Results 1 - 5 of about 40 news and pictures for the tag: energy efficiency.

Williamstown High School in Victoria, Australia

June 8, 2011 Filed Under: Education, Public Buildings
Williamstown High School in Victoria, Australia

The Williamstown High School designed by Spowers is located in Victoria, Australia. An emphasis on natural light and views connect the students to their local environment. Rainwater is collected via a highly visible system of pipes and tanks and used for toilet flushing and irrigation. Tactile materials such as timber and brickwork are exposed internally and the structure is expressed to give the students... 

Xiangyun Island International Cruise Terminal in Tangshan Bay, China

May 23, 2011 Filed Under: Stations, Urban Design
Xiangyun Island International Cruise Terminal in Tangshan Bay, China

Designed by Heller Manus Architects, Xiangyun Island International Cruise Terminal is located in Tangshan Bay, China. Highlighting the significance of the port as a gateway to the world, the impressive building design complements the international vessels that dock there. The building’s massing is based on the concept of yin-yang where complementary opposite forces interact within a greater whole.... 

University of Nottingham Jubilee Campus in Nottingham, United Kingdom

April 12, 2011 Filed Under: Education
University of Nottingham Jubilee Campus in Nottingham, United Kingdom

The University of Nottingham Jubilee Campus designed by Make Architects is located in Nottingham, United Kingdom. The new energy-efficient campus of the University of Nottingham, due to complete this month, includes three landmark buildings as well as the tallest public art-form in the UK, all designed by Make, a UK-based architectural firm, established by Ken Shuttleworth in 2004. The treated facades... 

Nissan Americas in Franklin, Tennessee, United States

March 16, 2011 Filed Under: Commercial Building, Office
Nissan Americas in Franklin, Tennessee, United States

Nissan Americas that located in Franklin, Tennessee, United States, was designed by Gresham, Smith and Partners. The building incorporates many sustainable elements, most noticeable is the inclusion of 6 ft deep aluminum sunshade outriggers which extend around the perimeter of each floor to reduce solar heat gain and improve energy efficiency. Additional energy efficient details include the design... 

110 Queen Street in Glasgow, United Kingdom

March 10, 2011 Filed Under: Cultural, Public Buildings
110 Queen Street in Glasgow, United Kingdom

The 110 Queen Street designed by Holmes is located in Glasgow, United Kingdom.  Holmes has submitted a full planning application, on behalf of Valad Property Group, for a major commercial mixed-use development on 110 Queen Street, Glasgow, Scotland. Located in one of Glasgow’s most important conservation areas, and surrounded by mainly Grade A-listed buildings, the £40m Queen Street project... 

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