The Greener Facility:
Going Beyond LEED
   Thursday, October 27, 2011
Matt Welander, Theatre Projects Consultants
Katie Oman, LEED AP, Fisher-Dachs Associates
John Shorb, LEED AP, AIA, Opsis Architecture
Denis Blount, ARUP
The Greener Facility
What’s LEED got to do with it?
LEED, follow, or …
Pros and cons of LEED
LEED Brain
The bike rack argument
Greenwashing
LEED and theaters
Do we really need a LEED rating?
LEED EBOM
                              Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance




The Greener Facility: Beyond LEED         LDI 2011
LEED EBOM

    Sustainable Sites
    Water Efficiency
    Energy and Atmosphere
    Materials and Resources
    Indoor Environmental Quality
    Innovation in Operations
    Regional Priority
LEED EBOM
    Measurement & Reporting
    -Water and Energy Performance Measurement
    -Emissions reduction reporting
    -Energy sub-metering
    -Waste auditing

    Policy and Planning
    -Landscape, Hardscape, Pest Management plans
    -Purchasing and Waste Policies
    -Green Cleaning Policies
    -Alternative Commuting Policy
    -Planning for building upgrades & expansion

    Best Practices
    -Commissioning
    -Energy- and water-efficient equipement & practices
    -IAQ best practices
    -Systems control
    -Sustainable site management and design
    -Renewable Energy
    -People-friendly design
Case Study: Seattle Rep

  1) Document Baseline
     What’s being done now?
     How does this affect the bottom line (to ID savings)
     How are we communicating to our patrons about sustainability?


  2) Identify Areas for Improvement
     What can we do to improve?
     How much will it cost?
     What impact will it have?
     Can we leverage any partnerships?


  3) Implement
     Develop Environmental Action Plan
     Harvest Low-hanging Fruit
     Report on progress
Image courtesy Gustafson Guthrie Nichol ltd
Priority: Indoor Environmental Quality
Case Study: Stephen Sondheim Theatre
        Indoor Environmental Quality
        • HVAC system filters out 95% of particulate matter
        • CO2 sensors help deliver 30% more fresh air than code requires
        • Paints, sealants, and adhesives are low VOC
        • Green Label Plus certified carpeting
        • Wood products are low VOC and contain no added urea-
        formaldehyde
        • All furniture is Greenguard Indoor Air Quality Certified
        • Strict construction procedures prevented dust and debris from
        entering the theatre’s ductwork system




The Greener Facility: Beyond LEED        LDI 2011
Case Study: Stephen Sondheim Theatre
         Materials
         • Over 75% of project waste diverted from landfill
         • Blast furnace slag replaces 45% of cement in the structural concrete
         • Wood products FSC certified
         • Sheetrock with high recycled content and mineral fiber acoustic
         ceiling tile is used throughout
         • Lobby Carpeting is 100% wool
         • Seating upholstery is 100% recycled polyester, and is fully recyclable.
         • Drapery fabric is over 50% wool




The Greener Facility: Beyond LEED         LDI 2011
Case Study: Stephen Sondheim Theatre
         Water Conservation
         • Waterless urinals reduce potable water consumption by 1/3
         • Wastewater is reused for flushing toilets

         Energy Efficiency
         • Energy Star equipment and appliances
         • Equipment and systems commissioning




The Greener Facility: Beyond LEED       LDI 2011
Case Study: Gerding Theatre
Case Study: Gerding Theatre
Case Study: Gerding Theatre




 image & info courtesy GBD Architects

The Greener Facility: Beyond LEED       LDI 2011
Case Study: Wolf Trap
Case Study: Wolf Trap
Case Study: Wolf Trap
Pierce College Arts and Allied Health
                    Common Ground
Connection
Approach to Sustainability is
        influenced by…

          Client, Campus Culture,
 Who         Program User Group



         Climate, Specific Site, Slope, Views,
Where       Response to Existing Buildings,
            Native Vegetation


         Program Requirements, Acoustics,
What       Air Quality, Light, Public Access
           Needs, Local Resources & Programs
Program Related Sustainability Drivers
Arts & Allied Health
     Offices          Natural Ventilation
     Lobby
                       & Tempered Air
   Art Studios
     Theatre            Displacement
 Vocal Recital Hall      Ventilation

  Recording Studio
                       Mechanical Air
   Practice Studio
   Computer Labs
    Classrooms
  Offices, Lobby       Radiant Heating
  Project Rooms,         & Cooling
    Art Studios
Classrooms
                   Theater                        Allied Health




