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C o n t e n t S 20 Oberlin College’s Adam Joseph Lewis Center early Adopter Thousands of building professionals, educators and students have toured the facility during its 10 years of operation, gaining a new perspective on the possibilities of sustainable design. Solar panels produce slightly more energy than the building consumes and an internal wastewater treatment system recycles 90% of water used in the building. Landscaping restores forested areas and a wetland ecosystem to the site, while a fruit orchard and kitchen garden provide organic produce. 36 Dell Children’s Medical Center Healing environment Designers sought to create a sustainable and healthy setting by incorporating ample daylight, low-emitting interior materials and a combined cooling and heating power plant that recovers waste heat. Despite a 3%–4% cost premium for the hospital’s sustainable features, construction costs remained within a typical range for new hospital construction in Texas. The nursing turnover rate during the hospital’s first year of operation was lower than average, saving staff training costs, and the average patient length of stay has decreased. 6 Portland State’s Shattuck Hall Sustainable Foundations Originally built as an elementary school in 1915, Shattuck Hall now provides a learning laboratory for architecture students. An $11.7 million renovation boosted energy performance with the addition of radiant ceiling panels and daylighting. Flexible spaces expanded the building’s functions without increasing its size or renovation budget. The design team left building systems such as ductwork and concrete columns exposed to serve as teaching tools for students. 4 HigH Performing Buildings Winter 2011

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High Performing Buildings - Winter 2011
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Portland State's Shattuck Hall
Oberlin College's Adam Joseph Lewis Center
Dell Children's Medical Center
CMTA Office Building
EPA Region 8 Headquarters
Honda's East Liberty, Marysville Auto Plants
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High Performing Buildings - Winter 2011