The Inn at The Black Olive

High Performance Features

1. Aerated Autoclaved Concrete
a. Manufacturer : Eco Stucco
b. Main Features: Natural, non toxic, vapor permeable, antibacterial, and absorbs CO2
c. LEED Credits:
1. Indoor Environmental Quality EQ 4.1 Low-Emitting Materials, Sealers.
2. Indoor Environmental Quality EQ 4.2 Low Emitting Materials, Paints and Coatings.
3. Materials and Resources MR 2.1 Construction Waste Management- Divert 50% from
Disposal
4. Materials and Resources MR 2.2 Construction Waste Management- Divert 75% from
Disposal
5. Materials and Resources MR 5.1 Regional Materials 10% Extracted, Processed &
Manufactured Regionally
6. Materials and Resources MR 5.2 Regional Materials 20% Extracted, Processed &
Manufactured Regionally
7. Innovation and Design Process: ID 1.1 Lightweight Alternative to ceramic tiles, Quarried
Stone, and Bricks.
8. Innovation and Design Process: ID 1.1 Low Maintenance and Long Life Cycle.
9. Innovation and Design Process: ID 1.1 AAC contributes to an Integrated Pest
Management Plan. Rodents have no place to travel within AAC.
d. High Performance/ Sustainability information
Fire Safety (additional information in Fire Resistance Section)
• Highest UL fire ratings in the industry provide a fire safe environment
• Product is non-combustible
• No toxins or gases emitted when exposed to fire
Excellent Thermal Efficiency (additional information in Thermal Efficiency Section)
• Thermal performance eliminates insulation
• Reduces Life-Cycle energy costs
• Low heat transfer rate
• Outperforms conventional wood and concrete masonry construction
Economic Advantages (additional information in Economics Section)
• Fast-track construction and fewer finish materials provide a low cost capital option
• No furring, insulation or drywall needed
• An experienced four-man team and a single crane operator can install AERCON panels at a rate of four
to six minutes per panel
• Low maintenance costs
Lightweight Product
• An AERCON block weighs approximately 50%of a standard CMU block
• An AERCON panel weighs approximately 30%of standard cast-in-place concrete
• Reduces crane size and costs
• Lighter weight product creates easier work environment - less back strain
Offers Safer Environment
• Reduced pesticide sprays
• Non-allergenic material results in better indoor air quality – great for asthmatics
• AERCON can be designed to withstand hurricane force winds
 • AERCON is ideal for building in earthquake prone areas
Flexible Design Options
• Unlimited workability
• Can be sawed, drilled, nailed and milled
• Field adjustments can be made easily
• Block products are available with or without handholds
• An excellent product for all types of climates - very hot to very cold Pest Resistant
• No voids for insects and pests to make their homes
• Termites will not attack AERCON products
Acoustic Performance
• Transmission of sound generated from internal sources such as machinery or equipment can be significantly reduced
• Excellent Noise Reduction Coefficient for AERCON surfaces provides great sound absorption and damping without any
additional measures
• Offers more privacy for occupants
• Especially helpful in noise control for buildings such as schools, hospitals, hotels, multifamily housing, and offices
Environmentally Friendly
• AERCON is an environmentally friendly product made from sand, lime, cement, water, and a rising agent
• No pollutants or hazardous wastes are generated in the process
2. Geothermal Heating and Cooling System
a. Manufacturers : Econar and Trane
b. Main Features: Energy efficiency, renewable energy, reduces heat island effect, increases
thermal comfort, reduces carbon impact, quiet operation, no need for rooftop chillers.
c. LEED Credits:
1. Energy and Atmosphere Credit 1.1 to 1.10 (10 points) Optimize energy efficiency –
70% Energy Savings over Standard HVAC system. Econar has highest COPT and BTU
output.
2. Indoor Environmental Quality EQ 6.2 Controllability of Systems, Thermal Comfort.
3. Indoor Environmental Quality EQ 7.1 Thermal Comfort.
4. Indoor Environmental Quality EQ 2 Increased Ventilation
5. Innovation and Design Process: 1.1 Use of desuperheater to create domestic hot water
with heat created by cooling reducing the cooling load
6. Innovation and Design Process: 1.1 Use of Hot gas reheat to dehumidify with heat
created by cooling reducing the cooling load.
7. Innovation and Design Process: 1.1 Reduction of the Peak cooling demand by creating
Domestic hot water with water to water geothermal units when well field temperature
rises above desired point.
d. High Performance/ Sustainability information: http://www.econar.com/HowItWorks/house.html
Geothermal Heating Information
In the heating mode, the water circulating in the earth loop is colder than the surrounding ground. This causes the water to
absorb energy, in the form of heat, from the earth. The water carries this energy to the heat exchanger in the pump. In the
heat exchanger, refrigerant absorbs the heat energy from the water. The water now leaves the heat exchanger at a colder
temperature, and circulates through the earth loop to pick up more energy.

