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\u201cMaking our buildings more efficient and healthier for its occupants is a top priority here at NAU,\u201d said NAU\u2019s lead project manager Josh Spear. \u201cUsing our resources more efficiently through green building will help protect ecosystems\u00a0and biodiversity, improve air and water quality, and help mitigate climate change, all while lowering operating costs.\u201d<\/p>\n
The Liberal Arts building includes the departments of History and English as well as University Writing Programs. The renovations were started in May 2011 and conducted by Kinney Construction Services (KCS). The project was funded by the SPEED package from the state of Arizona. Apart from some minor upgrades to the third floor a few years ago, this is the first renovation of the Liberal Arts building since it was built in 1963.<\/p>\n
The design team Bustamante Kelly Collaborative paired up with LEED consultant Ronald Hand of E\/FECT Sustainable Design Solutions to make the certification happen. \u00a0Renovations of the building included new HVAC and sprinkler systems, two exterior stairwells, fire and safety upgrades, new audio\/visual equipment for each classroom, and two new lecture rooms, including a new cinema screening space that will house 200 people. Cosmetic upgrades include new carpet, paint, wood paneling, tile floors, updated bathrooms and a student lounge with a flat-screen television and vending machines.<\/p>\n
In addition to the updated classroom and office space provided by the expansion and renovation of the Liberal Arts building, energy and water efficiency were other key components of this project. Although LEED certification was not in the original renovation plan, Spear and NAU\u2019s Planning Designing and Construction department were confident it could be achieved with of the following add-on building characteristics.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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