The US Green Building Council has awarded its LEED Gold certification to the central library of Vanderbilt University. Around 30,000 sq. ft of the total area covered by the central library was renovated at a cost of $6 million. The renovation was designed by Nashville Architects.
Features of the newly renovated building that were recognized for the purpose of the certification were installation of 30% more efficient lights, recycling containers in 25 locations across the building, use of daylight harvesting and natural lighting, high efficiency variable flow refrigerant HVAC mechanical system, Encelium lighting control system, dual flush/low toilets and low faucet fixtures, 10% usage of recycled furniture, and recycling of up to 80% of waste arising from demolition of the building. The building’s connectivity was also recognized due to its proximity to a residential area and 10 other basic services. It is also quarter of a mile away from two bus routes.
The central library consists of grand reading rooms, new classrooms, large study areas, large multi-purpose area, café and galleries along with interactive exhibits.
A formal celebration for receiving the certification will be held in the fourth floor lobby of the central library in which university architects, Office of Sustainability and Environmental Management, Vanderbilt Student Government and Students Promoting Environmental Awareness and Responsibility have been invited to participate.
Source: http://www.vanderbilt.edu