                                   Music   Multi-Media
First Floor Plan
Music   Study Rooms             Art Studios




                      Faculty
Bridging
Lobby
Natural Ventilation Modeling

   Step 0: Plan modeling strategy
   How is the building best simulated?
   Identify objectives
   Establish comfort parameters
   Determine acceptable levels of comfort



                                         LEED Comfort Parameters
                                  Temperature            Acceptable Hours
                                                             Annually
                                   75-80 ºF                 150 Hours
                                   80-85 ºF                 50 Hours
                                    >85 ºF                  20 Hours

Arts
Natural Ventilation Modeling
   Lobby Analysis

                                                                                                        567
                    600
                                                                                 485
                                               445
                     500



                     400                                       294



       Hours in Range 300
                                                                              174
                                        101                                                       197
                      200



                      100                                81


                               17                                    24
                           0                     14
                                                                                          29
                               No Shading
                                                E façade Top
                                                   Shading      Sliding doors open
                                 Preliminary                                         Sliding Doors closed

                                                                Revised                                       > 85   80-85   75-80




Arts
Discovery
Theater Arts
Theatre
Music
Touch and Feel
Recital Hall
Reuse
Create
Green Roof
The AAH Building creates something greater than the sum of the individual pieces
Lasting outcomes…

• Began “sustainable” campus
  identity discussion

• Users played an active role in
  sustainability decisions

• Enhanced recycling program in the
  City of Puyallup

• Sustainable landscaping plan
  campus-wide at Ft. Steilacoom

• Development of sustainable curriculum
  in conjunction with other area colleges.
Reed College Performing Arts Building
west perspective
WATZEK SPORTS CENTER



               1
                                                                            GRAY COMMONS




                                                     KAUL AUDITORIUM




                                                               3
                                                     2

                     4       Wintergarden    4
                                                                                       OLD DORM BLOCK
View To West Hills



                                                                   ANNA     LEGEND
                         1                                         MANN

                                                                            1.   Planted Stormwater
                                                                                 Infiltration Basin
                                                                            2.   Hardy Native
                                                                                 Landscaping
                                                                            3.   Existing Tree
                                                                                 Preservation
                                                                            4.   Covered Outdoor
                                                                                 Plazas
                                                              MACNAUGHTON
                                                                            5.   Solar Array
                                                                            6.   Green Roof
                                            FOSTER                          7.   Skylights
WATZEK SPORTS CENTER




                                                                GRAY COMMONS




                                         KAUL AUDITORIUM

Summer Sun Path

                        3


                    6
                                                                           OLD DORM BLOCK
                            7



                                                     ANNA       LEGEND
                                                     MANN

                                                                1.   Planted Stormwater
                                                                     Infiltration Basin
                                                                2.   Hardy Native
                                                                     Landscaping
                                                                3.   Existing Tree
                                                                     Preservation
                                                                4.   Covered Outdoor
                                                                     Plazas
  Winter Sun Path                                 MACNAUGHTON
                                                                5.   Solar Array
                                                                6.   Green Roof
                                FOSTER                          7.   Skylights
east perspective
level 1
West Entry
               East Entry
From Parking
               From Campus
LEGEND

1.   Extensive Green Roof
2.   Roof Terrace
3.   Automated Windows – controlled by mechanical DDC system
4.   Cooling Through Natural Ventilation
5.   Thermal Mass Regulates Temperature Swings
6.   Heated and Chilled Radiant Floor
7.   Louvers at Natural Ventilation Exhaust
8.   Skylights Provide Daylight Throughout Wintergarden
9.   Cantilevered Canopies Shade East/West Sun



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                            9

 view to we
           st   hills
                                   3
       1
                        2
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                                                                                       9
                                           5


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                                                           5
Daylight Analysis
                                                Daylight Factor Averages
                                                1st Floor:     5%
                                                2 nd Floor:    7.3%
                                                3 rd Floor     15%



 SEPT 21, 9AM   SEPT 21, NOON   SEPT 21, 3 PM




 SOUTH WALL
studio theater
level 2
dance studio
Daylight Analysis
DANCE STUDIO


                    9.6% AVERAGE




                    7.4% AVERAGE




JUNE 21
SUMMER SOLSTICE
                    7.0% AVERAGE
CLEAR SKY
RGB



                    7.2% AVERAGE




                    7.3% AVERAGE
blackbox theatre
level 3
music/choral rehearsal
LEGEND

1.   Daylighting
2.   Displacement Ventilation
3.   Acoustic Clouds
4.   Diffusive Acoustic Wood Panels
5.   Floating Floor



        1




                                          3




                       1

                                      4




                 2
                                              5
Going Beyond LEED



Denis Blount, Arup
Arup and Sustainability


Sir Ove Arup founded his practice in London
in 1946 based on a belief in ‘total design’ —
the integration of the design process and the
interdependence of all the professions
involved, the creative nature of engineering,
the value of innovation and the social
purpose of design.

