Commercial: Engineered water asset management is a key to boosting property value. By reducing upfront capital expenses by over 40% and reducing on-going water cost by up to 60%, Hines Inc plays a vital role in protecting your investment.
Here is a small selection of our commercial work
The Star
Site
Frisco, TX
client
Bluestar Land
size
100 Acres
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Hines has been honored to provide master planning, design, and construction services for the first phase of this exciting 800-acre, $1 Billion development. Key services include: water source development planning to match well development to short & long term irrigation water needs; non-potable irrigation system development; and integrating a technology package to facilitate simple, long-term management
What we accomplished:
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Working with the City of Frisco, Hines Engineers developed a site-wide reclaimed water irrigation distribution system allowing the Owner to provide high quality, low cost water to all tenants & common space. Increased property value and long-term landscape health and vitality at a fraction of the cost.
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Working closely with multiple project stakeholders, Hines Engineers provided custom coordination and design requirements for professional sports field landscape, over structure irrigation system planning, & mechanical system design.
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Hines completed on-site system review & developed project as-builts providing the Owner & Property Manager with key tool for long-term, low cost system management.
625 E. Hyman Ave
site
Aspen, CO
size
40,000 square feet
client
Connect One Design
Known as “Muse” by Aspen residents, this luxurious glass and steel masterpiece is committed to luxury and livability. Muse features a rooftop garden, deck, and pool which contribute to its modern and sustainable design.
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What we accomplished:
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We implemented advanced irrigation techniques that minimize water usage and support sustainable living.
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By utilizing drip irrigation systems and smart moisture sensors, we effectively reduced water waste by a considerable amount.
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Our team’s dedication ensured healthy plant growth across the rooftop garden, vegetated roof, and plantings.
The Spring Building
site
Aspen, CO
size
40,000 square feet
client
Connect One Design
This innovative, mixed-use development maximizes the use of green technologies and engages both tenants and visitors through its collaborative, livable, and sustainable design.
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What we accomplished:
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Our team designed the irrigation systems for two street level gardens that engage the public and create spaces to gather and connect, while creating a welcoming atmosphere.
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Xeriscaping, the use of water-conserving landscaping, uses specific plants and irrigation techniques to cut down water usage. We designed with this new technology in mind to make water conservation the first priority.
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Hines designed to accommodate a green roof with over 1,000 plants and perennials, and living walls with xeric plants. As a result of our efforts, the Spring Building is known as the greenest building in Aspen and is the recipient of numerous awards!
Jefferson Pointe Shopping Center
Site
Fort Wayne, Indiana
client
RED Development
size
59 Acres
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Hines provided planning, engineering, design, for this urban, upscale, lifestyle mall. This project holds heavily landscaped grounds on a unique retail configuration for the Fort Wayne market. Hines coordinated multiple interconnected systems to allow for possible future sale of portions of the center.
What we accomplished:
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Hines Engineers designed a combination landscape and irrigation to create a garden-like atmosphere, which has become a destination for many people in the community.
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In addition to design, Hines Engineers have assisted in the implementation of four independent control systems managed by one common central controller.
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Abundant use of drip-irrigation has increased overall system efficiency and lessened water use.
Centerra
Site
Loveland, CO
CLIENT
McWhinney
SIZE
1000 acres
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Motorplex, I25 Improvements, The Promenade, Sculpture Gardens, & more. Centerra is an enormous hub of activity in Northern Colorado! Additionally, this is the pilot project the City of Loveland used to develop their Irrigation Water Conservation program.
What we accomplished:
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Through extensive water conservation implementation practices, Hines secured significant tap fee financial returns to the Developer.
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Detailed, specific Master Planning, Design, & Construction Observation completed while reducing Owner capital expenses.
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Provision of a consistent, high-quality, water conserving irrigation system across the entire property.
The Meadow
size
3.5 acres
site
Chicago, IL
Client
Hoerr Schaudt
This award-winning project transformed a former industrial building into the nation's largest private rooftop garden to prioritize the well-being of the 16,000 tenants at the Old Chicago Post Office. The elaborate garden promotes community engagement and wellness by providing easy access to nature and outdoor exercise, as well as functioning as a company gathering point.
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What we accomplished:
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Our engineers facilitated the planting of over 41,000 plants and 50 different plant species, as well as the support of 3 bee colonies.
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We utilized 1.4 acres of planting area to make a big difference, diverting over 309,000 gallons of stormwater annually and decreasing air pollution, emissions, and greenhouse gasses.
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Despite the challenge of working within the constraints of an existing roof, our team designed irrigation systems to facilitate an intricate system of walking paths, a running track, a basketball court, and two tennis courts.
11 Hoyt Ave
site
Brooklyn, NY
size
2 acres
client
Hollander Design
This iconic 57 story condominium tower is focused on sustainability and livability, and has been awarded LEED Gold certification. The tower is set atop an elevated private park that features a fitness deck, an active lawn, playground, outdoor lounge, and flower gardens.
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What we accomplished:
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Our team worked on three independent irrigation systems (two amenity decks & one at street level)
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We integrated drip irrigation and water-saving features on sprinklers where possible, helping to reduce water use by up to 40%
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Our engineers designed to accommodate a weather-based central controller that allows BIM compatibility and remote desktop or wireless access to bring the system another 15-20% water savings and enabled LEED certification.