BJAC, an architectural company providing expert services for completing intricate institutional construction projects, declared that UNC Hospitals Imaging & Spine Center, placed on N.C. 54 in Chapel Hill, has received LEED Silver Certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. The company has provided its services for the project.
UNC Hospitals Imaging & Spine Center. Credit: UNC Hospitals
LEED is a prominent program that certifies aspects such as operation, construction and design of a green building. LEED certified construction utilizes less quantity of energy by cutting down of the green house gas emissions hence ensuring a healthier environment for society, workers and residents and saving taxpayers money.
The Imaging & Spine Center managed by UNC Health Care provides imaging and spine care services in a single location. The center which commenced its operations in January 2011 has received LEED Silver certification for the installed construction and design features in the building which makes the building energy efficient while contributing significantly to the community and the environment.
The Imaging and Spine Center at UNC Hospitals provides a complete range of imaging and screening services. The facility incorporates latest technology for early diagnosis of problems by enabling immediate viewing of images by a network of hospital physicians for improved health care. The facility provides comprehensive type of services for all injuries and conditions related to spine thus ensuring personal care for the patients.
BJAC, PA, has design expertise to provide services to research, education and healthcare projects. The company offers services such as contract administration, design build, construction management, interior design, master planning, and design, pre-design and architectural design. The company established in 1994 is one among the woman-owned architectural design companies in the Southeast.
Source: http://www.unchealthcare.org