Green Buildings BC

By…

• Using the integrated design (IDP) process; one that engages all of a building’s stakeholders in design and optimization of overall building performance, instead of the common practise of separately and sequentially optimizing each of a building’s systems and services.
• Establishing challenging building performance objectives very early in the design process, usually by referencing a recognized rating system (e.g., Green Globes, LEED).
• Achieving performance objectives at the lowest life cycle cost, instead of an exclusive focus on the lowest capital (up-front) costs.
• Commissioning the building, a quality control procedure that confirms the building and its component systems conform to the performance objectives established in the integrated design process.
• Engaging local interests.