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CASE STUDY NO. 7 DPR CONSTRUCTION OFFICE BUILDING
The general design response to this concept with the existing building was to remove many of the existing interior elements that enclosed the two levels or blocked views and large skylights, and to maintain the large floor opening below two large existing industrial roof skylights. This can be seen in comparison of “before” and “after” views of the same interior spaces.
To maximize use of the daylight available in the center of the building, spaces needing controlled lighting or having only intermittent use, such as conference rooms, small meeting spaces and the staff exercise room, are located away from this central area or under the connecting stairs. Oc- cupied staff areas are located primarily on the second level, with close access to the daylighting via roof apertures, both existing and new.
The net effect of the strong effort to improve visual connection between levels and open up the middle of the building from first floor to roof skylights is to maximize daylight penetration from the roof to the most intensely occupied spaces but also to support the branding of the company for openness and communication.
It is notable that the building includes a tenant space, which is entirely included within the ZNE boundary of the building. The tenant is aware of the ZNE goals for the building and their partici- pation in meeting those goals.
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