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Environmentally Friendly Green Studio
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In keeping with the Texas Industrial Deco
style SSD worked closely with Evergreen Architects to create
this beautifully custom designed studio. Some of the studio
features include:
Auralex Elite Wall System with
S-Core, SheetBlok sound barrier, SSD custom designed deco
molding, SSD Custom acoustic ceiling and wall panels with
Interface fabric, SSD custom console with Environ
biocomposite, SSD custom designed studio window featuring
electric glass, Audio Tile ShockWave in control room, SSD
custom designed speaker bracket, and Bamboo and recycled tire
flooring.
Suffolk Studio Design
is proud to be a top designer in the
country that not only designs world-class studios with optimum
performance, but strives to do so with environmentally
friendly construction materials.
Bio-based Fabrics
What are we talking about?
Bio-based fibers are derived from starch-based agricultural products such as corn, rice and beets. The starch portion of these crops are converted into sugar and fermented to produce lactic acid, which is then processed and polymerized to form polylactic acid. (PLA). PLA polymers are then spun into fiber - marketed under the brand name Ingeo fibers.
Why bio-based alternatives?
Conventional textiles are petroleum-based - they are manufactured using materials drawn from a finite pool of natural resources. Bio-based textiles are manufactured using materials that are renewable - anything they take from the environment can be put back in.
Bio-based solutions represent another step in Interface Fabrics' journey to sustainability.
What are the benefits?
In contrast to recycled polyester fiber production, there is no antimony (a heavy metal) in the production of PLA. PA uses 20-50% fewer fossil fuel resources than traditional hydrocarbon resins - meaning fewer greenhouse gas emissions. PLA-based fabrics are completely biodegradable back into lactic acid at the end of their service lives - we are working on a formal reclamation and composting protocol through or ReSKU TM program.
What are the uses?
PLA fibers are similar to polyester synthetic fibers and are ideal for a range of textile products and applications, starting with panel fabrics and extending to additional possibilities currently in development.
What about genetically modified organisms (GMOs)?
PLA does not contain GMOs - it is produced from the starch component of #2 feed corn, some of which may be sourced from farms using genetically modified seed, but the corn-to-PLA conversion process does not involve the modified portions of the corn plant. We believe that pursuing PLA products is far more sustainable than continuing to rely on petroleum-derived materials.
Becoming part of the bio-based business cycle at this early stage gives us the opportunity to influence the market towards sustainable processes, including organic farming methods.
Are we impacting the food supply?
No - the yellow com #2 used for PLA is not considered food-grade corn for human consumption. Corn supplying the PLA market is typically overproduction of animal feed, and will be grown with or without the decision to manufacture PLA.
About Terratex®
The essence of the Terratex® brand is to diminish the footprint InterfaceFABRIC leaves on the planet. This commitment symbolizes the best way of doing business. InterfaceFABRIC continues to spearhead efforts to develop ever more sustainable products. These products respond to the growing need to lessen demands on and of the environment. The expanded Terratex offerings include fabrics concepted and engineered out of recycled, recyclable and compostable materials. These initiatives provide the blueprint to enable you to make a difference.
S-Core
S-Core is made of recycled cotton core with black/white scrim on either side. It has a class A fire rating. It is a 2' X 4' X 1" panel that is used as a replacement for 3-6 lbs 1" fiberglass used for acoustic treatment.
Fiberglass can dry out after a few years creating dust particles that become airborne and this can affect the environment in a studio. S-Core is easy to work with. It does not irritate the skin like fiberglass and is environmentally friendly.
A growing trend in America, and throughout the world, is the demand for environmentally sound panel products. Now, with the continuing regulation of the lumber and building industries there is a growing need for durable, affordable, environmentally friendly alternatives in today's marketplace. The unique manufacturing process does not destroy trees; it utilizes recycled materials and abundant renewable agricultural resources.
ENVIRONMENTAL:
Decorative Panel solutions for LEED Projects
100% VOC and Formaldehyde Free
Made from Recycled and Rapidly Renewable Resources
ELEGANT:
High End Surfaces with Character, Warmth & Richness
Environ ® Features a Granite-Like Appearance
Dakota Burl Offers the Look of Natural Burled Wood
BIOFIBER TM Wheat Presents a Golden Fiber Pattern
ECONOMICAL:
Cost Competivtive Panel Option
Advanced Technology Yields Performance & Value
Dakota Burl® composite is a unique bio-based material, which exhibits the beauty and elegance of traditional burled woods. The material is created from an agricultural fiber, sunflower hulls, making this a beautiful environmental option to hardwood.
Dakota Burl® can be used naturally or stained with conventional wood stains to achieve a wide range of distinctive colors. Stained or natural.
Dakota Burl® offers a beautiful, visually textured alternative to traditional wood. Dakota Burl® is ideal for a wide variety of interior applications.
BIOFIBERTM Wheat is created from a rapidly renewable agricultural resource, wheat-straw, which offers a rich golden alternative to traditional hardwood or panel products.
BIOFIBERTM is extremely versatile and can be used in a variety of decorative interior applications.
What is LEED®?
The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating SystemT is the nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction, and operation of high performance green buildings.
LEED gives building owners and operators the tools they need to have an immediate and measurable impact on their buildings' performance.
LEED promotes a whole-building approach to sustainability by recognizing performance in five key areas of human and environmental health: sustainable site development, water savings, energy efficiency, materials selection, and indoor environmental quality.
LEED provides a roadmap for measuring and documenting success for every building type and phase of a building lifecycle.
MICROSTRANDT
Environ also offers MICROSTRANDTM, a line of industrial grade materials. These materials make an excellent replacement for various custom particleboard and/or plywood applications.
Environ biocomposite®
The Environ biocomposite® product line is made from recycled newsprint, a soy-based resin and color additives.
Environ biocomposite® is sold in 3'x6' sheet stock and available in various thicknesses.
This interior decorative material is available in the following colors:
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Emerald
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Sunset
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Mocha-Granite
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Jade
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Imperial
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Vermilion
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Gray-Granite
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Lapis
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BIOPLYT utilizes the granite-like beauty of Environ© on its surfaces, with a lightweight wheat straw core to provide a high-performance alternative for work surfaces and tables.
