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BniM is one of the most significant design firms working to redefine practice in the realm of green architecture

today. as early pioneers in the arena of sustainable design, BniM continues to shape the national and global

agenda for responsible architecture and design excellence. established in 1970, the firm has emerged nationally

as a leading resource for established methodologies, innovative technologies and cutting-edge research

in architecture, planning, landscape and workplace design. Our process is deeply rooted in the concept of

integration, where clients and collaborators work together to create buildings and spaces that embrace the

triple Bottom Line—a balance of people, planet and prosperity.

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internal Revenue service Kansas City Campus - LeeD Certified

the Omega Center for sustainable Design, currently seeking LeeD Platinum and Living Building Certification.

Omega Center for sustainable Living First LeeD Platinum + Living Building


BniM has made sustainability a way of life by thoughtfully considering

the generations that follow. as major contributors to the development

of the U s green Building Council (UsBgC), members of BniM were

key in authoring the LeeD guidelines that have become the standard

rating system for sustainable projects today. BniM served on the

Board and on the technical advisory groups for LeeD version 1.0, 2.0,

2.1 and 2.2. in LeeD 1.0, the firm had two pilot projects: the Montana state

University ePiCenter and Canyon Forest Village. it was from the MsU

project that the Regional Materials points for LeeD were developed.

as leaders in the national sustainable design movement, we have

the expertise, tools and strategies needed to evaluate LeeD, energy

performance and building behavior. We have analyzed every LeeD

point at some time in our design and consulting work, always focusing

on cost and value for our clients. Our commitment to sustainability is

embedded in every aspect of our work, every layer of design. it is an

integral part of the way we collaborate and design every project, and

it is a philosophy shared with our clients and consultants.

BniM is currently involved in the design of several projects that

share a common goal to exceed LeeD Platinum and meet the Living

Building standards developed by the Cascadia Chapter of the UsgBC

and the international Living Building institute. all of these projects

are designed to meet net zero energy use. the original concept of

the Living Building grew out of a research project that BniM led in

collaboration with Montana state University and nist in the late 1990s

and was further defined and analyzed in 2001 through a subsequent

BniM project for the David and Lucile Packard Foundation in Los altos,

California. these buildings, developments and campuses aim to move

beyond the current concepts of sustainable design to become catalysts

for restorative design, where buildings act as natural systems within the

ecology of their respective sites.Omega Center for sustainable Living, LeeD Platinum + Living Building

name Rating system status LOCatiOn ROLe

Omega Center for sustainable Living Platinum nC 2.1 Certified Rhinebeck, nY Design Firm

1608 tennessee Platinum LeeD for homes 1.0 Certified new Orleans, La Design Firm

1735 Deslonde Platinum LeeD for homes 1.1 Certified new Orleans, La Design Firm

1714 tennessee Platinum LeeD for homes 1.2 Certified new Orleans, La Design Firm

1614 Reynes Platinum LeeD for homes 1.3 Certified new Orleans, La Design Firm

1817 Reynes Platinum LeeD for homes 1.4 Certified new Orleans, La Design Firm

Lewis & Clark state Office Building Platinum nC 2.0 Certified Jefferson City, MO Design Firm

heifer international headquarters Platinum nC 2.0 Certified Little Rock, aR sustainable Consultant

greensburg Business incubator Platinum nC 2.2 Certified greensburg, Ks Design Firm

greensburg Bti - John Deere Platinum nC 2.2 Certified greensburg, Ks sustainable Consultant

school of nursing and student Community Center gold nC 2.1 Certified houston, tX Design Firm

Je Dunn headquarters gold nC 2.2 Certified Kansas City, MO Design Firm

Kansas City Power & Light headquarters gold Ci 2.0 Certified Kansas City, MO Design Firm

applebee’s Restaurant support Center silver nC 2.2 Certified Lenexa, Ks Design Firm

Whitaker Office Building silver nC 2.0 Certified savannah, ga sustainable Consultant

abercorn Commons silver Cs 2.1 Pilot Certified savannah, ga sustainable Consultant

Restaurant at abercorn Commons silver Cs 2.1 Pilot Certified savannah, ga sustainable Consultant

