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Systems Biotechnology Building Boulder, Colorado University of Colorado Boulder May 1, 2009 ROBERT A.M. STERN ARCHITECTS Page 1 Landscape Narrative Landscape Narrative The Systems Biotechnology Building and associated landscape forms the gateway to the future east campus. As the first project under the master plan, the Systems Biotech landscape will set the character for all future development of the campus. Through creative stormwater management techniques, utilization of native vegetation and seamless landscape integration, the Systems Biotechnology Building will be a showcase for green development while creating a unique identity for the east campus. Sustainability in the landscape will be approached environmentally, socially and economically. Using locally available and manufactured materials will reduce the greenhouse gases associated with transportation while supporting the local economy. Educational opportunities will be sought throughout the project and highlighted with interpretive education. This will include education related to green design and sustainability, to the local environment and ecosystem and to the scientific research and development happening at the East Campus. The landscape will complement the character of the exterior architecture and be inspired by the innovative and groundbreaking research to occur within the walls of the Systems Biotechnology Building. As a landscape ecologically located in the plains grasslands, it is important to utilize vegetation that is appropriate to place. Dryland meadows will be infused in the campus environment by creating clearly enclosed beds. Further acceptance of the dryland meadow will be achieved through inclusion of ornamental grasses and native perennials within the meadow. Other plants will be selected based on form, color, texture, year-round interest and low-water requirements. A formal pattern of paths, site walls and steps will frame landscape planting beds. Outdoor rooms will enhance student learning by providing intimate space for quiet study and contemplation. Larger gathering areas will inspire group discussion. Exterior spaces will be situated to take advantage of Flatiron views and to compliment the functions of the adjacent interior space. Innovation will grow out of the details. Special attention will be given to ground plain patterns and use of water throughout the landscape. A conscious effort will be made to enhance the water quality management by draining roof-top water and surface draining water through landscaped swales, benefitting both downstream water quality and the vegetation that it passes through. Bicycles and pedestrians will access the site with safety, comfort and ease. A dedicated bicycle trail and separated pedestrian sidewalk, similar to that along the Broadway frontage of the main campus, will provide clear and safe access and wayfinding to the site. A centrally located multi-modal transit stop will serve as a gateway to the campus and continue a long preference of alternative transportation in Boulder. South Courtyard The south courtyard is a gathering space that welcomes visitors while taking care of the regulars. Located between large auditoriums and the cafeteria, the south courtyard will have a busy mix of visitors throughout the day and night. Large canopy trees provide needed shade while allowing views into the courtyard. Pedestrian scaled lighting within the courtyard transitions to subtle step and accent lighting nearer to Colorado Ave. Roof draining water and surface water is captured in a central channel drain with decorative cast iron grate. The water and channel is a feature that makes its way south out of the courtyard and east within a landscaped swale, eventually making its way to the east courtyard where it drains to Innovation Drive. East Courtyard Accommodating events and special engagements, the east courtyard provides enhanced paving materials, a water feature, vegetated green screens and stormwater management. Provisions for donor pavers adjacent to a paving detail symbolic of the double helix create fund raising opportunities. At the west end of the courtyard, the paving pattern emanates from a water feature creating soothing sounds echoing within the space. Canopy trees on the north and various vegetated green screens help to soften the space by adding color and shade. Water is channelized within a decorative cast iron grate that spills eastward into a catch-basin, meeting the drainage swale which began at the south courtyard. West Courtyard Serving as the west entry from the quad, the west courtyard serves as both a pedestrian through-way and a comfortable seating area. A diagonal pathway pulls the quad into the courtyard while aligning itself with views to the Flatirons. Equally important, visitors enter the quad from Colorado Avenue and are aligned with views into the courtyard and entry architecture. Seat- walls, planters and lawn steps provide west facing seating. Canopy trees shade the setting sun while evergreen trees within the courtyard and the adjacent quad provide buffer to westerly winds. Water is to be captured within decorative cast iron grates and directed towards the east/west corridor and drainage feature. Northwest Courtyard Created as an outdoor room, the northwest courtyard will soon be one of the south-east anchors to the quad. The space is created by tucking terraced walls and a paver patio into the slope, providing an attractive and semi open room for outdoor gathering. Water is captured within channel drains with decorative iron grates leading to the temporary parking lot. A temporary drop-off provides close pedestrian access to the quad and building itself. East/West Corridor Creating a strong east/west pedestrian connection was a clearly defined goal of the building and site design. From the east, the corridor is softened with vegetated green screens, canopy trees and a paving pattern that symbolizes the lowland riparian ecosystem of the nearby Boulder Creek. As one continues westward, these elements are repeated within the architecture and paving. Upon reaching the quad, the paving pattern is transformed into a functional drainage swale that captures water from the west courtyard and roof drains. This channel helps to minimize water on the handicap ramps to the north, providing water infiltration and water quality improvements. Within the center quad stairs, the water is directed within a trickle channel with decorative cast iron grates that make their way north within a recessed center channel. It will be important that future quad improvements handle this water sensitively as the drainage proceeds northward.

