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Plants

Plants not only contribute to the appearance of an office and provide aesthetic value but they can help reduce air pollutants and introduce more oxygen to increase air quality.

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  • Health

    Good health has both physical and psychological components. Being healthy means the absence of disease and illness, as well as feeling positive about life and work. The workplace can play a role in the health of workers by eliminating risks and creating conditions that support cognitive, emotional, and social well being.

  • Space Reconfiguration and Renovation Projects

    As needs change over time, tenants often need to convert space or phase the conversion of individual space or rooms to meet these changing needs.

  • Under 10,000 SF Interiors Gut Rehab Project

    Following are Sustainable Strategies to consider as the space has or will undergo a major tenant gut rehab for projects under 10,000 SF. Note to use a current version of LEED for Commercial Interiors for tenant improvement projects over 10,000 SF. Refer to the Share Section for a represented project Case Study to discover key practices, benefits, results and checklists.


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  • Plants / Planters

    Interior plants contribute to an aesthetically pleasing environment. There are several different types of indoor plants, all which vary according to the ease of growth and maintenance, resistance to pests, and efficiency at cleaning the air we breath. Foliage plants are great for indoor work environments because they dont flower and thus do not introduce allergens into the air. http://greenplantsforgreenbuildings.org

  • Alternative Bio-based Composite

    Bio-composites, or biodegradable composites, are the next generation of sustainable building materials. Plant fibers such as sunflower hulls, or wheat straw, combined with natural resins and binders can be used to make several different products including doors.

  • Wood / Bamboo Furniture

    Wood is a hard fibrous natural plant material that is often used for furniture. Bamboo, while not technically wood, is commonly included in this category.

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