During the construction process, the El Moore has taken a very calculated approach to reduce the amount of waste produced from the build. To meet the goals of reducing the build’s waste by 50% and using at least 25% of total build materials that are reclaimed, a great deal of planning has been involved. Especially …
Construction has been keeping up a brisk pace the past couple of weeks, with favorable weather and a good crew helping to move things along. Signs of the work are obvious from the outside – the elevator tower has grown to meet the roof, and the rooftop cabins are getting sided quickly – but inside …
Some people have a knack for seeing treasure where others may only see trash. I like to think I am one of those people, although my adventures are usually limited to a thrift store or yard sale. When I am evaluating whether or not I need to rescue yet another piece of furniture, I am …
When you work with a commitment to reusing material, it can be just as much about preserving history as it is about keeping materials out of our landfills. Every once in a while you get the amazing reward of being able to do both and you’re reminded why this work is so important for our …
Valued for it ability to be easily carved (worked) into intricate designs, sandstone is also a relatively soft stone that erodes easily, especially with the extreme freeze/thaw cycles that Michigan experiences. As part of our restoration efforts at the El Moore we’ve been evaluating the condition of its 116 year old face. Having sat vacant …
One of the stated goals of the El Moore project is to reduce the building’s environmental impact by using only 25% of the average demand for energy of a building its size. To accomplish this goal, the development team identified five areas in which the most dramatic impact could be made in terms of energy …
The unusually cool and dry weather has provided pleasant working conditions for the crew working on the El Moore this week. Up on the roof, where cool breezes pour through the cabins, workers are installing new doorwalls and windows, providing spectacular views of the surrounding neighborhood. Weatherized metal siding is continuing to be added to …
To maintain the ‘Triple Bottom Line’ the El Moore development team approached multiple areas within the bottom line categories of environment, economic and community to set specific goals. These goals are area specific and purposefully try to positively affect the building’s sustainability through certain actions. The areas being approached for development are Energy, Waste, Water, …
