PROJECT INFO

• Building Type: Commercial office building
• Architect: Miller Hull Partnership
• Owner: Bullitt Foundation
• Size: 51,000 square feet
• Cost: Confidential

Special Features

Net Zero Energy

• Predicted EU I (Energy Use Index) rating of 16kbtu/sf/yr will place the Bullitt Center among the most energy-efficient buildings in the nation.
• 245kW photovoltaic array
• Geothermal system will harvest energy from the earth to provide efficient heating and cooling
• Radiant floor heating and cooling system
• 80% effective heat recovery ventilation
• Reduced 'plug loads'

Net Zero Water

• 50,000 gallon cistern for rainwater harvesting
• Greywater reclamation
• Composting, foam flush toilets
• Rainwater filtration for potable uses (pending city permit)
• Green roof and constructed wetland

 

Media Coverage

• The Los Angeles Times
• The Seattle Times
• The Guardian (UK)

SUSTAINABLE DESIGN ELEMENTS

Pursuing:

Living Building status

Net Zero Energy

Net Zero Water

Architecture 2030

 

PAE ROLE

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Energy Modeling

Commissioning

Architectural Lighting Design (via Luma Lighting Design)