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LEED Introduces Rating System for Neighborhood Development
LEED for Neighborhood Development was recently added to the list of LEED certifications.
Develoed by USGBC in partnership with the Congress for the New Urbanism and the Natural Resources Defense Council; designed as a rating system that integrates the principles of smart growth, new urbanism, and green building. It is the first national standard for neighborhood design. LEED for Neighborhood Development emphasizes the creation of compact, walkable, vibrant, mixed-use neighborhoods with good connections to nearby communities. LEED encourages compact development patterns and the selection of sites that are within or adjacent to existing development to minimize habitat fragmentation and also help preserve areas for recreation. The mode of transportation increases and the dependance on automobiles decreases; choices such as buses, trains, car pools, bicycle lanes and sidewalks are typically more available near downtowns, neighborhood centers and town centers, locations that produce shorter automobile trips. A LEED for Neighborhood Development certification can help projects explain the environmental and community benefits of a project to residents and businesses in nearby areas. The rating system also encourages projects to work collaboratively with the existing neighborhood to make sure their needs are taken into account. The rising demand for housing in highly walkable or transit-accessible areas can result in higher tenancy rates.
To learn more about LEED for Neighborhood Development visit the link below.
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Garmann Miller Adds Architect to Staff |
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"Away in a meadow all covered with snow
The little old groundhog looks for his shadow
The clouds in the sky determine our fate
If winter will leave us all early or late."
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Garmann/Miller Adds Architect to Staff
Julie Sabourin has recently joined the firm of Garmann/Miller Architects-Engineers. She brings over 15 years of experience in building and interior design, construction and project management and 5 years in sales / account management experience. She earned her Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of Detroit Mercy and holds registrations in Ohio and Michigan. Ms. Sabourin is NCARB certified and is active in the Dayton Chapter of the American Institute of Architects, where she currently holds the position of treasurer on the Board of Directors. Julie joins the staff of 30 employees which includes architects, engineers, designers, landscape architects and technical personnel dedicated to serving public and private clients throughout Ohio.
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Garmann/Miller Accepts Design Award for Versailles Emergency Services Project
John Rausch accepted the Merit Design Award in Masonry Design on behalf of Garmann/Miller Architects-Engineers at the 2009 Ohio Masonry Association awards program on February 13, 2009 for the design of the Versailles Emergency Services Facility. John Rausch was the designer and Brad Garmann served as the Principal Architect for the project. Accepting on behalf of the Village of Versailles was Jean Buxton, head of the Versailles Life Squad. Craig Blocher of Blocher Masonry was also honored for the workmanship and skill on the masonry. Wayne Builders Supply of Greenville provided all of the masonry materials for the project.
The evening presentation and dinner recognized nine projects for the use, design, and installation of masonry units. Masonry units are comprised of concrete block, clay brick, natural stone, manmade stone, etc. that are installed by a mason contractor and may be structural in nature. Thirty-seven individual awards were handed out during the presentation of projects. Winners came from all over Ohio to celebrate their achievements.
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Elmwood Elementary Gym Open House Dedication
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Area residents will get a chance to tour the recently completed Elmwood Elementary School addition, which includes a gymnasium, locker rooms and classrooms, during a formal dedication, ribbon cutting and open house slated for March 1st from 2 - 5 p.m. |
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Increased enrollment created the need for additional classrooms and gymnasium space. "The original school was designed to accommodate 400 to 450 children, enrollment now exceeds 600, which makes for some close quarters and cramped classrooms," says Nardini, school Superintendent. The 16,000 square foot facility was funded through a permanent improvement levy, approved by Shawnee voters a year and a half ago. The total cost of the project came to approximately $2.1 million.
After lengthy discussions with the board and members of the community, Shawnee Schools took the issue to the voters in November of 2007. It passed with broad support and ground was broken on July 15, 2008, according to a Shawnee news release.
The 8,595 square foot gymnasium is equipped with telescoping bleacher seating which accommodates approximately 360 spectators. The new gymnasium will also be used for middle school athletic events. The general contractor on the project was ACI Construction.
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Garmann/Miller Architects-Engineers
38 S. Lincoln Dr., Minster, Ohio 45865
Ph: (419) 628-4240
Fx: (419) 628-4299
Directions: Garmann/Miller Architects-Engineers is located just 15 minutes off I-75. Take route 119 west to the first stop light in Minster, go straight, first street to your left...you are there. |
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