Zwilling J.A. Henckels US Logistics Center
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals
2017 EDITORIAL CALENDAR SUMMER
NEXT GENERATION
FALL
STRANGER THINGS
EP party at the AIA National Convention.
Check our calendar at the end of this publication and on our website for future event information.
News / Kudos Congratulations to:
Know Someone Who’s Not Getting EP News?
Call for News, Reviews, Events
Studying for the ARE?
ink about how interior lighting will be used by the end user. Oen times the latest and greatest technology is not the right t. Bi-level lighting, for instance, can be a great way to reduce public corridor electric usage, but perhaps not the best application in a workshop or utility room where there can be little movement by sta, especially when making repairs that still require a well-lit space.
As an in-house owner’s rep, I spend a great deal of my time to ensure we reach our carbon reduction goals through really knowing how our heating systems are performing and being designed. Heating systems are complicated, and extremely dependent on the whole building system. If you are designing a high efficiency home, building, or commercial facility, the coordination between the building envelope and the heating and cooling system are extremely intertwined. is may not be news, yet, typically one system is designed by one professional while the other is in another professional’s court. Fully understanding the implications of one, when trying to achieve net zero, passive house, or even high performance properties has to be greatly considered. e closer you size the equipment for actual use, the less user error there will be once the property is in operation. If you allow an operator the opportunity to make more heat, chances are there will be a point in time they will, so don’t give them the opportunity, size the equipment right to begin with based on the building envelope and other systems. Label equipment and pipes as part of the speci cations, and make sure it really gets done. Just because the plumber knows where the VFD heating pump is sending that hot water, does not mean the operator will know, or the operator aer him/her. is seems like such a simple add in to the speci cations, but can increase operational efficiency in the future life. One of the best pieces of advice I have ever gotten, and used, is to take your plumber to lunch and listen to what they know. ey are the ones building these machines, and they know their trade. When designing a building that will include on-site energy generation, it is critical to consider how the systems will be maintained. If the end user does not understand how the cogeneration system is linked to the roof top unit (for example), your expected savings will potentially never be realized, and the technology will not be used again by the client. ese are complex systems, with great potential. Hiring a third party consultant to ensure coordination is thoroughly vetted in the design development phase can increase the coordination between design trades and ensure the on-site energy systems are used to their full potential. ere should be some onus on the designers to ensure, to the best of their ability the systems can be managed upon turn over. ere are some easy items to include that can help you get there; Request the plumber and on site trades provide an as built plumbing, electrical, and riser diagrams upon completion of installation. Include in your speci cations a mandatory onsite training for all eld staff by the contractors.
President Mike Berta, AIA delivering books to the United Way. î‚ťe books were collected at the January chapter meeting book drive.
Albany Advocacy day in Albany took place on May 17 Right: Mike Berta, AIA, Paul Benowitz, AIA, and John Fry, AIA pause for a picture during Lobby Day in Albany
Find out what your colleagues are up to...
Cover of Faith & Form Awards Issue
Jaclyn Tyler, AIA, LEED AP bd+c, working with the youth particpants in the Young Architects program, part of the summer youth and pre-college program at SUNY Purchase.
Jaclyn Tyler, AIA, LEED AP bd+c, working with the youth particpants in the Young Architects program, part of the summer youth & pre-college program at SUNY Purchase.
Jaclyn Tyler, AIA, LEED AP bd+c, working with a colleague in the oďŹƒce
From roof to table. Vegetated roof systems evolve to vegetable gardens. (www.plan4health.usa)
Vegetated roof forms merge with architecture to become active building components. (www. oridaplanning.org)
Active tness equipment grows up. Park play equipment no longer just for children. (www.plan4health.usa)
Vegetated roof areas become active work/food system opportunities and aesthetic/active sustainable features. (Image courtesy of Delaware HEAL Coalition.)
• • • •
•
•
•
•
‘What represents a healthy community in our region?’ Identify obstacles to creating healthy communities Case Studies of healthy communities identifying achievable elements relevant to our region Expand the collective vocabulary … such as “how architects can address access to healthy food sources” Expand awareness of growing resources … ‘AIA’s Design & Health Research Consortium’, ‘Center for Active Design’, ULI’s ‘Building Healthy Places Tool kit’, ‘Fitwell’, Enterprise Green Communities’ & APA’s Plan4Health expanded roster of supporting resource links.
Encourage cross-sector discussions and partnerships across a variety of professions. Create a ‘Tool Kit’ to share information, resources and initiatives towards
•
increasing a community’s ability to create healthier environments. Gather information and feedback from Round Table participants which may further contribute to expanding goals, realizing opportunities and discovering creative solutions. Cra a ‘Next Step’ agenda which re ects stake holders concerns and desires to achieve healthier communities.
Active design and sustainable means and methods are comprehensively integrated in the Mosholu Golf Course Driving Range Golf Complex. (Ken Smith Workshop LA in conjunction with Grimshaw Architects)
Above and Leî„— Top: Exterior views of PSACII from tour in February 2016
Participants from the tour in February 2016 from le to right: Jaclyn Tyler, AIA, Nick Viazzo, AIA, Jason Taylor, AIA, Herb Fuernstein, AIA, Sanjay Effs, Associate AIA, Noelia, Nic Mariscal, Associate AIA, Nathanael Morejon, Associate AIA
Proudly Supports A.I.A.Westchester+Hudson Valley
Concrete Block Retaining Wall Systems Split Face Block Concrete Pavers Face Brick & Brick Pavers Westbrook Ground Face Block Eldorado Stone Bluestone Fireplace Products Masonry Reinforcing & Tools Masonry Cleaners & Sealers Gravel, Sand, Fill, Bank Run, & Item 4
(800) 724-8460 We locally manufacture sustainable concrete masonry products. Providing quality products and service for 25 years!
Don’t wait - Get your printed version today