Architectural Design-Building planning to maximize daylight and views, incorporation of sustainable systems into an overall design aesthetic, building envelope design to maximize energy efficiency, non-toxic material selection, recycled content and rapidly renewable material selection, and coordination of an integrated design process.
Alternative Energy Systems-Solar thermal heating system design, including the latest in evacuated heat tube technology, photovoltaic system design for on-site electrical generation, geothermal heat pump system design for building heating and cooling, wind power, biomass heating, and natural ventilation systems.
Engineering- Energy recovery, direct digital controls system design for efficient operation and monitoring of heating and cooling systems, low-flow and waterless fixture incorporation, and grey water plumbing system design. Lighting design for maximum efficiency, incorporating occupancy and daylighting sensors for energy-saving operation.
Site Design -Building siting to reduce disruption of existing habitats, green roofs, bioretention stormwater purification system design, alternative paving systems to reduce stormwater runoff, and expertise in native plant selection and low-maintenace landscaping.
