Tenant corridors are transitional areas leading from one space to another. Try to limit the amount of corridors by using space efficiently and using open offices in order to maximize functional space and limit the need to condition non-active space. Use careful HVAC zoning and lighting controls to save energy. To conserve materials, use carpet tiles to enable targeted replacement of worn carpet in high traffic areas. View Planning Strategies

• Windows and Daylighting

• Windows and Daylighting

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• Lighting

• Lighting

  • Use daylight sensor controls that turn off electric lighting in response to natural light levels to reduce energy consumption. When used in combination with occupant sensors, a sustainable lighting control program can have significant benefits.
  • Limit the use of accent lighting to specific artwork, menu boards, and educational items to reduce energy consumption.
  • Incorporate daylighting or views to the outside to create an inviting, ascetically pleasing environment as natural light is usually preferred to artificial lighting.

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• Flooring

• Flooring

  • Dry vacuum regularly and follow with a wet vacuum water extraction machine when necessary to protect indoor air quality.
  • Evaluate sustainable attributes such as high recycled content and low VOC's to determine the most appropriate sustainable product for the space. Remember that adhesives may be required for flooring, and these may add VOC's even if the finish flooring does not.
  • Prevent stains by cleaning up spills promptly, starting with cold water and blotting cloths.

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• Ceiling

• Ceiling

  • Use acoustical ceiling tiles with high Noise Reduction Coefficients (NRC) to reduce noise pollution and allow for ease of access to the plenum space for maintenance.
  • Use light-colored ceiling tiles to reflect daylight to allow natural light to effectively move throughout the space.
  • Evaluate sustainable attributes such as regional manufacturing, recycled content, and low VOC to determine the most appropriate materials to use for a sustainable ceiling.

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• Walls

• Walls

  • Consider replacing part of the standard wall with interior glazing to allow natural light to penetrate into the interior space.
  • Use durable wall base materials such as rubber or hard wood to serve as a protective border.
  • Consider demountable walls or partitions that can be moved and altered to create different types of spaces to meet the needs of the occupants.

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• HVAC

• HVAC

  • Planned in advance and separately zone HVAC in the corridor and set temperatures to conserve energy.
  • Ensure the air supplied by the HVAC system is properly conditioned - providing comfortable temperature ranges, removing moisture and air contaminants such as odors, dust, and carbon dioxide. Proximity to an exterior wall should be evaluated to minimize ductwork.
  • Ensure the minimum level, or higher, of outside air is circulated within occupied spaces to increase indoor air quality.

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