Renovation of Russell Apartments Design & Green Charrette November 16, 2017

Why go Green? To keep Green in your pocket!

“Things that are measured tend to improve.” (J.K. Galbraith) Why Sustainable?

Location + Neighborhood Fabric Integrative Design Location + Neighborhood Fabric Site Improvements Water Conservation Energy Efficiency Materials Beneficial to the Environment 8 parts: Integrate Technology with Nature and People Location, Location, Location Site-Promote Green Space Native planting, Water Conserving Fixtures Efficient Equipment, Insulation Select environmentally preferable Materials Healthy building=Healthy humans Instructions for appliances and HVAC Healthy Living Environment Operations + Maintenance

Residents of Russell Apartments Integrative Design Project Team: Residents of Russell Apartments Cambridge Housing Authority STV, Inc. (Architect) Shawmut Design and Construction (Contractor) GREEN - Designed to efficiently use energy, water, and other resources while protecting occupant health Universal design Universal /Accessible operation aspects Comfort height Toilets Bathroom Grab bars shower arms or wands emergency call window operation cabinet operation switched lights unit doors building doors

Location + Neighborhood Fabric How many people use the Retail area by Porter Square? How many people use the Redline? Russell Apartments is in a GOOD location Retail and Services Transportation Fresh Local Food Parks

Location + Neighborhood Fabric Transportation Red Line Buses The Ride Biking Commuter Rail Fantastic location access to Multiple forms of Transportation Promotes exercise, reduces traffic

Location + Neighborhood Fabric Where do you get your fresh food? Somerville Farmers Market December 2- April 14th at 191 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA. Every Saturday from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM Cambridge Farmers Market January 6th-April 7th, at 5 Callender Street Cambridge, MA 02139 Saturdays 10am-2pm Does any one use the community gardens? Does anyone want to use the community Gardens? Where do folks get their fresh food? How many people use the farmers market?

Site Improvements Smoking Recycling Area Shelter Landscaping Smoking Shelter Recycling Area Native plants that are drought resistant Rodent resistance Smoking Shelter Recycling Area

Water Conservation Indoor and Outdoor Water Conservation Conserve water during everyday use High Efficiency Fixtures The average person uses approximately 150 gal/day. Over 52,000 gal/yr Current WC are 3.5 gpf, Prop 1.0 gpf Saves 2.5 gpf 40 gallons of water to make 1 cup of Dunkin donuts coffee 2800 gallons of water to make 1 cheeseburger (with the fixings)

Energy Efficiency Analyze Correct Size Equipment Energy Star Appliances Unit Lighting Common Lighting Exterior Lighting Perform Calculations to determine the proper size of equip Select Energy Star Appliances Select Energy Efficient Lighting

Energy Efficiency This includes not only efficient Energy Star equipment and appliances but also good integrative design, proper installation, and commissioning to ensure performance.

Energy Efficiency Mean Radiant Temperature Mean Radiant Temperature: = 67 °F The relationship our bodies have with the surrounding surfaces of the room

Energy Efficiency Mean Radiant Temperature 78°F 59°F 64°F Thermal comfort is dependent the mean radiant temperature

Energy Efficiency Appliances In Unit Refrigerator ENERGY STAR helps individuals save money and protect our climate. 

Energy Efficiency High Efficiency Lighting ENERGY STAR® is the symbol for energy efficiency, to help you make well-informed decisions. 

Materials Beneficial to the Environment Paints and Adhesive Low VOC Measure and Reduce Waste during Construction Recycling Using Local and Recycled during Construction Reduce heat island – Light Roof / Light Paving

Materials Beneficial to the Environment Paints and Adhesive Low VOC Measure and Reduce Waste during Construction Recycling Using Local and Recycled during Construction Reduce heat island – Light Roof / Light Paving Benefits of Recycling Reduces the amount of waste sent to landfills Conserves natural resources Increases economic security Prevents pollution Saves energy Supports American manufacturing and valuable resources Helps create jobs in the United States

Materials Beneficial to the Environment Recycling Recycling area for each floor Recycling accounted for: 757,000 jobs $36.6 billion in wages; and $6.7 billion in tax revenues.

Healthy Living Environment Environmentally Preferable Wood and Flooring Conditioned Ventilation for Entire Unit Bathroom Exhaust Mold Resistant Surfaces Materials that contain environmentally preferable materials Reduce the toxins that can enter your home Introduce Conditioned Fresh Air

Healthy Living Environment Benefits: Smoking Shelter New Roof New Piping to reduce Leaks New Environmentally Friendly Landscape

Operations + Maintenance Building Maintenance Manual Resident Manual Resident and Manager Orientation Measure Russell Apartments A Manual that identifies a routine maintenance plan and instructions.

Operations + Maintenance Building Maintenance Manual Resident Manual Resident and Manager Orientation Measure Russell Apartments A Building Maintenance Manual helps building operations staff understand how things work and how they should be maintained.

Operations + Maintenance Building Maintenance Manual Resident Manual Resident and Manager Orientation Measure Russell Apartments A Resident’s Manual provides instructions for appliances and HVAC equipment

Operations + Maintenance Building Maintenance Manual Resident Manual Resident and Manager Orientation Measure Russell Apartments Resident orientation can help to ensure you understand your building and how you can be engaged in maintaining the level of quality and “Green Goals” of the project.

Operations + Maintenance Building Maintenance Manual Resident Manual Resident and Manager Orientation Measure Russell Apartments Why “Things that are measured tend to improve”

NEXT STEPS Workshop Review Reduce the overall energy usage of the building: Energy Efficient building heating systems Proper sizing of equipment Ventilation Plumbing Perform Measurement and document results

Thank You Time for Giant Leaps, Not Baby Steps