Rendering
Courtesy of MGE Architects |
University
of Miami Robert and Judi Prokop Newman Alumni Center,
Coral Gables, Florida
Architects
Michael Dennis & Associates/Boston, Massachusetts
and
MGE Architects/Miami, Florida
Owner
University of Miami/Coral Gables, Florida
Size/Cost
67,000 sf$10 million
TLC Services
MEP/FP/LEED Consulting/Energy Modeling
Registered
for USGBC LEED-NC 2.2
The
Robert and Judi Prokop Newman Alumni Center will leave
a light ecological footprint. High efficiency water and
power systems, lots of natural lighting, and recycled
or renewable construction materials make the four-story
building a model of sustainability. Early in design, TLC
engineers created an energy model that allowed them to
determine the most effective energy-saving strategies.
These included using sensor-operated faucets and low-flow
toilets and urinals for a projected 30% reduction in water
use. The HVAC equipment employs high efficiency fans and
motors to produce similar savings. Lighting controls,
occupancy sensors, dimmer switches and skylights will
help reduce power use and energy costs while strategic
positioning of the outside light fixtures will lessen
light pollution.
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