1. ICONIC VILLAGE
-CLUBHOUSE-
Location: San Marcos, TX
Developers: Iconic Development, LLC
Interior Designer: Regan Baker Design
TARA BAKER-PARIES
2. Overview & Scope
Update Clubhouse Interiors & Amenities
• Resort-Inspired • Manager’s Office
• Video Game Room • Leasing Agent’s Desk
• Complimentary Coffee Café • Community Living
• Computer/Study Center • Wi-Fi enabled
Design Approach
Reconfigure the floor plan for multiple activity use while creating an inviting
atmosphere with “green” materials, furniture, fixtures and equipment.
No demolition is required; use existing space as is.
3. Building Assessment
Existing Conditions
Building Site Interfaces
• Front door faces Northwest
• Large tree in front of property which shades that side of the building
Home performance
• Currently unknown
Mechanical systems
• Electrical – replace all lighting with more energy efficient options
• Provide Better IAQ & IEQ
Interior spaces
• Reorganization and better use of space including placement of furniture
Materials
• Existing carpet, flooring, etc. will need to be properly disposed
• Replace all surface materials with sustainable products
Hazards
• Asbestos may be located in the ceiling
5. Existing Floor Plan
•Single Pane
Windows
•Non-functional
Furniture
•Incandescent
Lighting
•Unknown Paint &
Plaster Sources
•Wall to Wall
Carpet
KEY Building Envelope Floor HVAC
Furniture Wall & Ceiling Electrical/Lighting
6. Strategies
Building Envelope
• Upgrade or replace existing windows and doors; Use high-performance windows
• Specify different glazings for different window orientations
• Weather-strip doors and windows
• Use Low Voc Paint
Furniture and Fittings
• Consider cleaning and donating existing furniture
• Purchase most durable furniture possible within given budget
• Select solid furniture made from green and safe sources
• Evaluate use of cabinetry and furniture made from particleboard or MDF
• Select materials that are easy to clean
• Select upholstered furniture with care
• Minimize use of plush and porous materials
• Choose environmentally preferable fabrics
• Select furniture from suppliers that practice fair and safe manufacturing processes
7. Strategies
HVAC
• Provide fresh air as part of ventilation system
• Make sure ducting is clean
• Install programmable thermostats
• Properly commission new (or tune existing) HVAC systems
• Provide for additional ventilation and air-conditioning needs in certain activity areas
Lighting and Electrical
• Provide day lighting
• Provide appropriate mix of color-correct ambient and task lighting
• Provide adaptable lighting for multiuse spaces
• Install energy-efficient electric lighting
• Provide controllable interior shading and occupancy sensors
Equipment
• Manage phantom loads (vampire appliances)
• Select energy-efficient Energy Star–rated office equipment
8. Strategies
Wall and Ceiling
• Install environmentally preferable interior sheathing
• Select environmentally preferable interior doors
• Use low- or zero-VOC interior paints and finishes
• Consider natural finishes
• Use appropriate sheens for paints and finishes
• Consider alternative wall covering products
• Limit use of VOC-emitting wall coverings
• Use low- or zero-VOC construction adhesives, caulking, and sealants
• Consider tile and tile trim pieces with recycled content
Floors and Flooring Products
• Consider reuse of existing flooring and subflooring
• Choose hard-surface flooring
• Consider flooring made from natural or rapidly renewable materials
• Use area rugs instead of wall-to-wall carpeting
9. Strategies
To Consider
General Design and Construction Strategies
• Manage noise
• Design with air quality in mind
• Design for sustainable lifestyle
• Control spread of pollutants
• Test for and appropriately handle hazardous materials
Plumbing
• Install low water–use kitchen & bathroom faucets
• Install Energy Efficient Appliances
• Install Low Flow Toilets
Use
• Use environmentally preferable cleaning materials and strategies
• Properly maintain equipment
• Install CO and smoke alarms
• Educate residents on green living
