From fabric to carpet nylon, wallcovering to laminate, we are hard at work putting the finishing touch-es on our entry for the 2016 IIDA New England Fashion Show. This year’s theme, Coutourism, is sure to be an eclectic mix of fun, fashion and surprise. In less than one month, our models will be walking the runway with an entry crafted by over 20 individuals…truly a team effort! Hope to see you there!
Northeastern EXP features an organic pinwheel design, shaping research and classroom neighborhoods with shared community spaces radiating from the core to define each area. The building façade was tuned to achieve a 78% reduction in peak solar heat gain and a 62% reduction in cumulative solar radiation leading to energy use reductions and reduced mechanical system sizing. The use of stainless steel further leads to an embodied carbon reduction of almost one million tons when compared to aluminum while the natural stainless surface reflects light in a natural and warm tone giving the building an inherent energy.
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