Today we understand this as
a commitment to sustainability.
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81   My Perspective
Technical Disciplines

     • Acoustics                         • Lighting Design
     • Audiovisual Design                • Logistics
     • Bridges                           • Mechanical Engineering
     • CAD/Drafting                      • Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineering
     • Civil Engineering                 • Project Management
     • Controls                          • Risk

     • Commissioning                     • Security Design

     • Electrical Engineering            • Structural Engineering
                                         • Sustainability
     • Environmental Engineering
                                         • Transport Planning
     • Façade Engineering
                                         • Theatre Planning and Design
     • Fire Engineering
                                         • Urban Planning
     • Geotechnical/Tunnel Engineering
                                         • Visualization
     • Information Technology




82   The Arup Perspective
Loads per Building Type
                   Museum                            Residential
                                      Windows                      Windows
                                      Walls                        Walls
                                      Infiltration                 Infiltration
                                      People                       People
                                      Lights                       Lights 
                                      Equipment                    Equipment
                                      Ventilation                  Ventilation

                     Office                             Lab
                                      Windows                      Windows
                                      Walls                        Walls
                                      Infiltration                 Infiltration
                                      People                       People
                                      Lights                       Lights 
                                      Equipment                    Equipment
                                      Ventilation                  Ventilation


83   Sustainable Design for Venues?
Concert for Diana: Carbon Footprint




Sustainable Design for Venues?
Additional Resources




      BS 8901 – Sustainable Event Management   www.greentheatres.org


85   Going Beyond LEED
Project Examples



…for discussion…
Brooklyn College Performing Arts Center

         Program: Performing Arts Center

         Location: Brooklyn, NY

         Client: City University of New York (CUNY)




87   Brooklyn College PAC CFD Analysis
Theatre Rehearsal Room




                                          Theatrical lighting loads at
                                          +18’ in space




     Occupied zone with
     80 people sitting in rafters



88    Brooklyn College PAC CFD Analysis
Theatre Rehearsal Room
         Design challenges:
            Reduce airflow by 50%
            Minimize ductwork size
            - Reduces architectural impact
            - Reduces cost
            - Minimize energy consumption
            Meet air velocity requirements
            No draft on occupants




89   Brooklyn College PAC CFD Analysis
Air Temperature/Flow



Solution: downward
deflection angle of 15°




 90   Brooklyn College PAC CFD Analysis
Air Temperature Plot




                           Volumetric average temperature of occupied zone –
                           74.5 F; meets temperature criteria




91   Brooklyn College PAC CFD Analysis
Takeaways:
         Temperature stratification: design approach that
         is simultaneously practical and energy-efficient
         CFD as a design validation tool




92   Brooklyn College PAC CFD Analysis
93   Load Driven Design – ART NY
Case study: Load driven design
         Design challenges:
             800 amp equipment electrical load and 400 amps for
             mechanical equipment allocated for performance space
             Equipment specification and system design to meet loads
         Solutions
             Distributed dimming
             LED fixtures




