b'PROJECT PROFILEdesign choice. Giving the option to takeEnergy and Environmental Design)The exact certification received is based lessons outside can minimize energy usagecertification. LEED certification is anon the number of points awarded to a inside the school building. The outdoorinternational recognition granted throughproject. Projects with the lowest level of classroom design is also non-invasive, builtthe Canada Green Building Councilcertification receive anywhere between 40-around the areas natural landscape (CAGBC). Its a verification process that49 points, while Platinum certificationclimate conditions. ensures projects with LEED designationthe highest level awarded for the standard are designed with a focus on six areas is reserved for projects with more than British Columbia has no doubt seen theof human and environmental health:80 points. effects of climate change and an evolvinglocation and transportation, sustainable environment over the past few years,site development, water savings, energyUpon completion, the Glenmerry so building with a sustainable focus isefficiency, materials selection and indoorElementary School build is set to reach non-negotiable for new and restorativeenvironmental quality. LEED Gold status (60-79 points).projects in the area. The SOA team has a few ways theyre taking this on, starting with their focus on minimizing the impact a changing environment has on the building. Large overhangs will surroundwastewater pumpsORthe exterior of the school and protectsystems & designsdoors and windows in durable cladding to specifically address the significant snowfall the area gets in the winter.One other fascinating approach the SOA team is taking for the project is using a Clear Penetrative Treatment (CPT) in their construction of the roof in common spaces. CPT is a non-invasive technique to waterproof the roofing materials, which should minimize water damage from heavy precipitation expected in theLibertyPumps.com CALL OR SEND IN YOUR SPECS.area. The SOA team is also using non- Chilliwack Maple Ridge Port Coquitlam Surrey West Kelownacombustible and fire-resistant materials for44653 Yale Road West 23652 Dewdney Trunk Road 1391 Kebet Way 7815 King George Boulevard 1115 Stevens Roadthe project, which is especially important604.792.0866 604.467.1535 604.941.7318 604.502.9122 250.769.3101to prolong the longevity of the build. TheProudly Serving Southern British Columbiateam at SOA arent planning temporary fixestheyre creating something thatwill last.Other design features include the schools new gymnasium, which will feature exposed glulam beams rather than the standard lumbar beams you might normally see in builds. Glulam is a 100-per-cent eco-friendly alternative that may cost more up front, but lasts longer than the traditional approach.YOU KNOW CONSTRUCTION.Energy efficiency has been top of mindWE KNOW CONSTRUCTION LAW.when designing the new school, too. The SOA team has their eye on adding solar panels to the building as a way to harvestEXPERT GUIDANCE. TAILORED SOLUTIONS.and generate energy that will help self-Calen Janzen Carl Da Luz Alexander Spraggs Andrew Priorsustain the building. B.SC, J.D. B.A., J.D. B.A., BCL, LL.B. B.A. (Hons), LL.B.All of SOAs green building strategies will help the Glenmerry Elementarywww.pihl.ca|250.762.5434| Kelownaproject achieve LEED (Leadership in SICA CONSTRUCTION REVIEWSpring 202343'