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Landscape Narrative

Landscape Narrative

The Systems Biotechnology Building and associated landscape forms the gateway to the future east campus. As the first project under the master plan, the Systems Biotech landscape will set the character for all future development of the campus. Through creative stormwater management techniques, utilization of native vegetation and seamless landscape integration, the Systems Biotechnology Building will be a showcase for green development while creating a unique identity for the east campus.

Sustainability in the landscape will be approached environmentally, socially and economically. Using locally available and manufactured materials will reduce the greenhouse gases associated with transportation while supporting the local economy. Educational opportunities will be sought throughout the project and highlighted with interpretive education. This will include education related to green design and sustainability, to the local environment and ecosystem and to the scientific research and development happening at the East Campus.

The landscape will complement the character of the exterior architecture and be inspired by the innovative and groundbreaking research to occur within the walls of the Systems Biotechnology Building. As a landscape ecologically located in the plains grasslands, it is important to utilize vegetation that is appropriate to place. Dryland meadows will be infused in the campus environment by creating clearly enclosed beds. Further acceptance of the dryland meadow will be achieved through inclusion of ornamental grasses and native perennials within the meadow. Other plants will be selected based on form, color, texture, year-round interest and low-water requirements.

A formal pattern of paths, site walls and steps will frame landscape planting beds. Outdoor rooms will enhance student learning by providing intimate space for quiet study and contemplation. Larger gathering areas will inspire group discussion. Exterior spaces will be situated to take advantage of Flatiron views and to compliment the functions of the adjacent interior space. Innovation will grow out of the details. Special attention will be given to ground plain patterns and use of water throughout the landscape. A conscious effort will be made to enhance the water quality management by draining roof-top water and surface draining water through landscaped swales, benefitting both downstream water quality and the vegetation that it passes through.

Bicycles and pedestrians will access the site with safety, comfort and ease. A dedicated bicycle trail and separated pedestrian sidewalk, similar to that along the Broadway frontage of the main campus, will provide clear and safe access and wayfinding to the site. A centrally located multi-modal transit stop will serve as a gateway to the campus and continue a long preference of alternative transportation in Boulder.

South Courtyard

The south courtyard is a gathering space that welcomes visitors while taking care of the regulars. Located between large auditoriums and the cafeteria, the south courtyard will have a busy mix of visitors throughout the day and night. Large canopy trees provide needed shade while allowing views into the courtyard. Pedestrian scaled lighting within the courtyard transitions to subtle step and accent lighting nearer to Colorado Ave. Roof draining water and surface water is captured in a central channel drain with decorative cast iron grate. The water and channel is a feature that makes its way south out of the courtyard and east within a landscaped swale, eventually making its way to the east courtyard where it drains to Innovation Drive.

