THE OFFICES OF NEWTON (2013)

OWNER/DEVELOPER

Value Group Properties

ARCHITECT

Chandler Associates Architecture Inc.

STATEMENT OF WORK

Pre-construction, value engineering, sustainable strategic planning and construction

The Offices of Newton is a four-storey, 45,000-square-foot building that is comprised of 11,603-square-foot office floor plates, 12,000 square feet of retail space, 23,000 square feet of office space and two levels of underground parking.

In the interest of creating an “intelligent building” that was environmentally and socially responsible, the Offices of Newton integrated comprehensive energy efficiencies through a whole building systems approach to significantly reduce carbon dioxide emissions.

The project design started with an enhanced building envelope to maximize energy efficiency. The building uses ground source heat pumps for heating and cooling, which provide unmatched efficiency with operating costs approximately 30 to 60 per cent lower than ordinary heating and air-conditioning systems. Efficiencies in the electrical system were reached through a control system and energy efficient and LED fixtures. The project’s water efficiency’s goals were met through the use of low flow fixtures and waterless urinals.

The Offices of Newton was built targeting a gold certification in the LEED® 2009 Core and Shell Rating System. The project surpassed its target and achieved a LEED® Platinum® certification. The project is also BC Hydro Power Smart certified.

Ventana completed interior finishes and tenant improvement for this project.