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Address: New York City
Architect: Beyer Blinder Belle Architects and Planners
Owner: City of New York
PROJECT SUMMARY
Completed in 1812, this is one of the oldest government buildings in continuous use in the United States. The building houses the offices of the Mayor, the City Council Chamber, the office of the City Council, and those of the Art Commission. The City Hall Renovation project endeavors to take the existing, current projects and transform them into a single, holistic campaign of infrastructure, sustainability, renovation and life safety upgrades.
YRG SERVICES
- Comprehensive sustainability guidelines
- Preliminary report of design and renovation recommendations
- Green design technical assistance
STRATEGIES AND RESULTS
- Envelope upgrade
- Mechanical system upgrade to reduce energy use by 20%
- Improved indoor air quality
- Energy Star equipment
- Roof mounted photovoltaic panels
- Low wattage lights with controls and daylight sensors
- Stormwater collection and reuse
- Low emitting finishes and materials
- Local and sustainable building materials
- Protection of air quality during construction
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