The refrigerant gas, which contains energy gained from the earth loop, travels from the heat exchanger to the compressor. In
the compressor, the refrigerant temperature rises to 160°. From the compressor, the superheated refrigerant travels to the air
heat exchanger. Here, the heat pump's blower circulates air across the air coil, increasing the temperature of the air, which is
blown through ductwork to heat the home. After refrigerant releases its heat energy to the air, it then flows to the earth loop
heat exchanger to start the cycle again.

Geothermal Cooling
In the cooling mode, the water circulating in the earth loop is warmer than the surrounding ground. This causes the water to
release energy, in the form of heat, into the earth. The water, now cooler from traveling through the ground now flows to the
heat exchanger in the heat pump. In the heat exchanger, hot refrigerant gas from the compressor releases its heat into the
water. This causes the water to increase temperature, which it releases to the ground.
 The refrigerant, which has released its heat energy and became a cold liquid, now travels to the heat exchanger. Here the
heat pump's blower circulates warm, humid air across the cold air coil. The air is then blown through ductwork to cool the
home. The refrigerant in the air coil picks up the heat energy from the air, and travels to the compressor. When the
refrigerant leaves the compressor, it then flows to the earth loop heat exchanger to start the cycle again.

3. Machine room Less Elevator with Regenerative drive

a. Manufacturer : Kone
b. Main Features: Energy efficient, No need for machine room on roof, no hydraulic fluid, and
50-70% Energy Savings over a hydraulic Elevator.
c. LEED Credits:
1. Energy and Atmosphere Credit 1 Optimize energy efficiency
2. Innovation and Design Process: 1.1 Low impact Vertical Transportation
d. Sustainability information:
http://www.kone.com/countries/en_US/sustainability/ecoefficentdemo/Pages/default.aspx
http://www.kone.com/countries/en_US/sustainability/Documents/MKT-00-
5125_EcoSusFAQ.pdf
4. Interior and Exterior Finish: Natural Limestone Plaster
a. Manufacturer : Eco Stucco
b. Main Features: Natural, non toxic, vapor permeable, antibacterial, and absorbs CO2
c. LEED Credits:
1. Indoor Environmental Quality EQ 4.1 Low-Emitting Materials, Sealers.
2. Indoor Environmental Quality EQ 4.2 Low Emitting Materials, Paints and Coatings.
3. Construction Waste Management- MR 2.1 Divert 50% from Disposal
4. Construction Waste Management- MR 2.2 Divert 75% from Disposal
5. Regional Materials – MR 5.1: 10% Extracted, Processed & Manufactured Regionally
6. Regional Materials – MR 5.2 20% Extracted, Processed & Manufactured Regionally
7. Innovation and Design Process: ID 1.1 Lightweight Alternative to ceramic tiles,
Quarried Stone, and Bricks.
8. Innovation and Design Process: ID 1.1 Low Maintenance and Long Life Cycle.
d. Sustainability information:
http://www.ecostucco.com/leed-statement/
5. Building Automation System
a. Manufacturer : Crestron
b. Main Features: Occupant sensing lights, thermostat, shade control, energy measurement, and
controllability of outlets, sound, and displays.
c. LEED Credits:\
1. Sustainable Sites SS 8 Light Pollution Reduction
2. Energy and Atmosphere EA 1 Optimize energy performance
3. Energy and Atmosphere EA 3 Enhanced Commissioning
4. Energy and Atmosphere EA 5 Measurement and Verification
5. Indoor Environmental Quality EQ 6.1 Controllability of Systems, Lighting.
6. Indoor Environmental Quality EQ 6.2 Controllability of Systems, Thermal Comfort.
7. Indoor Environmental Quality EQ 7.1 Thermal Comfort.
8. Indoor Environmental Quality EQ 7.2 Controllability of Systems, Thermal Comfort.
9. Innovation In Design 1.1 4 Possible Points –
d. High Performance/ Sustainability information:
Integrated Controllability of all outlets. Significant electrical energy waste results from AV and IT equipment left on
when not in use. Integrated within a Crestron control environment, even personal workspace devices such as computers,
 printers and desk lamps may be programmed to automatically shut down. Crestron audio video distribution systems feature
sync sensing to automatically turn off displays and projectors when no active source is detected. Even Crestron touch panels
go “to sleep”, drawing less power when not in use.
Set the precise lighting scene for maximum productivity and security while saving energy and money. When
turning the lights “ON”, pre-set the maximum level to 90 percent – the only noticeable difference will be
on the electric bill. Automation features, such as built-in motion detection and occupancy sensors, turn lights on only when a
room is in use, and schedule lights to turn off after business hours to reduce light pollution.
Control rooms or zones independently so the HVAC system is heating or cooling only those areas that are
occupied, not the entire building.

e. Sustainability information:
http://www.crestron.com/downloads/pdf/product_brochures/crestron_makes_life_greener.pdf

