building that teaches through signage and collaboration with the Colorado State University's Institute for the Built Environment.
We used low VOC paints on the exterior as well as the interior of the building.
We received a variance from the City to lower the light levels on our parking lots because they are concrete instead of asphalt and therefore the optics in your eyes adjust better.
Short Description:
Seven Generations is the first LEED Platinum building in Northern Colorado! It was designed to be very energy efficient (Designed to Energy Star 95), water efficient (uses 43% less indoor water and 86% less landscaping water). 90% of the construction waste was recycled. Solar PV and GreenE provide the electricity and the building is designed to for more solar. GreenE certificates provide the remainder. An underfloor air distribution system provide for a healthier environment as well as saving on utilities. Clerestory windows and 10-17 foot ceilings provide ambient light and a highly productive work space. Finishes include low VOC paints, marmoleum floors, recycled tiles. Plumbine fixtures include an inline water heater, 92% condensing boilers, PV water faucets, dual-flush toilets, "pint" urinals.
Expected occupancy date:
September, 2008- December, 2009
Property type(s):
Office
Other property use:
Medical, Renewable Energy, Engineering, Computer
Rentable property type(s):
Office
Amenities:
On-site parking - outdoor
On-site bike parking - outdoor
Access to public transport
Wheelchair access
Other amenities:
Hybrid parking, showers, bike path, park, "3rd space" courtyard with boulders and seating area
Class of Space:
A
Building size:
One 10,000 sq ft, one 36,000 and one 10000 with partial 5400 leasable
Rentable square footage:
9750, 34800, 9750
Pictures of the Property:
Seven Generations is the first LEED Platinum building in Northern Colorado! It was designed to be very energy efficient (Designed to Energy Star 95), water efficient (uses 43% less indoor water and 86% less landscaping water). 90% of the construction waste was recycled. Solar PV and GreenE provide the electricity and the building is designed to for more solar. GreenE certificates provide the remainder. An underfloor air distribution system provide for a healthier environment as well as saving on utilities. Clerestory windows and 10-17 foot ceilings provide ambient light and a highly productive work space. Finishes include low VOC paints, marmoleum floors, recycled tiles. Plumbine fixtures include an inline water heater, 92% condensing boilers, PV water faucets, dual-flush toilets, "pint" urinals.
First occupant of Seven Generations Bldg A
Big Grins, a pediatric dental office, is now in and comfortable at the new Seven Generations building on Eastbrook. We love it! The many windows and excellent floor cooling system makes the atmosphere comfortable and fresh. Our patient families have also responded positively to the new space as well as our efforts to 'go green.' I feel this has been an excellent choice for our new office that will please for years to come. By the way, we used to pay $500 a month electric on our half of a 5500 sq ft building; last month at Seven Gen, the bill was $250 on 4000+ sq ft. Hurray! I can wait for the year end tax deductions. Greg