Construction Magazine June 2016 | Page 81

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measures as full sorting of ferrous and non-ferrous materials from the project ’ s start . “ It ’ s very easy to achieve in southern California , because a lot of companies are already set up to help us . We track and manage to ensure the items are making it to the right locations .”
Highlights of the ACC ’ s elegant design elements include a buckling restrained brace ( BRB ) frame system , used to create a lighter and more stable building with higher floor-to-ceiling heights , giving the facility more freedom to move walls and redistribute space in the future . Elsewhere the gravity flow-based HVAC system captures the chill of nighttime temperatures to more efficiently cool the facility during hot desert days , while an emphasis on natural light wherever possible imbues the facility with a calming sense of warmth and comfort .
“ The view of the mountains is unobstructed — it ’ s gorgeous , and whenever you can see the outdoors and see beautiful surroundings , it provides you with more of a calm setting ,” says Zari . “ You get this
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