6. Custom sustainable locally (Baltimore City) manufactured Fixtures, Furniture,

a. Manufacturer : Lukeworks
b. Main Features: Locally manufactured Bathroom Vanities and Kitchen cabinets with built in
sinks and made from sustainable and No VOC products: Bamboo and concrete.
c. LEED Credits:
1. Indoor Environmental Quality EQ 4.1 Low-Emitting Materials, Sealers.
2. Indoor Environmental Quality EQ 4.2 Low Emitting Materials, Paints and Coatings.
2. Indoor Environmental Quality EQ 4.3 Composite Wood and Agrifiber.
3. Materials and Resources MR 6 Rapidly Renewable Materials
4. Materials and Resources MR 7 Certified Wood
5. Materials and Resources MR 5.1 Regional Materials 10% Extracted, Processed &
Manufactured Regionally
6. Materials and Resources MR 5.2 Regional Materials 20% Extracted, Processed &
Manufactured Regionally
d. High Performance/ Sustainability information: http://www.lukeworks.com/about.html As a
consumer of raw materials we realize we have a responsiblity to our community and planet. LUKE WORKS strives to use
materials and products that do not harm our environment. We use sustainably harvested forest products as well as reclaimed
or recycled products whenever possible. We are always researching and testing new green and alternative products and
processes. We avoid the use of tropically harvested rainforest timber. And we use the latest solvent- and water-based wood
finishing products, which are low in VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) and are HAPs (Hazardous Air Pollutant) Free.
 /http://www.kone.com/countries/en_US/sustainability/ecoefficentdemo/Pages/default.aspx
http://www.kone.com/countries/en_US/sustainability/Documents/MKT-00-
5125_EcoSusFAQ.pdf

http://www.aercreteadvantagellc.com/aacbenefits.html
http://www.aercreteadvantagellc.com/greenleedtm.html

Eco Stucco LEED Statement

LEED Statement
Various green building programs have been developed to help reduce buildings’ impact on the
environment. The LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Green Building Rating
System, developed by the US Green Building Council, is one of the most widely used building
rating systems in Northern America.

Mediterranean Colors, LLC is dedicated to promote sustainable materials that maintain the
value of old and new buildings, while improving their energy efficiency, life cycle, impact on
occupants, and esthetic appeal. By specifying eco stucco™ products architects and designers can
significantly contribute to project’s rating toward LEED® certification.

eco stucco™ is a range of proprietary lime plasters designed to provide healthy, functional, and
sustainable mineral finishes for interior, exterior walls and ceilings. These finish systems
decorate and embellish walls & facades in the form of artistically hand-troweled artisan
plasters. Essentially composed of natural mineral with minimal but expert preparation, eco
stucco™ results in a long lasting crust of calcium carbonate derived from both the presence of
sand and the carbonation of lime.
MATERIAL & RESOURCES: MR 1-1 & MR 1-2
OBJECTIVE: Encourage the reuse of existing buildings, while extending their life cycle and
conserving resources, reducing waste, and reducing the environmental impacts of
manufacturing and transporting new materials.
SOLUTION: Resurfacing an existing building is carried-out to repair, protect, and embellish its
ceilings, walls and façades. Recommended eco stucco™ products used in this endeavor are:
UNILIME: Ready-mix lime base plaster

MATERIAL & RESOURCES: MR 2-1 & MR 2-2

OBJECTIVE: Minimize the amount of construction, demolition and land clearing debris that goes
to a landfill or incinerator by recycling and /or salvaging the debris for future use.
SOLUTION: eco stucco™ products are packaged in bags or pails that can typically be recycled
through traditional waste management programs. In addition, all eco stucco™ finish products
are tinted on the job-site, reducing leftover waste material.

MATERIAL & RESOURCES: MR 5-1 & MR 5-2

OBJECTIVE: Encourage the use of materials that are extracted and manufactured within 500
miles of the project location, thus reducing environmental impact caused by transportation of
materials.
SOLUTION: Typically, sand makes 50 to 70% of the material volume by weight of plaster. It is
resourced regionally near project sites where it is extracted. Recommended eco stucco™
products used in this endeavor are:
NHL 3.5
Job-mix hydraulic lime plaster binder for scratch and brown coats.
PRIMA: Job-mix hydrated & hydrated lime plaster binder for finish coats.

INDOOR ENVIRRONMENTAL QUALITY: IQ 4-1 & IQ 4-2

OBJECTIVE: Reduce indoor air contaminants that can be harmful to occupants and installers.
SOLUTION: During install and there ever after eco stucco™ base coats, finish coats, and natural
sealers emit no Volatile Organic Compounds, contributing to eliminate sick building syndrome
and other effects such as allergic sensitization or asthmatic symptoms.

INNOVATION IN DESIGN: ID 1-1 & ID 1-4

OBJECTIVE: Allow additional points to be awarded for exceptional performance beyond LEED
requirements, or for innovative performance in Green Building categories not addressed by the
rating system.
SOLUTION: Glass, smooth exterior finishes reduce the amount of maintenance to keep the
building clean. Additionally eco stucco™ has a longer life cycle compared to traditional
coatings, requiring fewer façade renovations over the life of the building. eco stucco™ also
offers an alternative to ceramic tiles, quarried stones, and bricks, contributing to fewer high-
embodied energy resources.



 



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