East Courtyard

Accommodating events and special engagements, the east courtyard provides enhanced paving materials, a water feature, vegetated green screens and stormwater management. Provisions for donor pavers adjacent to a paving detail symbolic of the double helix create fund raising opportunities. At the west end of the courtyard, the paving pattern emanates from a water feature creating soothing sounds echoing within the space. Canopy trees on the north and various vegetated green screens help to soften the space by adding color and shade. Water is channelized within a decorative cast iron grate that spills eastward into a catch-basin, meeting the drainage swale which began at the south courtyard.

West Courtyard

Serving as the west entry from the quad, the west courtyard serves as both a pedestrian through-way and a comfortable seating area. A diagonal pathway pulls the quad into the courtyard while aligning itself with views to the Flatirons. Equally important, visitors enter the quad from Colorado Avenue and are aligned with views into the courtyard and entry architecture. Seat-walls, planters and lawn steps provide west facing seating. Canopy trees shade the setting sun while evergreen trees within the courtyard and the adjacent quad provide buffer to westerly winds. Water is to be captured within decorative cast iron grates and directed towards the east/west corridor and drainage feature. Northwest Courtyard

Created as an outdoor room, the northwest courtyard will soon be one of the south-east anchors to the quad. The space is created by tucking terraced walls and a paver patio into the slope, providing an attractive and semi open room for outdoor gathering. Water is captured within channel drains with decorative iron grates leading to the temporary parking lot. A temporary drop-off provides close pedestrian access to the quad and building itself.

East/West Corridor

Creating a strong east/west pedestrian connection was a clearly defined goal of the building and site design. From the east, the corridor is softened with vegetated green screens, canopy trees and a paving pattern that symbolizes the lowland riparian ecosystem of the nearby Boulder Creek. As one continues westward, these elements are repeated within the architecture and paving. Upon reaching the quad, the paving pattern is transformed into a functional drainage swale that captures water from the west courtyard and roof drains. This channel helps to minimize water on the handicap ramps to the north, providing water infiltration and water quality improvements. Within the center quad stairs, the water is directed within a trickle channel with decorative cast iron grates that make their way north within a recessed center channel. It will be important that future quad improvements handle this water sensitively as the drainage proceeds northward.

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Site Analysis

Landscape and drainage treat-ment prece-dence set by adjacent LASP Technology building.

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Preseve view from adjacent LASP Technol-ogy building

Right-of-ways on the east and the south are significant-ly higher than the en�re site.

Right-in/right-out access to LASP Technol-ogy building

10’ detached sidewalk for pedestrian and bicycle access. Note, only west bound bicycles have bike-lane along Colorado

Various Honeylocust and Colorado Spruce trees are appropri-ate for pres-erva�on or reloca�on

Exis�ng com-munity garden west of prop-erty

Site is cur-rently uses as passive trail by the community and ac�ve trail by the cross country run-ners.

Exis�ng Chil-dren’s Center west of prop-erty.

Opportuni�es exist to conue parway treat-ment along the north property line.

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Site Plan

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Site Access & Circulation

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Sun/Shade Analysis

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Key Plans: South Courtyard

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Raised Planter

Large Steps (12”x28”)

Pavers

Movable Furniture

Channel Drain with Cast Iron Grate

Steps (6”x14”)

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Key Plans: East Courtyard

Seatwall (18”)Shrub Bed

Green Screen

Standard Scored Grey Concrete

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Key Plans: West Courtyard

Scale: 1” = 20’

Raised Planter/Seat Wall(18” above upper plaza)

Standard Scored Grey Concrete

Concrete Steps (6” x 14”)

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Drop Off Area

PaversSeatwalls

Raised Planter

Wind Buffer Planting

Key Plans: Northwest CourtyardScale: 1” = 20’

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Key Plans: Quad Steps

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Permeable Paver Parking Lot

Channel Drain w/ Cast Iron Grate

Concrete Steps

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Key Plans: Bus Stop

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Raised Planter (18”)

Bus Stop Shelter

Bicycle Path

Canopy Tree Bosque

Pedestrian

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Standard Scored Grey Concrete

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Site Materials

2 Porous Paving Porous pavings allow water to infiltrate through paved areas. This improves safety by minimizing surface water/ice formation and pro-vides and non-slip surface for pedestrians. Note the dry paving in the left image despite the snow in the trees and adjacent surfaces.

