Describing Live Oak Bank's second building for Thursday's awards presentation, presenter Dylan McDonnell wrote: "Tucked away behind the pine barrens, unseen from major roadways and backing up to conservation land, this project blends right in the scenery. Utilizing local materials, LED lighting, efficient electrical, air handling, windows and doors and a parking design unlike anything I have seen, this project is THE model for office building designs."
According to a New Hanover County news release on the awards, the New Hanover County Cape Fear Museum Park, which opened in September 2015, was recognized "for its innovative green space that features an interconnected park-like landscape, smart storm-water management and engaging hands-on educational exhibits. The park was transformed from a former parking lot to bring the museum’s interpretive approach to history and science outdoors."
The county building at 320 Chestnut St. was completed in October 2015 and features the county’s first green roof, the release said. As part of the major renovation, according to the release, a roof garden was planted "to extend the usefulness of the new roof membrane, to provide natural cooling, and to reduce the environmental and financial cost of stormwater runoff."
“New Hanover County is delighted to be recognized for our innovation and stewardship in the community,” county manager Chris Coudriet said in the release. “As an organization, we are committed to serving the community through good governance.”
The New Hanover County Register of Deeds office, currently located at 216 N. Second St., is moving to 320 Chestnut St. on April 1, according to the office's Web page. The Department of Community and Justice Services, the public defender and the Guardian ad Litem offices are already located in the refurbished building.
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