The H.L.Turner Group Inc. ~ Architects, Engineers, Building Scientists ~ Copyright 2006 1The Advantage™ Classroom vs. Traditional Classrooms

The H.L.Turner Group Inc. ~ Architects, Engineers, Building Scientists ~ Copyright 2006 2Typical Traditional Classroom

-Concrete blockwalls

-Flat ceiling

-Low efficiencymechanicalsystems

-Limited day-lighting

The H.L.Turner Group Inc. ~ Architects, Engineers, Building Scientists ~ Copyright 2006 3Advantage™ Classroom

-Acoustic comfort

-Increased day-lighting

-Energy efficientbuilding shell

-High performancemechanical systems

-High performanceelectrical

-Superior air quality

-Thermal comfort

-Water efficiency

The H.L.Turner Group Inc. ~ Architects, Engineers, Building Scientists ~ Copyright 2006 4Day-Lighting

-Optimallysizedwindows

-Shadingcoefficientsvary basedonorientation

-Operableforventilation

The H.L.Turner Group Inc. ~ Architects, Engineers, Building Scientists ~ Copyright 2006 5Energy Efficient Systems and Building Shell

-Continuousair infiltrationbarrier

-Highperformanceheatexchangers

The H.L.Turner Group Inc. ~ Architects, Engineers, Building Scientists ~ Copyright 2006 6Water Efficiency

-Low flow fixtures

-Low flush toilets

The H.L.Turner Group Inc. ~ Architects, Engineers, Building Scientists ~ Copyright 2006 7Comfort Control

-Thermostats keep temperatureswithin a comfortable range

-CO2 monitors allow control offresh air in the room

-Motion detectors allow classroomto conserve electricity.

The H.L.Turner Group Inc. ~ Architects, Engineers, Building Scientists ~ Copyright 2006 8Acoustic Comfort

-Large open area under peakedceilings dampen noise reverberation

-Acoustical decking provides additionalsound absorption

-The low-velocity ventilation system isalso very quiet, reducing backgroundnoise.

The H.L.Turner Group Inc. ~ Architects, Engineers, Building Scientists ~ Copyright 2006 9High Performance Electrical Lighting

-Direct/indirect lighting fixtures

-Even, glare-free light

-T-8 lamps and electronic ballasts

-Three lamps per fixtures that can beseparately switched

-Equipment uses 1.1 watts per square foot

The H.L.Turner Group Inc. ~ Architects, Engineers, Building Scientists ~ Copyright 2006 10Displacement Air Ventilation

-Provides 100% fresh air

-Air is filtered down toone micron

-Used air exitsclassroom through vents

The H.L.Turner Group Inc. ~ Architects, Engineers, Building Scientists ~ Copyright 2006 11High Performance HVAC

-Heat is provided by gas-fired boilerswith high efficiency controls-Heat exchangers recover 60-75% ofits heat, which then warms freshincoming air.-During warm seasons, moisture isremoved by dehumidifiers and thenpumped throughout the school.