3 Conrete5 Planters/Walls Brick walls with a limestone cap will allow for plenty of seating throughout the site while complimenting the architectural elements of the structure.

4 Lawn Pavers Pavers placed in lawn create a softened hardscape that compliments small spaces and intimate courtyards. In addition, the lawn pavers will create visual continuity between turf areas and hardscape.

1 Crusher Fines Crusher fines offer a flexible soft surface material that may be used in planting areas, bike rack spaces and pedestrian paths. The permeable surface minimizes ice formation and is non-slip.

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Site Features

2 Campus Quad The classic campus quad or great lawn is a staple campus element that provides a beautiful setting for endless student activities and establishes a balance to the volume of the surrounding architecture.

3 Green Screen Architecturally integrated screens containing ivy helps to shade the buildign while softening the building facade.

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Landscape Plan/Plant Materials

Plant Variety Fall color can be impressive in a variety of plant types and sizes including trees, shrubs and grasses. This creates a wonderful dynamic in the vegetation during the time of year when most students are returning to Boulder. Winter can be equally showey. Ornamental grasses such as the Miscanthus grass delicately hold the snow. Red twig dogwoods provide a sharp contrast in winter. Planting schemes that utilize a full spectrum of color, texture, form and size create visual appeal that endures through all seasons

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Site Furniture

1 Standard Bench Victor Stanley RB-28, 6’ SteelSites Series

2 Movable Tables and ChairsLandscape Forms

4 TrashVictor Stanley S-42, black powder-coated, metal straps, Ironsites Series

3 Ash Receptacle Forms + Surfaces, Bulter 7 Tree Grate 5 Pedestrian Light 6 Bike Rack

CORA Expo W Series 7510, 10 bike capacity

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LOWLAND RIPARIAN VEGETATIONDECIDUOUS CANOPY TREESACER RUBRUM / RED SUNSET MAPLECATALPA SPECIOSA / NORTHERN CATALPAFRAXINUS AMERICANA `AUTUMN PURPLE` / AUTUMN PURPLE ASHQUERCUS ROBUR `FASTIGIATA` / PYRAMIDAL ENGLISH OAKTILIA CORDATA / LITTLELEAF LINDEN

FLOWERING ORNAMENTAL TREESAMELANCHIER CANADENSIS / SHADBLOW SERVICEBERRY MULTITRUNK

DECIDUOUS SHRUBSAMELANCHIER ALNIFOLIA `REGENT` / SASKATOON SERVICEBERRYAMELANCHIER CANADENSIS / SHADBLOW SERVICEBERRY MULTITRUNKCORNUS STOLONIFERA ‘BAILEYI’ / RED TWIG DOGWOODHYDRANGEA ARBORESCENS `ANNABELLE` / ANNABELLE SMOOTH HYDRANGEALONICERA SYRINGANTHA `GRANDIFLORA` / HONEYSUCKLEPRUNUS CISTENA / PURPLE LEAF SAND CHERRYPRUNUS TOMENTOSA / NANKING CHERRYRHAMNUS FRANGULA `COLUMNARIS` / ALDER BUCKTHORN

ORNAMENTAL GRASSES MISCANTHUS SINENSIS `GRACILLIMUS` / MAIDEN GRASSSACCHARUM RAVENNAE / PLUME GRASS

DRYLAND MEADOWEPHRAIM CRESTED WHEATGRASSSHEEP FESCUEPERENNIAL RYECHEWINGS FESCUEKENTUCKY BLUEGRASSFEATHER REED GRASSBIG BLUESTEMGOLD YARROWSUNFLOWERBLUE FLAX

