Pub. 3 2020 Directory

43 The beautiful and intricate Maidu baskets and bowls weaved together with function and aesthetics in mind found their way into shaping the pool deck and its rings and the interplay of color and material of the cladding. Symbiotically the habits and traditions of the Maidu fit well with the site and program. In the summer, the Maidu structures would be built so that the opening faced east to catch the morning sun, and the walls of the structure (often made of cedar bark) were closed to the harsh afternoon sun from the west. The ‘breezeway’ connecting the key features of Altitude along the north-south spine features large operable doors and a rhythm of glass facing east to the pool deck and the morning sun to provide early-morning light and warmth to the morning users of the Fitness Center. Locating the project in a centralized location mitigated the need for a typical parking ratio, and indeed most visitors shuttle, walk or ride their bike to the facility. Western Red Cedar siding and soffiting is the primary material for its sustainable qualities and beauty. A highly efficient Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) HVAC system was chosen for its efficient moderating of the temperature swings, and envelope thermal values well above code requirements were achieved. The large openings were carefully chosen in location and design and glazed with thermal efficiency in mind. The natural lighting reduces the power demand, while the orientation and detailing reduce the amount of harmful glare in key areas. Locally-sourced materials reduced the amount of embodied energy, and local contractors were chosen where possible to reduce the amount of travel to the site and invest back into the local community. b