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Artists for Humanity EpiCenter

Richard Mandelkorn, Arrowstreet

Artists for Humanity EpiCenter

Boston

Architect/Engineer: Arrowstreet
Owner: Artists for Humanity
Year Built: 2004
Size: 23,500 sq. ft.
LEED Level: Platinum

The arts organization's building features the largest solar panel array in Boston. Natural ventilation is used instead of air-conditioning and north- and south-facing glass walls provide passive heating and cooling as well as daylight for the interior. Excess rainwater is also collected and used to irrigate the center's landscape.