Bartle hall Conference Center, Renovation & expansion silver Cs 2.1 Certified Kansas City, MO sustainable Consultant

internal Revenue service, Kansas City Campus Certified nC 2.1 Certified Kansas City, MO Design Firm


name Rating system status LOCatiOn ROLe

iowa Utilities Board, Office of the Consumer advocate Building Platinum nC 2.2 Registered Des Moines, ia Design Firm

greensburg City hall Platinum nC 2.2 Registered greensburg, Ks Design Firm

greensburg Big Well Museum Platinum nC 3.0 Registered greensburg, Ks Design Firm

greensburg school Platinum schools 2.0 Registered greensburg, Ks Design Firm

Little Big horn College health & Wellness Center Platinum nC 3.0 Registered Crow agency, Mt Design Firm

Kansas City Power & Light southeast service Center Platinum nC 2.2 Registered Kansas City, MO Design Firm

eugene Water & electric Board, Roosevelt Operations Center gold nC 2.2 Registered Portland, OR Design Firm

Fort Osage education Center gold nC 2.1 Registered sibley, MO Design Firm

sioux City art Center - Learning Center addition gold nC 2.2 Registered sioux City, ia Design Firm

Old Music Building Renovation, University of iowa silver nC 2.2 Registered iowa City, ia Design Firm

Century towers silver O+M 3.0 Registered Kansas City, MO sustainable Consultant

Comfort systems Usa silver Ci 3.0 Registered houston, tX Design Firm

internal Revenue service, Philadelphia Campus Consolidation silver nC 2.2 Registered Philadelphia, Pa Design Firm

second Line studios Certified nC 2.2 Registered new Orleans, La Design Firm

Parc V Condo Certified nC 2.0 Registered houston, tX Design Firm

Canyon Forest Village nC 1.0 Pilot tusayan, aZ Design Firm

Montana state University, nist grant nC 1.0 Pilot Bozeman, Mt Design Firm

Des Moines Federal Building nC 2.0 Pilot Des Moines, ia Design Firm

general services administration, Finance Offices Cs 1.0 Pilot Kansas City, MO Design Firm

BniM has experience dealing with all of

the common definitions (site, source, cost

and emissions) of net Zero energy. Our

investigations and efforts for net Zero

energy Buildings (nZeB) are directly

connected to our firm’s leadership

in creating the definition for a Living

Building, now defined by the international

Living Building institute’s Living Building

Challenge. the Omega Center for

sustainable Living (Omega CsL), a BniM net

Zero energy Building and certified Living

Building, has been operating for over a year.

We have been steadily building the knowledge

to make nZeBs a more frequent occurrence

since 1997. Our pathway started with the

design for the Montana state University

epicenter, which had the goal of being the

world’s first off-the-grid lab, incorporating

what was, at the time, beyond state of the art

technology for energy generation.

Our first installation of renewables was at

the Missouri Department of Conservation

(2000), where we incorporated three

building integrated arrays of the major

PV types produced. in 2004, we increased

the percentage of onsite renewable at the

Missouri Department of natural Resources

headquarters (2004) by 2.5%. in the nZeBs

we have completed and are constructing

today, we routinely continue to increase

these percentages.

since 2005, we have completed several

feasibility and fundraising designs for

projects seeking to be nZeBs. each of them,

the Omega CsL, the Cambrian College

sustainable energy Centre (seseC), the

Land institute Research Laboratory and

the University of georgia Odum school of

ecology Laboratory incorporate the passive

strategies, efficient technologies, demand

reductions and renewable energy strategies

needed to be a nZeB. Our Platinum

seeking tallgrass Prairie Visitor’s Center is

scheduled to have 100% on-site generation.

however, we recognize that not all nZeBs

can exist through on-site generation only.

therefore, we design each building with

the intent of utilizing multiple options. all

five of our Platinum Certified or Platinum

Registered greensburg, Kansas projects

will utilize both on-site renewables and the

community utility, which is 100% wind farm,

to reach net Zero.


We have also designed several net Zero

energy Ready buildings to address the

increasing efficiencies and current expense

of renewable energy technology, especially

in non-incentivized markets. to achieve

this we follow similar design approaches to

reduce energy loads to a minimum while

maximizing the efficiency of the energy

consuming systems. this high performance

approach prepares the building for the best

opportunity to offset any remaining energy

needs through renewable energy sources.

We incorporate design approaches and

infrastructure to allow installation of on-site

renewables to make the project ready as

the client’s situation changes.

One of our net Zero energy Ready building

examples is the iowa Utilities Board and

Office of Consumer advocate on the iowa

state Capitol Complex. this building was

designed to comply with and exceed the

architecture 2030 Challenge, which is a

commitment to reduce greenhouse gas

emissions for new buildings by 50%.

