The White Rock Operations Building, completed in spring 2003, was designed as a green building, through the fundamentals of an integrated design approach. The City, as a Client, was fundamental in setting the direction and objective of a “deep green” development. The new facility, used primarily as a base for public works and engineering staff, was actually the redevelopment of a site of an old sewage treatment facility. Using LEEDTM as a guide to sustainable building design, the design team was able to improve air quality; enhance liveability; use renewable energy along with conserving it; implement water and storm water strategies that meet best management practices; and reduce solid waste.
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