Marion Fire Station No. 1

[{"body":{"version":"0.3.0","atoms":[],"cards":[],"markups":[],"sections":[[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Situated in the northern part of rapidly\ngrowing Marion, Iowa, this new 21,200-square-foot fire station relies on\nbiophilic design principles to support firefighters\u2019 physical and mental\nwellness. The station is the third such facility for Marion but the first to be\nbuilt since 1991 when the city was less than half its current size. The\nstation\u2019s location ensures the department meets national response time\nstandards as Marion grows. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"The city had been planning a third station for\nmore than 15 years, and an accreditation study confirmed what Marion already\nknew: four stations would be required to provide adequate emergency response.\nAs Station No. 1 became a top priority, Marion\u2019s development director presented\nthe concept of biophilic design to the city council and other leadership teams.\nThose concepts resonated deeply with Marion\u2019s fire chief, who hoped the station\nwould set a new benchmark for how design can reduce post-traumatic stress\ndisorder in firefighters. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"The team anchored the station\u2019s plan and\nmassing in a two-story apparatus bay. Full-height glass doors on its north and\nsouth elevations help maximize daylight and emphasize a new connection with the\ncommunity. Extending to the east, shou sugi ban wood, charred using controlled\nfire, wraps the station\u2019s living and office spaces, providing a texture that\ncontrasts with the smooth panes of glass. Interior spaces are complemented by\ntwo ipe wood terraces sheltered by a roof and wall trellis, while a green roof\nsurrounds all living spaces and sleeping rooms. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Mediating a tree grove and history wall, the\nstation\u2019s lobby was stretched to provide first-level circulation. A welcoming,\nlight-filled space, the lobby provides direct views into the apparatus bay and\nshowcases the department\u2019s rich history. Living areas, wrapped with full-height\nglazing and exposed wood ceilings, include a full kitchen, family-style table,\nand a gaming area to ensure the firefighters have ample space to rest and\nrecharge. Circadian rhythm-based lighting synchronizes the occupants\u2019 sleep-wake\ncycle, and escalating alarms reduce the physiological and psychological stress\nupon waking. "]]],[1,"blockquote",[[0,[],0," \u201cIt is surprising to see wood used as a material in a fire station, but it provides the human touch that firefighters need for their workspace. The attention to the firefighters\u2019 needs is so apparent in how the team shaped the station\u2019s daylighting and congregate spaces. It serves as a very different example of what a fire station can be.\u201d - Jury comment"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Throughout the station\u2019s spaces, strategic\nsequencing between the bays and living areas helps mitigate exposure to\ncarcinogens found in fire and ash to help protect the firefighters\u2019 health. The\nopposing side of the bays contains a hose-drying tower that doubles as a\ntraining area and a retention pond for simulated ice rescues. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Since officially opening following an August\n2021 ribbon-cutting ceremony, the new station has improved the firefighters\u2019\nwell-being. The surrounding community has greeted the station as a welcome\naddition to the neighborhood and recognizes it as an embodiment of Marion\u2019s\naspirations to \u201cReach Higher.\u201d"]]]]},"title":"Project Highlights"},{"body":{"version":"0.3.0","atoms":[],"cards":[],"markups":[["a",["href","https:\/\/www.aia.org\/resources\/6077668-framework-for-design-excellence","target","_new"]],["strong"],["em"]],"sections":[[1,"h2",[[0,[],0,"AIA Framework for Design Excellence"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"The "],[0,[0],1,"AIA Framework for Design Excellence"],[0,[],0," represents the defining principles of good design in the 21st century. 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"],[0,[],0,"Yes"]]],[1,"h2",[[0,[],0,"Design for Equitable Communities"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"Level of community engagement:"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"* Involve: Stakeholders were involved throughout most of the\nprocess\n."]]],[1,"h2",[[0,[],0,"Design for Ecosystems"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"Site area that supported vegetation (landscape or green roof) pre-development: "],[0,[],0,"100%"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"Site area that supports vegetation post-development: "],[0,[],0,"59%"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"Site area covered by native plants supporting native or migratory species and pollinators:"],[0,[],0," 39%"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"Strategies used to promote Design for Ecosystems:"],[0,[],0," Biodiversity, Dark\nskies, Bird safety, Abatement of specific regional environmental concerns"]]],[1,"h2",[[0,[],0,"Design for Water"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"Is potable water used for irrigation?"],[0,[],0," No"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"Is potable water used for cooling?"],[0,[],0," Yes"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"Is grey\/blackwater reused on-site?"],[0,[],0," No"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"Is rainwater collected on-site?"],[0,[],0," No"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"Stormwater managed on-site:"],[0,[],0," 100%"]]],[1,"h2",[[0,[],0,"Design for Energy"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"2030 Commitment baseline EUI:"],[0,[],0," 79 kBtu\/sf\/yr"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"Predicted net EUI including on-site renewables:"],[0,[],0," 32.9 kBtu\/sf\/yr"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"Reduction from the benchmark: "],[0,[],0,"58%"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"Is the project all-electric?"],[0,[],0," Yes"]]],[1,"h2",[[0,[],0,"Design for Well-being"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"Level of air filters installed: "],[0,[],0,"Less than MERV 9"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"Was a \u201cchemicals of concern\u201d list used to inform material selection?"],[0,[],0," Yes"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"Do greater than 90% of occupied spaces have a direct view to the outdoors? 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"],[0,[],0,"No, but a POE will be conducted."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"Building performance transparency steps taken:"]]],[3,"ul",[[[0,[],0,"Present the\ndesign, outcomes, and\/or lessons learned to the office."]],[[0,[],0,"Present the design, outcomes, and\/or lessons learned\nto the profession. "]],[[0,[],0,"Present the design, outcomes, and\/or lessons learned to the public.\n"]]]],[1,"h2",[[0,[],0,"Disclaimer"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[2],1,"This information is being provided as a convenience and has been prepared by third parties. It is provided for informational purposes only. Providing this material does not constitute an endorsement or approval by AIA of any of the information. AIA bears no responsibility for the accuracy, legality, or content of this information. Please use at your own discretion."]]]]},"title":"Framework for Design Excellence"}]