Presentando la construcción corporativa sostenible: oficina y centro de distribución de Schluter en Reno

Proyecto:

Oficinas y centro de distribución en Reno

Certifications:

LEED Gold

Arquitectura:

Cathexes
Architecture

Fecha & Ubicación:

2018 McCarran, NV

Objectivo

Para satisfacer las crecientes necesidades de nuestros clientes en el oeste, construimos 172 500 ft² (16 000 m²) de instalaciones de vanguardia en McCarran, Nevada, al este de Reno. Las instalaciones incluyen un espacio de oficinas de dos plantas y 22 500 ft² (2070 m²) y un centro de capacitación, además de una superficie de 150 000 ft² (13 936 m²) de almacén y centro de distribución. Nuestro objetivo era integrar tecnologías de construcción sostenible que maximizaran la eficiencia energética y minimizaran el impacto medioambiental, al tiempo que ofrecieran un espacio de trabajo cómodo y funcional.

Para lograrlo, unimos nuestras fuerzas con un equipo multidisciplinario de arquitectos, ingenieros y consultores especializados en tecnologías de construcción ecológica para asegurarnos que las instalaciones servirían como punto de referencia para la construcción corporativa sostenible.

Desafío

Conscientes de nuestra huella medioambiental, hemos implementado medidas para reducir significativamente el consumo de energía y agua. También priorizamos el bienestar de nuestro personal diseñando un espacio de trabajo en el que cada cubículo se beneficia de la luz natural y de la circulación de aire fresco.

Throughout construction, we employed controlled-site practices to maintain sustainability, including tire washing stations to prevent debris spread, on-site water filtration and reuse, and extensive recycling of construction materials. Additionally, we ensured that all materials—sealants, tiles, and finishes—were free from volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and inspected for off-gassing prior to use.

Solution

Sustainable Heating & Cooling

Geothermal System: The building is heated and cooled entirely by a geothermal system consisting of 36 underground wells. This system transfers energy between the earth and the facility via hydronic heating and cooling, dramatically reducing energy demand.

Earth Heat Exchanger: A 200-ft long, 3-ft diameter "Canadian tunnel" preconditions fresh air before it enters the facility, reducing the workload on HVAC systems.

Schluter®-BEKOTEC Modular Screed System: Provides highly efficient in-floor radiant heating. The system reacts four times faster than traditional systems, operating at lower temperatures for reduced energy consumption.

Energy Efficiency & Cost Savings

Traditional office buildings in the region typically incur energy costs of $1.35–$1.55 per sq. ft. Our facility operates at approximately $0.44 per sq. ft., a 70–75% savings.

Energy Usage (6-month period):

Electricity: 220,048 kWh

Gas: 201 Therms

Water: 247,302 gallons

Natural Lighting & Air Quality

High-performance skylights maximize natural daylight in warehouses and work areas.

Automated lighting activates only as needed, reducing energy waste.

Living wall with 200+ plants enhances indoor air quality by absorbing CO2, adding oxygen, and filtering VOCs.

CO2-controlled ventilation system maintains a comfortable indoor air quality at 650 ppm (well below regulatory limits).

Water & Resource Management

Solar water heating panels provide hot water for the facility.

Rainwater and construction water reuse reduced initial water demand and long-term consumption.

White reflective roof mitigates heat absorption, reducing cooling demands.

Result

The Reno Office & Distribution Center exemplifies Schluter’s commitment to sustainable building practices. By integrating geothermal energy, solar heating, advanced ventilation, and extensive tile applications, we have created a highly efficient, environmentally responsible facility that benefits both the company and the community.