Remodel – community center | 2011

Owner The Portland Alumnae Chapter of the Delta Sigma Authority

Architect | Designer Nye Architecture LLC   

General Contractor Colas Construction Inc

Engineer TM Rippey Consulting Engineers  

Landscape Architect | Designer Vita Nuova LLC  

The June Key Delta sorority, founded by African American women in 1945, sees their renovation of a 1967 brownfield as an opportunity to grow and share restorative design from grassroots efforts. A Living Building Challenge project, the center offers event space and a gallery for community group use. Their community garden is on the adjoining lot. Don't miss their visiting art exhibit from Costa Rica displayed on recycled doors. 

Energy

advanced thermal envelope (wall assembly)       
ductless mini-split
ground source heat pump
solar PV array

Water

gray water reuse (interior)
high-efficiency fixtures

Site

bioswale
native plants
pervious hardscape
rainwater harvesting (irrigation)
brownfield reclamation

Materials and Indoor Air Quality

construction waste minimization                  
natural or zero-toxicity
recycled-content
shipping container

Lifestyle

accessibility features
food garden
social sustainability and impact

Certifications and Programs

Green Investment Fund  
Living Building Challenge
One Percent for Green

Drop-in workshop Living Building Challenge 3:00pm

This building is wheelchair accessible.