Construction has begun by Boldt on the $35 million Encircle Health Medical Offices, a 165,000 s.f. facility in Appleton, WI. Scheduled to open in October 2009.

This unique facility will house Primary Care Physicians, Outpatient Treatment, Orthopedic, Pulmonary, Urology, Endoscopy and a full radiology wing.

Minimized construction footprint, energy-efficient shading and low energy HVAC and lighting schemes are just a few of the features that will help the building achieve the LEED-NC silver Certification. 

Building footprint: Minimized to limit disturbance to native soils and plant specimens, and to maintain erosion control and native habitat for wildlife.

Native and adaptive plant/landscape choices selected specifically to capitalize on ambient moisture and reduce the need for additional irrigation.

Interior and exterior lighting schemes minimize trespass of light to outside of building and off of the project site, helping eliminate unwanted glare.

Heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems have been designed to be 26% more energy efficient than industry standards require.

Interior building materials contain no formaldehyde and low levels of volatile organic compounds, helping ensure healthful indoor air quality.

Solar Panels: Used for domestic water heating - the system will handle 60-75% of the annual load with an approximate 7 year payback.

Zoned and task lighting designs reduce total amounts of energy needed to light work areas and promote productivity, comfort and well-being of building occupants.