It became evident to the city staff in spring 2006 that the effectiveness of the emergency services in Alexandria may be compromised by the desired layout and size of the proposed development. The resolution came in the form of the Station at Potomac Yard, a multi-use structure complete with a fire station on the first floor and upper levels consisting of retail space and four stories of residential housing. PYD and the city of Alexandria worked with architect Andy Caldwell and contractor Frank Curtis to create a building that was referenced in the Washington Business Journal as an “outstanding model of sustainable design.” The Station at Potomac Yard boasts 44 long-term affordable rental units and 20 apartments, built to the Atlanta area’s stringent EarthCraft standards for Green Building, while the ground floor was granted LEED certification.

The city’s goal to incorporate sustainable building principles in all facets of the project aligned perfectly with Integrity’s dedication to innovative, energy efficient products and practices. PYD selected 434 Integrity Wood-Ultrex Double Hung windows for their Energy Star performance, further reinforcing the building’s green design. Integrity’s 10 day delivery schedule and commitment to timely information exchange facilitated all communication and the resolution of any difficulties. Unparalleled service, matched with strong relationships in the industry gave this commercial project the opportunity to change and revitalize the Potomac yard community.

Although the fire station was only completed it 2009, its appearance is much more traditional and its architecture transforms the previous regional rail center. The Evergreen finish on the double hung windows flawlessly complements the station’s brick exterior and frames an even greener landscape outside. The fire station looks out to an open recreational area, ideal for socialization and fostering a sense of community. By improving public safety and infrastructure, exhibiting Smart Growth principles and meeting crucial requests for affordable housing, the Station at Potomac Yard stands as an excellent example for future collaborative housing authority projects.

Photos courtesy of Integrity Windows and Doors, Hayman Studio Inc.

The beautiful Greenwich Water Club offers the very best in waterfront recreation. Built in Cos Cob, Conn., on the banks of the Mianus River, the Greenwich Water Club is a unique four-season retreat.

It has a state-of-the-art rowing facility and a fitness center with a NCAA-sized pool. An inn, marina and restaurant let members enjoy more than just athletics at the Greenwich Water Club.

When members are looking out the windows at the water view, they’re looking through Integrity windows. Wood-Ultrex windows offer the dual advantage of a traditional-looking wood interior with the high-performance exterior of Ultrex. The real pine wood interiors, stop sash only simulated divided lites and factory white pre-finish help to give the club’s interior spaces their character. The exterior, made with Ultrex, was a perfect fit for coastal conditions.

The result is a low-maintenance New England colonial clubhouse that incorporates 21st century building products and techniques that provide members with a place where everyone can leave the worries of the world behind and enjoy the water.

Part of this effort included expanding and updating the school’s facilities and buildings. This was a difficult task, as with any school, due to the limited time between school years and the mandate that school activities experience minimal disruption. Integrity’s consistent 10 calendar-day delivery allowed for certain phases of Darlington’s project to be completed in a compressed timeline that no other window manufacturer could meet.

Darlington also wanted the project to reduce its impact on the environment as a whole, particularly on its stunning 400-acre campus. The new middle school is being constructed using USGBC LEED certification principles, while many older systems and components throughout the entire campus are being upgraded through the use of newer technologies and building practices. Integrity Windows durable Ultrex construction, Energy Star-qualified performance, strong NFRC and WDMA ratings, and sound manufacturing practices made the selection of Integrity a logical choice for Darlington’s green-inspired project.

Finally, preserving the beauty and architectural integrity of the 100-year-old school’s buildings was a paramount concern. The marvelous brick buildings and classic double-hung windows exude the tradition and heritage of this fine institution, and the windows being used for the project needed to possess the appropriate fit and finish. Integrity’s wood interiors, neatly mitered corners, sloped sills, clean and balanced sight lines, simulated divided lites and elegant radius profiles delivered on this requirement flawlessly.