        Strand S21 Dimmer Strip    Elation LED Par Zoom MM   ‘Mighty Output’ LED Batten


94   Load Driven Design – ART NY
Going Beyond LEED



Denis Blount, Arup

The greener facility

  • 1.
    The Greener Facility: GoingBeyond LEED Thursday, October 27, 2011
  • 2.
    Matt Welander, TheatreProjects Consultants Katie Oman, LEED AP, Fisher-Dachs Associates John Shorb, LEED AP, AIA, Opsis Architecture Denis Blount, ARUP
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    The Greener Facility What’sLEED got to do with it?
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    The bike rackargument
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    Do we reallyneed a LEED rating?
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    LEED EBOM Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance The Greener Facility: Beyond LEED LDI 2011
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    LEED EBOM Sustainable Sites Water Efficiency Energy and Atmosphere Materials and Resources Indoor Environmental Quality Innovation in Operations Regional Priority
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    LEED EBOM Measurement & Reporting -Water and Energy Performance Measurement -Emissions reduction reporting -Energy sub-metering -Waste auditing Policy and Planning -Landscape, Hardscape, Pest Management plans -Purchasing and Waste Policies -Green Cleaning Policies -Alternative Commuting Policy -Planning for building upgrades & expansion Best Practices -Commissioning -Energy- and water-efficient equipement & practices -IAQ best practices -Systems control -Sustainable site management and design -Renewable Energy -People-friendly design
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    Case Study: SeattleRep 1) Document Baseline What’s being done now? How does this affect the bottom line (to ID savings) How are we communicating to our patrons about sustainability? 2) Identify Areas for Improvement What can we do to improve? How much will it cost? What impact will it have? Can we leverage any partnerships? 3) Implement Develop Environmental Action Plan Harvest Low-hanging Fruit Report on progress
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    Image courtesy GustafsonGuthrie Nichol ltd
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    Case Study: StephenSondheim Theatre Indoor Environmental Quality • HVAC system filters out 95% of particulate matter • CO2 sensors help deliver 30% more fresh air than code requires • Paints, sealants, and adhesives are low VOC • Green Label Plus certified carpeting • Wood products are low VOC and contain no added urea- formaldehyde • All furniture is Greenguard Indoor Air Quality Certified • Strict construction procedures prevented dust and debris from entering the theatre’s ductwork system The Greener Facility: Beyond LEED LDI 2011
  • 22.
    Case Study: StephenSondheim Theatre Materials • Over 75% of project waste diverted from landfill • Blast furnace slag replaces 45% of cement in the structural concrete • Wood products FSC certified • Sheetrock with high recycled content and mineral fiber acoustic ceiling tile is used throughout • Lobby Carpeting is 100% wool • Seating upholstery is 100% recycled polyester, and is fully recyclable. • Drapery fabric is over 50% wool The Greener Facility: Beyond LEED LDI 2011
  • 23.
    Case Study: StephenSondheim Theatre Water Conservation • Waterless urinals reduce potable water consumption by 1/3 • Wastewater is reused for flushing toilets Energy Efficiency • Energy Star equipment and appliances • Equipment and systems commissioning The Greener Facility: Beyond LEED LDI 2011
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    Case Study: GerdingTheatre image & info courtesy GBD Architects The Greener Facility: Beyond LEED LDI 2011
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    Pierce College Artsand Allied Health Common Ground
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    Approach to Sustainabilityis influenced by… Client, Campus Culture, Who Program User Group Climate, Specific Site, Slope, Views, Where Response to Existing Buildings, Native Vegetation Program Requirements, Acoustics, What Air Quality, Light, Public Access Needs, Local Resources & Programs
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    Program Related SustainabilityDrivers Arts & Allied Health Offices Natural Ventilation Lobby & Tempered Air Art Studios Theatre Displacement Vocal Recital Hall Ventilation Recording Studio Mechanical Air Practice Studio Computer Labs Classrooms Offices, Lobby Radiant Heating Project Rooms, & Cooling Art Studios
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    Classrooms Theater Allied Health Music Multi-Media First Floor Plan
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    Music Study Rooms Art Studios Faculty
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    Natural Ventilation Modeling Step 0: Plan modeling strategy How is the building best simulated? Identify objectives Establish comfort parameters Determine acceptable levels of comfort LEED Comfort Parameters Temperature Acceptable Hours Annually 75-80 ºF 150 Hours 80-85 ºF 50 Hours >85 ºF 20 Hours Arts
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    Natural Ventilation Modeling Lobby Analysis 567 600 485 445 500 400 294 Hours in Range 300 174 101 197 200 100 81 17 24 0 14 29 No Shading E façade Top Shading Sliding doors open Preliminary Sliding Doors closed Revised > 85 80-85 75-80 Arts
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    The AAH Buildingcreates something greater than the sum of the individual pieces
