Final Project: Case Study
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Final Project: Case
Study
BY: BRETT ORZECHOWSKI AND TORIN RADICIONI
PROFESSOR MARK COMEAU
SUSTAINABLE DESIGN
SPRING SEMESTER 2014
Mission Statement
The mission statement of this site evaluation is to understand the
concepts of sustainability and how they work by taking a previously
existing structure and redeveloping it with additions of renewable
energy sources, ideas to conserve water, and integration of the
community known as the City of Norwich. With this mission statement in
mind we hope to not only exceed all the standards given but, reflect
on our efficiency by comparing our results to LEED certification
standards.
Criteria
In order to achieve the goals presented in the Mission Statement we
must:
Investigate the possibility to preserve gray water and actively reuse it
Implement promotional methods to attract initial customers
Look into concepts of renewable energy and decide what is most
suitable for the given situation
At the end of the project we hope:
The cite is planned out accordingly
Our finished product meets LEED certification standards
To have a better understanding on how sustainability is integrated in site
planning
Project Options
Backus Corner (Rte. 82 &
N.L. Turnpike, Norwich, CT)
Rte 82 Dollar Store, Norwich,
CT
Backus Corner
Our choice of Backus Corner came
down to:
The fact that the location is in a high
traffic area
It is within walking distance of Three
Rivers Community College
Scholastic hub for thousands of
people
Potential to attract high diversity rate
of clientele
Accessible by different types of
transportation
Bike
Walking
Bus
Automotive
Brownfield Site
This building was previously used as a
service station
Soil is contaminated with poorly
disposed automotive fluids
Anti-freeze
Oil and lubricants
Considerations of demolishing the
original structure to excavate and
put new soil into site
Defeats the purpose of active reuse
Majority of the site is impervious
surface
May bring in aspects of conserving
rainwater due to lack of tree cover
Implementation of vegetation within
general area
Traffic
This traffic map shows
The two main entrances/exits to our
existing structure
Difficulties exiting left from the exit on
the far right
Potentially gaining access to the culde-sac located behind the building
Idea of creating entrance only/exit
only locations
The traffic flow at 9:00 AM on an
average Monday morning
Useful for when site is in development
stage
Issue that the space does not provide
enough parking
Other Drawbacks From Site
Location
Located right next to a package store
Same color building
Need to separate ourselves entirely
We have to import more aspects of greenery
Site surface is mostly asphalt
Danger of bringing in invasive species
Existing Site Plan
Access to the cul-de-sac behind
the structure could relieve traffic
problems
Access for general public
Attracting outside clientele to
invest in area
Potential homebuyers
The location of the existing
structure is towards the back
Room for something else in front?
Free up room for more parking?
History of Norwich
Stamp Act of 1764- lead to Norwich becoming
independent industrially
Opening mills
Manufacturing
Textiles
Armament
1830’s Steamship Service in Boston
Norwich becoming a hub for a shipping center
Mass migration of diverse groups of people into
city
Worcester Railroad 1832
Solidified Norwich as an industrial city in CT
Production of Goods
20th Century – Present
Heavily industrialized
Sharing of cultures
Establishment of public schools, churches,
and social centers
Eliza Huntington Memorial Home (1830’s)
Rainwater Collection?
Climate table shows the average
rainfall in inches/month
Total average inches= 54.75
Site is mainly impervious surface
Possibility of rainwater collection
tank
Constructed wetlands within front
of site to add greenery and
aesthetics to site?
Focuses on Mission Statement
dedicated to water conservation
Solar Power Energy
Map shows the amount of
kilowatts/meters^2/day
City of Norwich falls into the 3.5-4
area
Strong possibility of installing small
solar panels
Cut down on outside lighting
Besides Geothermal, Solar is the
most efficient renewable energy
source
Community
The site is at the center of many
corporate establishments
Fast food chains
Department stores
The site is across from a fire station
that hosts community events
Possible partnership for events?
