Photo courtesy of Lara Swimmer
Washington State Department of Enterprise Services, Newhouse Office Building Replacement
Olympia, WA
Business Type
Government office building replacement
Size
65,000 square feet
Architect
The Miller Hull Partnership
Certifications
- LEED Platinum
Project Categories
Government
The Newhouse Building at the capitol campus in Olympia, Washington was originally constructed in 1934 and had deteriorated greatly. The new construction replaces the former building with a modernized, reimagined building that honors the surrounding architectural styles, sustainability aims, ecology, and history.
Special Features
Materials like state-sourced timber and salvaged Douglas Fir help decrease carbon emissions and honor the landscape.
Natural ventilation and skylights with extensive daylighting help support net-zero readiness.
Finishes free of harmful “red list” chemicals for better indoor health.
Double-glazed and highly-insulated walls and roofs help keep a consistent temperature inside for lower energy usage and higher occupant comfort.
Efficient all electric HVAC systems eliminate the need for fossil fuels and reduce energy demands/cost by up to 45% compared to baseline.