VINES/IVYCAMPSIS RADICANS / TRUMPETVINEPARTHENOCISSUS TRICUSPIDATA / BOSTON IVYPARTHENOCISSUS QUINQUEFOLIA / VIRGINIA CREEPERPARTHENOCISSUS QUINQUEFOLIA ‘ENGLEMANNII’ / ENGLEMAN IVYHEDRA IVY / ENGLISH IVY

PLAINS GRASSLAND VEGETATIONDECIDUOUS CANOPY TREE ACER PLATANOIDES `EMERALD QUEEN` / EMERALD QUEEN MAPLEACER PLATANOIDES `ROYAL RED` / `ROYAL RED` MAPLEGLEDITSIA TRIACANTHOS `SKYLINE` / SKYLINE HONEY LOCUSTGLEDITSIA TRIACANTHOS INERMIS `SHADEMASTER` TM TM / SHADEMASTER LOCUSTQUERCUS ROBUR `FASTIGIATA` / PYRAMIDAL ENGLISH OAK

EVERGREEN TREE PINUS NIGRA / AUSTRIAN BLACK PINEPINUS PONDEROSA / PONDEROSA PINE

FLOWERING ORNAMENTAL TREE CRATAEGUS CRUS-GALLI INERMIS TM / THORNLESS COCKSPUR HAWTHORNKOELREUTERIA PANICULATA / GOLDEN RAIN TREEMALUS X `SPRING SNOW` / SPRING SNOW CRAB APPLE DECIDUOUS SHRUBS BUDDLEJA ALTERNIFOLIA `ARGENTEA` / BUTTERFLY BUSHCARYOPTERIS X CLANDONENSIS `BLUE MIST` / BLUE MIST SHRUBFORESTIERA NEOMEXICANA / NEW MEXICAN PRIVETHIBISCUS SYRIACUS `DIANA` / ROSE OF SHARONKOLKWITZIA AMABILIS / BEAUTY BUSHLONICERA SYRINGANTHA `GRANDIFLORA` / HONEYSUCKLELONICERA X `HONEYROSE` / HONEYROSE HONEYSUCKLELONICERA XYLOSTEUM `EMERALD MOUND` / EMERALD MOUND HONEYSUCKLEMAHONIA AQUIFOLIUM / OREGON GRAPEPEROVSKIA ATRIPLICIFOLIA / RUSSIAN SAGEPHYSOCARPUS OPULIFOLIUS `DIABLO` / DIABLO NINEBARKPRUNUS BESSEYI `PAWNEE BUTTES` / SAND CHERRYPRUNUS TOMENTOSA / NANKING CHERRYRHUS AROMATICA `GRO-LOW` / GRO-LOW FRAGRANT SUMACROSA MEIDILAND SERIES `BONICA` / BONICA MEIDILAND ROSEROSA MEIDILAND SERIES `FIRE` / FIRE MEIDILAND ROSEROSA MEIDILAND SERIES `WHITE` / WHITE MEIDILAND ROSESYRINGA PATULA `MISS KIM` / MISS KIM LILACVIBURNUM OPULUS `COMPACTUM` / COMPACT EUROPEAN CRANBERRYBUSHVIBURNUM OPULUS `NANUM` / DWARF EUROPEAN VIBURNUMVIBURNUM TRILOBUM `COMPACTUM` / COMPACT AMERICAN CRANBERRY VIBURNUM

EVERGREEN SHRUBSJUNIPERUS HORIZONTALIS `BLUE CHIP` / BLUE CHIP JUNIPERJUNIPERUS HORIZONTALIS `HUGHES` / HUGHES JUNIPERJUNIPERUS MEDIA `SEA GREEN` / SEA GREEN JUNIPERJUNIPERUS SABINA `BUFFALO` / BUFFALO JUNIPERPINUS MUGO `MOPS` / MUGO PINE

ORNAMENTAL GRASSESCALAMAGROSTIS X ACUTIFLORA `KARL FOERSTER` / FEATHER REED GRASSHELICTOTRICHON SEMPERVIRENS / BLUE OAT GRASSMISCANTHUS X GIGANTEUS / GIANT MISCANTHUS

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