Georgia Institute of Technology

The Kendeda Building for Innovative Sustainable Design

The Kendeda Building for Innovative Sustainable Design at Georgia Tech stands as a beacon of transformative sustainable design in the Southeast. A product of a visionary partnership between The Kendeda Fund and Georgia Tech, this building is a Living Building Challenge, LEED Platinum, LEED Zero Energy, and LEED Zero Water certified marvel. Situated at the heart of the campus, it anchors the 8-acre Eco-Commons, offering a blend of active learning classrooms, administrative spaces, and exhibit areas. The design integrates the built environment harmoniously with the natural surroundings, fostering a dynamic setting for interdisciplinary education and research. Notably, the west-facing Regenerative Porch exemplifies this integration by providing shaded outdoor spaces that collect solar energy and rainwater. With accolades ranging from American Council of Engineering Companies awards to LEED recognitions, the Kendeda Building serves as a living laboratory, inspiring future generations with its regenerative capabilities and commitment to sustainable practices.

LOCATION

Atlanta, GA

GREEN PERFORMANCE

Living Building Challenge Certified,
LEED Platinum

SERVICES

Full Architectural and Interior Design
Sustainable Design
LEED Certification Coordination

SIZE

47,000 sf

PROJECT TYPE

Learning Spaces, Maker Labs, Net Positive Energy

AWARDS

American Institute of Architects
AIA National Honor Award

AIA Committee on the Environment
2021 COTE Top Ten

The Chicago Athenaeum
International Architecture Award

"Throughout the design, construction, and launch of what would be Georgia’s first Living Building, the LAS team demonstrated a commitment to the ethos of regenerative buildings. And now that it has been certified, LAS remains engaged in furthering The Kendeda Building’s mission of serving as a catalyst for change in the Southeast and beyond."

— Shan Arora, Director

The Kendeda Building's design fosters a harmonious link between indoor and outdoor spaces, exemplifying sustainable integration and enhancing interdisciplinary learning experiences.

The building employs rainwater, greywater, and stormwater systems to meet all water needs while replenishing the aquifer, ensuring resilience against droughts, and supporting ecological restoration in the EcoCommons.