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| The building combines state-of-the-art structural, mechanical, and electrical systems with a super-efficient thermal envelope using natural building materials (including straw bale and interior walls using clay straw infill) in a unique way to not only provide a thermal mass but also a hygric mass to control humidity in the building. |
| The Sota Construction Office Building also incorporates a biophillic space to provide a supplemental heat source during the winter months as well as exterior exhaust/fresh air intake for the building's environment. |
| This work builds on the work of the internationally renowned ARUP's Chris Twinn along with Boston-based Building Science Corporation and Iams Consulting based in Pittsburgh. The goal for this project is to make it a net-zero energy building through low energy, consumption grid-tied roof-mounted photovoltaic, geothermal heat pumps, and radiant heating and cooling. |
| The Sota Construction Office Building embodies a new view of civilization for the 21st century as expressed by Soichiro Fukutake, president of the Benesse Corporation: 'Use what exists to create what is to be.' |
| This project won the 2012 Eagle Award from the Associated Builders and Contractors of Western PA. |
| What Our Clients Say |
"In addition to doing a good quality job, Sota was easy to work with and was of great help in the Value Engineering process necessary to bring the scope of work in line with the available funding."
"Sota staff were outstanding team players working with our staff in a unified and cohesive manner to project and eliminate many numerous on-site obstacles."
"Sota's efforts have transformed a symbol of inner city blight into a remarkable development for unique near-downtown housing."
"I have worked with many other general contractors and feel that your firm has provided the highest quality product."
"Sota's attention to detail, quality of craftsmanship, and responsiveness to clients' needs are indicative of your commitment to providing the highest level of service to your clients."
"Sota has extensive knowledge of sustainable design and energy use in buildings as well as understanding innovative energy systems."
"We were appreciative of the proactive role you played in bringing about an affordable project and assisting us in incorporating as many environmentally friendly features as possible."
"You really exemplify the best in the business and we are grateful."
"Perhaps the best reference I can give is that we would hire Sota Construction Services, Inc. again if a need would arise in the future."
"We have always received a high level of construction quality, enthusiasm and professionalism for our developments from Sota Construction."
"Sota stood out among the rest for their demonstrated commitment to sustainability and overall company vision of a consistent, integrated, project team process."
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