NJPA G REEN B UILDINGS
Mid Atlantic Real Estate Journal — Green Buildings — March 28 - April 10, 2014 — 19B
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Jones Lang LaSalle to handle leasing for the complex on behalf of WRIT Jones Lang LaSalle announces renovation of LEED EB Silver certified 550,000 s/f complex
YSONS, VA — Jones Lang LaSal le an- nounced that Wash- ington Real Estate Invest- ment Trust (WRIT) has started renovations at 7900 Westpark Dr., a three-build- ing, 550,000 s/f class A com- plex in the hub of Tysons. The exterior renovation of the Tower building is a “reskinning” project, where construction crews will work in vertical “drops” to remove the existing precast concrete façade and replace it with high-performance, two-story, unitized glass panels. When renovations are complete, the new glass panel system will offer a vastly improved tenant experience with floor-to-ceil- ing glass, enhanced window- line views and annual energy savings in excess of $100,000. The renovated complex will create a striking presence on the Capital Beltway. The work on the atriumwill T TOMS RIVER, NJ — Blackney Hayes Architects has announced the completion of the Gateway Academic Building on the 275-acre cam- pus of Ocean County College in Toms River. The Gateway Building is the result of a strategic partnership between OCC and Kean University and is designed to enhance the educational strengths of both institutions. “The Gateway is a trans- parent, natural and modern building that allows two insti- tutions to share space without losing their individual identi- ties,” said Kevin Blackney , architect. “It is also a sustain- able, 21st century learning environment with dramatic views of the landscape and ocean.” Designed to achieve LEED Silver, the five-story, 74,000 s/f facility is the tallest in Ocean County. It houses a
completely transform this existing six-story space, creat- ing a new amenity for 7900’s visitors and tenants. The new finishes will be clean and con- temporary, with glass hand- rails and metal clad columns offset against new terrazzo floors and wood accent walls. The atrium’s ground floor will be reconfigured to create an enlarged retail presence and more opportunities for infor- mal gatherings. There are also four levels of structured parking, and new escalators are planned to connect the parking garage to the office building. 7900 Westpark’s on-site amenities include an updated fitness center, conference facility, cafe, daycare center, convenience store with dry cleaner drop-off and common areas with wi-fi and plenty of seating for its tenants and guests. “Tysons is one of the few 210-seat lecture hall; four seminar rooms; a graphic de- sign studio; offices for 56 fac- ulty members; three lecture hall support rooms; twenty- five, 35-seat classrooms; two laptop computer labs; two 26- seat conference rooms; a 50- seat multipurpose room; pre- function preparation room; physical education / nursing demo room; coffee / snack kiosk in a student lounge; and an administrative office suite for Kean University and Ocean County College. “This unique partnership enables OCC students and area residents to complete the upper division courses re- quired for Kean undergradu- ate degree programs,” said OCC executive vice president JamesMcGinty . “We worked hard with Kean to design half of the building to reflect their needs and the other half to reflect ours.”
submarkets which saw growth at the end of 2013, and, giv- en the impending arrival of the Metro’s Silver Line and the property’s prime loca- tion and high visibility, it is an opportune time to start renovations,” said Thomas L. Regnell , senior vice president and managing director, Office Division, WRIT. “The reno- vations and new design will further enhance the striking presence of this building in Tysons.” Centrally located in the heart of Tysons with promi- nent visibility from I-495 and Route 123, 7900 Westpark Dr. is close to over 500 stores, upscale dining options, quick services restaurants and a 16-screen theater. The prop- erty offers easy access for com- muters. Metro’s new Silver Line Tysons Corner Station is just a five-minute walk away, and two 495 Express Lanes (Westpark Dr. and Jones
7900 Westpark Dr.
Branch Dr.) entry points are nearby. The complex recently re- ceived a LEED® EB Silver certification from the U.S. Green Building Council . WRIT now has eight LEED® EB certified properties and is
working toward more, along with additional Energy Star certifications, as part of its on- going sustainability program. Jones Lang LaSalle’s North- ern Virginia agency leasing team is handling leasing for the complex on behalf of WRIT.
Blackney Hayes designs one academic center for Kean University and Ocean County College
ers hope the ultramodern facility will capture imagina- tions too. “Students learn better in a room with lots of natural light,” said architect Darin Jellison . “Transparency, easy circulation patterns, and mod- The Gateway Academic Building
Walls of windows take ad- vantage of natural light and views of the ocean. The build- ing is called “Gateway” be- cause it divides the new and old OCC campus, offers new degree opportunities through the partnership, and design-
ern, flexible furniture were priorities for the design of the building.” The Building Team for the Gateway Academic Building also includes AKF Group , Macintosh Engineering , and Langan Engineering .
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