iDesign [OPTIMIZES] resources while promoting sustainability.
Environmental Sustainability
Sustainability and Resource Conservation are integral to iDesign’s solution for each project. We strive to create a safe, energy efficient and healthy environment for our clients. With over 60 years of sustainable combined experience, iDesign’s LEED Accredited Professionals know how to design spaces that inspire great advancements while incorporating health & safety, environmental and economic benefits. Our commitment to green design makes iDesign the ideal firm for clients who desire to build with integrity. With iDesign, your project receives a dedicated design team to assess and champion the use of sustainable strategies throughout the project’s lifecycle and results in long-term building efficiency, durability and longevity.
Sustainability and Resource Conservation are integral to iDesign’s solution for each project. We strive to create a safe, energy efficient and healthy environment for our clients. Environmental awareness is integral and fundamental to our design and creates long-term building efficiency, durability and longevity.
LEED and Sustainable Design Projects
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NSF International- LEED Gold Certification
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Department of Energy | National Nuclear Security Admin. - Kansas City, MO- LEED Gold Certification
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Wayne State University, Chemistry Laboratory- LEED Gold Certification
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County of Los Alamos - Los Alamos, NM
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Airport Basin Site Project- LEED Gold Certification
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Michigan Technological University- LEED Silver Certification
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National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration, Great Lakes Environmental Research Lab- Sustainable Design to Silver Standards (non-submitting)
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International Food Products- Sustainable Design to Silver Standards (non-submitting)
Leading by Example
iDesign leads by incorporating the following strategies into our office operations:
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Recycle Program
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Paper
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Ink & toner cartridges
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Plastics
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Cans, bottles & containers
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Electronics
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CD’s & floppies
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Reduce Paper and Waste
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Print on 2 sides
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Utilize white boards for notations
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Reduce Building Materials
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Open office no additional walls and doors
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Minimalist and functional furnishings
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Reduce General Energy Usage
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Turn down thermostat
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Turn off lighting, when natural light is sufficient
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Smart devices programmed for off-hour shut down
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Limit air conditioning usage to only the most oppressive days for personal comfort only
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Energystar Appliances
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All printers
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All laptops
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Refrigerator
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Air Quality
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No smoking policy
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Natural ventilation
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