Brock Environmental Center, Environmental education building in Virginia Beach, US
The Brock Environmental Center spans 10,500 square feet and features large windows that maximize natural light throughout its single-floor structure.
SmithGroup completed this sustainable architecture project in 2014, establishing new standards for environmental construction practices in the United States.
The center brings together environmental organizations, educators, and community members through workshops and programs focused on marine ecosystem protection.
The building operates with 168 rooftop solar panels providing 60 percent of energy needs while two wind turbines generate the remaining 40 percent.
This facility treats harvested rainwater to federal drinking standards through an advanced filtration system, making it the first commercial building to achieve this certification.
Location: Virginia Beach
Inception: 2014
Architects: SmithGroup
Floors above the ground: 1
GPS coordinates: 36.90390,-76.09800
Latest update: March 8, 2025 03:17
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