Of the many things we’ve learned, it is the

importance of making an efficient building

first. Many of our projects have a goal of being

50% more efficient than the baseline energy

code for that jurisdiction. Our experience

also shows that the bigger the building

energy demand, the more integrated the

on-site renewable sources need to be. We

are now using energy generation equipment

as functioning building components, such as

building façade and exterior shading. Right

sizing the power service has a ripple effect

on all other building systems and greatly

improves the efficiency of the building,

reducing equipment size and expense. Our

approach is based on understanding that

experiments utilize smaller samples, that lab

equipment today is more efficient than in

previous years and many other factors have

changed the energy diets for these types

of buildings.

achieving net zero will be easiest to

accomplish if all aspects of energy demand

and supply systems are carefully analyzed

and designed. Our experiences and

continual investigations allow our designs

to embody the performance, beauty and

spirit associated with design excellence.


the state of Missouri challenged BniM to design and construct an exemplary office

building for the Department of natural Resources, one that would set new benchmarks for

sustainable design without increasing their base budget. specific goals included energy-

efficiency, a healthy workplace environment and stewardship of natural resources. the

design team implemented a highly integrated design process to achieve this goal. the

building’s form, orientation, envelope design and systems (mechanical, electrical, lighting)

were integrated to maximize energy performance and optimize daylight and thermal comfort

within the workplace.

120,000state Office Building

Building Sq. Ft. Water Reclamation

70%water used from reclaimed sources

Human Productivity

7.5%reduction in absenteeism

Relevant Features

• Lowest operating cost for a state building in Missouri

• Lowest construction cost per sq. ft. of any other state office building

• LeeD Platinum at no premium on cost$154.78per square foot

Cost

56%more efficient than ashRae 90.1-1999 baseline

Electricity Usage

50,000gallon reclaimed water storage capacity

in 2006, the Omega institute commissioned BniM to design a new highly sustainable

wastewater filtration facility with a strong educational component focused on water. the

project replaces the current wastewater disposal system for 119 buildings on a 195-acre

campus in Rhinebeck, new York by using biological methods of treatment via an eco

Machine. as part of a larger effort to educate visitors, staff and the local community on

local, regional and global water issues, the project showcases this ecological system in a

building that houses the primary treatment cells and a classroom/laboratory. the building

received a LeeD Platinum certification from the U.s. green Building Council and is one of

the first buildings to receive certification as a Living Building.

6,250Building Sq. Ft. Water Reclamation Capacity

40gallons. average Daily Demand

Rainwater Use for Toilet Flushing

1,800gallon cistern stores enough water for 45 days

2,830sq. ft of photovoltaic panels, 211 panels in 3 arrays

Generation Capacity (Electricity)

134.2Kw/day (48.53 Kw/hour max output)

132.77Kw/day (average)

Electricity Demand

-1.43Kw/day (average) – the building is designed to generate more electricity than it uses

Electricity Usage

38,000gallons per day (gPD)


BniM was selected to design an energy efficient office building on the iowa state Capitol

Complex that would serve as a testament to the sustainable stewardship of the state of

iowa. the building will be a model energy efficient office building to demonstrate proven,

cost-effective energy efficiency measures for new construction.

the building is designed to comply with the architecture 2030 Challenge, which is a

commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions for new buildings by 50% by the year

2030. as constructed, it is anticipated to achieve LeeD Platinum, though it is designed to

accommodate additional photovoltaics, which can take the building to a net zero level of

on-site renewable energy production and use.

44,640state Office Building

Building Sq. Ft. Water Management

40gallons. average Daily Demand

Rainwater Use for Toilet Flushing

1,800gallon cistern stores enough water for 45 days

Generation Capacity (Elec.)

23kBtUs / sf / yr (modeled)

27.3kBtUs / sf / yr (modeled)

Electricity Demand

63%more efficient than typical office building

Electricity Usage

40%below code requirements

Renewable Technology

• Photovoltaics

• Wind turbine

• geothermal Well Field

• Passive heating & Cooling



the Odum school of ecology is building a new home that will transform education and

research by setting a new benchmark as the world’s most sustainable academic lab building.

the design’s innovative strategies — green roofs, living walls, water treatment system,

photovoltaic cells, natural ventilation, daylight, double skin facades and a collaboration

corridor — reinforce the spirit of founder eugene Odum’s approach to ecosystem ecology by

creating a living laboratory that will foster regenerative relationships between the student,

researchers, visitors and the natural systems at work in the building and site.

