New Mixed-Use Building Tellus in Arlington, VA to seek LEED Gold Certification; Power Design, Inc.

Aug. 21, 2012 - PRLog -- Power Design, Inc. has been named electrical contractor on Tellus, Arlington’s first residential mixed-use building seeking LEED gold certification.

Power Design partnered with the developers Erkiletian, Jefferson Apartment Group, WDG Architecture and Mechanical Design Group to provide the electrical systems design on the project and SE Foster will be spearheading the construction.  The 254-unit luxury residential tower will feature Energy Star’s advanced lighting package, renewable energy sources, energy-efficient materials, sustainable landscaping and advanced recycling systems. The 16-story building will also include more than 11,000 square feet of office and retail space, a boutique lobby and lounge area, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a clubroom with a bar, and landscaped rooftop deck.  

“We are excited to again be teaming up with The Williams Companies of Chantilly, VA in designing and constructing this unique property for SE Foster and the developers,” said Doug Roach, senior project manager. “With help from the interior designer and Power Design Resources, our lighting division in Atlanta, we have put together an energy efficient lighting package that will assist the team in acquiring its LEED Gold certification while satisfying the architectural intent and budget requirements of the project.”

The multifamily market in the Washington, D.C. metro area is expected to generate more than 4,700 apartment units and 44,000 jobs in 2012, increasing the local industry employment rate by 1.5 percent (Source: Marcus & Millichap). Power Design, Inc. currently has 10 active projects in the area, a number expected to increase in 2013.

About Power Design, Inc.
With more than 100 active projects, a 70,000 square foot national headquarter facility, a 100,000 square foot distribution center and accumulative revenue exceeding $1 billion dollars, Power Design is one of the top electrical contractors in the United States.  With a 12,000 square foot training center dedicated to core training and hands-on simulation experiences to provide real-life applications, Power Design is at the forefront of innovative training practices and techniques.

Since founded in 1989, Power Design has operated as a family-run business built on an unbending foundation of quality service and loyalty to its employees and customers.  Power Design’s commitment to customer service has enabled them to partner with the top 100 general contractors as ranked by Engineering News-Record (ENR).  For more information visit http://www.powerdesigninc.us or call 727.210.0492.