Sustainability Consulting Role: 

Gunnar Hubbard led the early design phase charrette, and Michael Pulaski PhD, provided principal oversight for the development of a custom sustainability project charter in collaboration with the design team to showcase the library as a model of the highest standards in healthy manufacturing practices. With a strong focus on eliminating "Red List" chemicals from targeted high priority materials, the team used this iconic building and prestigious design team to advocate for industry-wide transformation. (Work performed while employed at Thornton Tomasetti)

Climate-Positive Solutions Delivered:

• Adaptive reuse of 85% of existing structure

• 30+ products that contain third party certifications by organizations such as Declare Labels, Health Product Declarations, and Cradle to Cradle Certifications.

• 40+ Healthy Material Basis of Design products

• High-efficiency HVAC system sensitively integrated to preserve historic interiors

• Central oculus skylight and optimized window-to-wall ratio for daylighting

• Locally sourced and reclaimed materials

• Smart lighting and HVAC controls with occupancy sensors

Performance Outcomes:

• LEED Gold certification for historic renovation

• 50% energy reduction compared to typical library baseline

• Daylight reaching high percentage of occupied spaces

• Preservation of historic status while achieving modern performance

• Enhanced occupant comfort and indoor environmental quality