150,000Research & education Building

Building Sq. Ft. Renewable Energy

Building Features

100%generated on site

• Designed to achieve Living Building certification

• no toxic materials used in construction

• Living walls and green roofs

• Designed to improve learning and human health

Building & Storm Water

100%managed on site

100%captured on site

Water for Use

Waste

0%net zero waste generation

On May 4th, 2007, an eF-5 tornado hit greensburg, Kansas, resulting in a tragic loss of life,

displacing more than 1,500 residents and destroying 95 percent of the town’s homes and

businesses. On December, 17th 2007 greensburg’s City Council became the first city in the

country to adopt a resolution that all city projects would be built to LeeD Platinum standards

and would exceed the baseline code for energy efficiency by 42%. greensburg will soon be

home to the state of Kansas’ first 7 LeeD platinum facilities.

all projects designed by BniM feature integrated renewable energy technology, water

reclamation systems, renewable and recycled construction materials, passive heating,

cooling and ventilation, and site water management systems. Buildings, sites and spaces

are also designed to boost learning, human health and productivity.

42% +less energy used than code-required minimums for all new buildings

Energy Efficiency Goals LEED Platinum Projects (BNIM)

• K-12 school

• City hall

• Business incubator

• John Deere Bti

City of Greensburg Goals

1. Community

2. Family

3. Prosperity

4. environment

5. affordability

6. growth

7. Renewal

8. Water

9. health

10. energy

11. Wind

12. Built environment



BniM is currently in the early stages of designing the firm’s new headquarters in

Kansas City, Missouri. it is being designed as a net zero energy building and will focus

on elevating human health and productivity.

Renewable Energy Building Goals


• natural ventilation

• access to daylight and views from all occupied spaces

• Flexible work environment and open office plan

• a living machine

• Renewable energy

• Reuse of captured stormwater in irrigation and other uses

• Reduced energy use

• Reduced water use

• 0% runoff

• Recycled and reused materials

• Local and regional materials

• 0% use of hazardous materials

• Community spaces

• Connection to the neighborhood

• access to public transportation

• educational and inspirational spaces to benefit the community


100%managed on site


Waste


BniM collaborated with autodesk in 2009 to research and produce a comprehensive report

using state-of-the-art software on a large gsa building for a not-for-profit client in Washington,

D.C. the purpose of project was to document the process and results in order to create a map

for the future that will transform existing buildings into high performance buildings.

the research was initiated in response to the large number of existing buildings in the United

states that could potentially benefit from significant building performance improvements.

Creating an accurate virtual representation of the building and analyzing it for performance

issues allows building owners and designers to make key decisions about how to improve

their buildings.

Based on the team’s results, it became obvious that implementing energy efficiency

strategies, such as daylighting and natural ventilation would not only enhance the internal

building environment, it would also take a dramatic step towards once again utilizing

innovative natural systems – just as the original design of the building had done.

$470,348over current operation

Savings Per Year

61%less energy per year than current opperation

Energy Usage



Petite Rivière is the first community in Canada designed for high-quality living within the

limited resources of one planet. the complex plan for this site is designed to achieve “true

sustainability” by stretching beyond the highest green building standards for materials,

water, energy and indoor air quality. the project is being designed for Zero Carbon and

Zero Waste by using design principles of walkability, mixed-use, connectivity, compactness,

regeneration and community.

the intention is to reduce the community’s footprint by 70% (compared to the Quebec

average). through holistic planning, the project becomes more than just a home, a park and

a business — it becomes a way of living.

70%reduction over Quebec average

Community Footprint One Planet Living Principles

• zero carbon

• zero waste

• sustainable transport

• local and sustainable materials

• local and sustainable food

• sustainable water

• natural habitats and wildlife

• culture and heritage

• equity and fair trade

• health and happiness

Chatham University’s eden hall Campus (ehC), which is 25 miles north of the main campus

in Pittsburgh, Pa, will be home to the new school of sustainability and the environment and

a model sustainable living and learning community for the region and beyond.

eden hall Campus is envisioned as a climate positive campus—where on-site greenhouse

gas emissions are actually less than zero. as such, the precincts, buildings, sites, and

infrastructure will employ integrated high-performance solutions and renewable energy

resources to produce more energy than they utilize. additionally, buildings and landscapes

will manage all rain and wastewater on-site and will serve as pedagogical tools for students,

faculty, and visitors.

Renewable Energy Goals Building Types


• residential

• laboratory

• classroom

• dining

• lecture/performance

• public outreach

• community center


100%managed on site


Water for Use

Waste Goals




Omega Center for sustainable Living First LeeD Platinum + Living Building

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