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    Lasting outcomes… • Began“sustainable” campus identity discussion • Users played an active role in sustainability decisions • Enhanced recycling program in the City of Puyallup • Sustainable landscaping plan campus-wide at Ft. Steilacoom • Development of sustainable curriculum in conjunction with other area colleges.
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    WATZEK SPORTS CENTER 1 GRAY COMMONS KAUL AUDITORIUM 3 2 4 Wintergarden 4 OLD DORM BLOCK View To West Hills ANNA LEGEND 1 MANN 1. Planted Stormwater Infiltration Basin 2. Hardy Native Landscaping 3. Existing Tree Preservation 4. Covered Outdoor Plazas MACNAUGHTON 5. Solar Array 6. Green Roof FOSTER 7. Skylights
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    WATZEK SPORTS CENTER GRAY COMMONS KAUL AUDITORIUM Summer Sun Path 3 6 OLD DORM BLOCK 7 ANNA LEGEND MANN 1. Planted Stormwater Infiltration Basin 2. Hardy Native Landscaping 3. Existing Tree Preservation 4. Covered Outdoor Plazas Winter Sun Path MACNAUGHTON 5. Solar Array 6. Green Roof FOSTER 7. Skylights
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    West Entry East Entry From Parking From Campus
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    LEGEND 1. Extensive Green Roof 2. Roof Terrace 3. Automated Windows – controlled by mechanical DDC system 4. Cooling Through Natural Ventilation 5. Thermal Mass Regulates Temperature Swings 6. Heated and Chilled Radiant Floor 7. Louvers at Natural Ventilation Exhaust 8. Skylights Provide Daylight Throughout Wintergarden 9. Cantilevered Canopies Shade East/West Sun 8 9 view to we st hills 3 1 2 7 9 5 3 3 4 4 5 6 5
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    Daylight Analysis Daylight Factor Averages 1st Floor:  5% 2 nd Floor: 7.3% 3 rd Floor 15% SEPT 21, 9AM SEPT 21, NOON SEPT 21, 3 PM SOUTH WALL
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    Daylight Analysis DANCE STUDIO 9.6% AVERAGE 7.4% AVERAGE JUNE 21 SUMMER SOLSTICE 7.0% AVERAGE CLEAR SKY RGB 7.2% AVERAGE 7.3% AVERAGE
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    LEGEND 1. Daylighting 2. Displacement Ventilation 3. Acoustic Clouds 4. Diffusive Acoustic Wood Panels 5. Floating Floor 1 3 1 4 2 5
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    Arup and Sustainability SirOve Arup founded his practice in London in 1946 based on a belief in ‘total design’ — the integration of the design process and the interdependence of all the professions involved, the creative nature of engineering, the value of innovation and the social purpose of design. Today we understand this as a commitment to sustainability.
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    ` 81 My Perspective
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    Technical Disciplines • Acoustics • Lighting Design • Audiovisual Design • Logistics • Bridges • Mechanical Engineering • CAD/Drafting • Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineering • Civil Engineering • Project Management • Controls • Risk • Commissioning • Security Design • Electrical Engineering • Structural Engineering • Sustainability • Environmental Engineering • Transport Planning • Façade Engineering • Theatre Planning and Design • Fire Engineering • Urban Planning • Geotechnical/Tunnel Engineering • Visualization • Information Technology 82 The Arup Perspective
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    Loads per BuildingType Museum Residential Windows Windows Walls Walls Infiltration Infiltration People People Lights  Lights  Equipment Equipment Ventilation Ventilation Office Lab Windows Windows Walls Walls Infiltration Infiltration People People Lights  Lights  Equipment Equipment Ventilation Ventilation 83 Sustainable Design for Venues?
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    Concert for Diana:Carbon Footprint Sustainable Design for Venues?
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    Additional Resources BS 8901 – Sustainable Event Management www.greentheatres.org 85 Going Beyond LEED
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    Brooklyn College PerformingArts Center Program: Performing Arts Center Location: Brooklyn, NY Client: City University of New York (CUNY) 87 Brooklyn College PAC CFD Analysis
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    Theatre Rehearsal Room Theatrical lighting loads at +18’ in space Occupied zone with 80 people sitting in rafters 88 Brooklyn College PAC CFD Analysis
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    Theatre Rehearsal Room Design challenges: Reduce airflow by 50% Minimize ductwork size - Reduces architectural impact - Reduces cost - Minimize energy consumption Meet air velocity requirements No draft on occupants 89 Brooklyn College PAC CFD Analysis
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    Air Temperature/Flow Solution: downward deflectionangle of 15° 90 Brooklyn College PAC CFD Analysis
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    Air Temperature Plot Volumetric average temperature of occupied zone – 74.5 F; meets temperature criteria 91 Brooklyn College PAC CFD Analysis
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    Takeaways: Temperature stratification: design approach that is simultaneously practical and energy-efficient CFD as a design validation tool 92 Brooklyn College PAC CFD Analysis
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    93 Load Driven Design – ART NY
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    Case study: Loaddriven design Design challenges: 800 amp equipment electrical load and 400 amps for mechanical equipment allocated for performance space Equipment specification and system design to meet loads Solutions Distributed dimming LED fixtures Strand S21 Dimmer Strip Elation LED Par Zoom MM ‘Mighty Output’ LED Batten 94 Load Driven Design – ART NY
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