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Energy Conservation Projects of Confluence Architecture

Confluence Architecture can help you reach your energy and greenhouse gas emission goals; from the smallest off-grid cabin to large commercial and institutional buildings. Whether you are planning a high-performance building, increasing the efficiency of an existing building or simply trying to meet green codes in the most cost-effective way we can help.

 

 

 

   

The Glenwood Springs City Hall is an example of a building that had serious comfort issues and utility bills that were higher than they should have been. An energy audit revealed several areas were energy could be saved, but the only answer to solving the comfort problems was major air sealing. The following photos show before and after conditions found above the ceiling.

  Infrared image of the problem area above the ceiling Spray polyurethane foam to the rescue!
 

Infrared image of the problem area above the ceiling. The dark blue color is cold air being draw inside by wind pressure, stack effect and the building's own mechanical system.

Spray polyurethane foam to the rescue!

  Poor air sealing and insulation installation cost this building owner a lot of money. Now the rims are sealed tight as a drum

Poor air sealing and insulation installation cost this building a lot of comfort and money.

 

Now the rims are sealed tight as a drum

 

Ricky Smith of the City of Glenwood Springs says of Confluence Architecture, “…bent over backwards to help the City get this project completed.” “I would highly recommend…”

 
 

Other clients include; the Aspen Historical Society Museum in Aspen, Colorado and the Town of Snowmass Village’s Town Hall and Recreation Center. Plus art galleries, restaurants, hotels, condominium complexes and lots of houses. Also serving clients in Steamboat Springs, Telluride, Summit County, Moab, Grand Junction, Rifle, Basalt, Vail, Crested Butte and everywhere in between!