In hot humid climates we tend to shade open spaces or design it as an Atrium, and since it's a "pedestrian oriented accessible space" would this space still qualify for SS C5.2 ? or it has to be open to sky? Note: if its not shaded,, no one will use it.. This case is always happening in shopping malls/hotels..etc..

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Emily Catacchio

Sustainability Specialist

Wight and Company

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Thu, 04/05/2012 - 20:01

If an atrium is entirely enclosed it cannot promote biodiversity nor provide habitat for wildlife, therefore those spaces would not comply.

Tristan Roberts

Representative

Vermont House of Representatives

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Fri, 04/06/2012 - 14:53

I would disagree a little with Emily. This credit emphasizes open vegetated space, while SSc5.1 emphasizes habitat.I could see an argument for an atrium contributing to this credit, especially if it is more like an outdoor space than most atriums I've seen, which are tiled indoor spaces with potted plants. No guarantees, but you could make a case for it.

Ahmed Mosa

Sustainability Consultant - Sustainable Design Researcher

P&T Architects and Engineers

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Wed, 04/11/2012 - 13:13

Thanks Emily and Tristan for the replies, i will try to make a case for it as its not conventional Atrium and will be used for creating micro climates for agriculture.

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