An environmental education center that generates more power than it uses and treats its own stormwater runoff. Indoor and outdoor rooms are learning environments to connect visitors to their surroundings. Innovative materials are showcased which are beautiful, durable, and cost-effective.
Santa Barbara, CA
Architecture, Landscape
Santa Barbara Beautiful Award, Best Commercial Remodel
Santa Barbara Contractors Association, Best Commercial Green Building
AIACC, Citation Award of Merit, Savings by Design, Energy Efficiency Integration Awards
National Remodelers’ Association, Chrysalis Adaptive Re-use Awards, Best Commercial Remodel in Southern California
Blackbird Team | Adam Sharkey, Ken Radtkey Landscape Architect | VAI Van Atta Associates Inc. Structural Engineer | John Oeltman Engineers Mechanical Engineer | Mechanical Engineering Consultants Electrical Engineer | JMPE Electrical Engineering Civil Engineer | Mike Gones Engineers Contractor | Allen Construction