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UCSF Genentech Hall
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UCSF Genentech Hall, designed by SmithGroup, at San Francisco, California, 1999 to 2003.
A medical research laboratory and teaching building, with steel frame and glass construction, in a mild temperate climate and urban context, with sophisticated central HVAC systems and glazing providing a high level of overall energy efficiency.
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| Building Envelope |
R-19 wall insulation, R-21 roof insulation, and lightly tinted glazing with 0.26 U-value 0.36 shading coefficient, as well as fritted glass with slightly better performance.
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| Primary Structure |
Steel frame, composite metal decking.
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| Windows |
Lightly tinted glazing with 0.26 U-value and 0.36 shading coefficient as well as fritted glass with slightly better performance.
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| Cladding |
Several wall types are used, not LEED rated.
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| Roofing |
The building roof has an insulation value of R-21, rather than standard practice R-11.
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| Building Envelope Discussion |
UCSF Genentech Hall Building Envelope
With more efficient windows and better roof and wall insulation, the building envelope contributes to the overall 22.5% energy savings relative to minimum requirements.
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