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79 <br /> DESIGN INNOVATION - CONTINUED <br /> staff without compromising the security or integrity of the spaces. <br /> Location also plays a pivotal role. Renovating the County-owned Link Building not only makes efficient use <br /> of existing assets but also anchors the sheriff's office within the downtown judicial corridor, streamlining <br /> government officials' access to complementary services. Similarly, siting the Evidence Storage Facility near the <br /> detention center allows for shared infrastructure, such as security systems and utilities, improving operational <br /> efficiency and reducing costs. <br /> INTEGRATED SUSTAINABILITY THROUGH PURPOSEFUL DESIGN <br /> Sustainability is not a one-off design move but a structured, cost-conscious strategy rooted in long-term <br /> performance. Our process begins with high-impact, low-cost solutions and progresses to more ambitious <br /> strategies, guided by life cycle cost analysis at each milestone to align environmental goals with budget <br /> realities from the start of the design process. <br /> This philosophy shapes our approach to both the Link Government Services Center and the Evidence Storage <br /> Facility. At the Link building, mitigating hazards and modernizing the structure is key. Raymond, as Building <br /> Envelope Consultant, will lead the use of high-performance, vapor-permeable air barriers, improved masonry <br /> and roofing systems, and thermally efficient components that align with the existing geothermal infrastructure, <br /> ensuring the facility can serve the County for years to come. <br /> At the Evidence Storage Facility, where climate control is critical to protecting evidence integrity, we'll <br /> implement passive strategies and thermally broken cladding systems to minimize energy use and maintain <br /> strict environmental conditions. Sustainability explorations will evaluate geothermal capabilities, solar energy <br /> generation, and other strategies that position the Evidence Storage Facility to adapt to the County's future <br /> needs. Across both sites, we'll apply lifecycle analysis, field testing, and envelope commissioning to ensure <br /> durability, energy efficiency, and operational resilience. <br /> Our approach is proven through past successful projects. For Durham County's Emergency Operations and <br /> Back-up 911 Center, we designed a hybrid zoning strategy that balances energy efficiency and rapid activation. <br /> Ground-source heat pumps serve regularly used zones, while less frequently used areas rely on package <br /> systems selected for lifecycle value, supporting Durham's goal of 100% renewable energy by 2050 and <br /> positioning the project for LEED° Gold. <br /> Durham County's Administration II Building earned LEED° Silver by delivering 26% energy savings and excelling <br /> across categories including energy, water, materials, and indoor environmental quality. Our team was able to <br /> transform a dated county-owned building into a high-performing, lasting building that enables the county to <br /> better serve its community. <br /> With 15 LEED, WELL, and sustainability-certified professionals on staff, we embed performance into every <br /> design. Our collaborative, data-driven approach ensures sustainability isn't an add-on but a foundation for long- <br /> term value. <br /> MUM + Cn SLAM <br /> 135 <br />