Similarities to Summer Concert
Series held in Niantic, CT
Upstream vs. Downstream
Huge advancements towards the
conservation of water
Also smart implementations of renewable
energy sources
Creation of small ecosystems in place of
a lack of greenery
Using pre-assembled products to limit
onsite waste
Disposal of Products
Asphalt
Contaminated Soil
Oil tanks below ground
Location of new soil
Not relative to area
The Existing Structure needs to come
down
Nothing is reusable
“It’s going to light like a roman candle”
Projected Site Plan
New Site Plan (FRONT VIEW)
Front View
Larger window space
More natural light in
Implementation of outside seating
Breaking the “fourth wall” of site
Interaction between pedestrians
and customers
What Changed from Existing
Structure
Demolition of original structure
Implementation of renewable energy sources
Due to Brownfield Site
Solar Panels
Practices of water conservation
Water conservation tank
Two aquatic biomes in front of site
Use of the cul-de-sac as an exit/entrance
Free ups the issue of traffic
Creation of a stage for a community showcase
Added herbal gardens used onsite in confectionaries
Solar Energy Panels
Advancements in Solar Energy
Made Solar Energy more efficient
Possibility of returns on investments
(2) 100 watt Solar Panels
Enough to power outside utilities
Dimensions stand at 47x1.4x21.3
inches
Smaller scale=greater return
Solar panels w/o battery and
installation≈ $150/panel
Geothermal Heating System
Investment of a system ranges
from $20,000-$30,000
There is a need for return on
investment
In comparison to an oil burning
furnace
Savings of nearly $400 dollars a
year
No maintenance
ROI of geothermal system (5-7
years)
Rainwater Harvesting Barrel
There is no need for an in ground
tank
Smallest tanks are <100 gallon
storage
Average rainfall in Norwich= >60
gallons
The system will control outside
hose system towards back of
building
One rain barrel= $51.99
Stormwater Planters
Simplistic way to bring small scale
ecosystems into urban society
Ads aesthetic value to site
Treats storm water to feed
greenery and limits water runoff
Used to produce herbs for onsite
use
Instant Hot Water Systems
Provides instant hot water without
the wait
Prevents scalding because the
temperature change is instant
For a $500 dollar utility bill
Electric Tankless= ($900-$1500 annual
savings)*
Gas Tankless= ($1500-$2100 annual
savings)*
Starting systems range from ($600$650)
*=according to
http://tanklesswaterheaterguide.com/#
savingscalc
Interior
Use of no VOC paints
Interior of Muddy Waters
Café in New London, CT
Prevents release of harsh
chemicals throughout structure
Wood finishes with mostly white
painted walls
Easiest way to accent interior
without wasting money on finishes
and paint
Addition of local art and seating
area help attract business
Very front=Chalkboard paint for
children to draw on
Finishes
Low-flow plumbing fixtures
Practices in water conservation
Electrical control panels
Conservation of lighting at night
Low LED lighting for spotlight effect
and low emission rate
Oak flooring
Less movement due to moisture
Quality finish
Stage Presence
Stage will draw attention to building
Stage will provide location for
charity events
Concert Series
Summer Stand-Up Nights
Communal involvement
Attracting customers to become long
time clients
“Diamond in the Rough”
Amidst all the commotion the site is
to provide relaxation to all who enter
Gem of the mass transit area of
Norwich
LEED Certification
What we had…
Sustainable Sites
9 points
Indoor Environmental Quality
17 points
Materials and Resources
5 points
Silver= 33-38
Energy and Atmosphere
Certified= 26-32
9 Points
Water Efficiency
Ratings
10 points
Total= 51 points
Gold= 39-51
Platinum= 52-69
Reflection
Our mission statement included
Redeveloping a previously existing structure
Implementing designs of renewable energy
Focus on water conservation
Making site friendly to the community
We achieved all goals noted
Is there room for improvement?
More efficient renewable energy sources
More additions to greenery around developed structure