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LEED Gold for Mohawk Group in Chicago

The space was designed by noted green architect Ken Wilson, founder and principal of Envision Design.

Nicholas Tamarin -- Interior Design, 11/3/2008 12:00:00 AM

There’s more greenery swirling around the Windy City now that commercial carpet manufacturer Mohawk Group has achieved LEED Gold, the second-highest environmental certification from the U.S. Green Building Council, for its Merchandise Mart showroom,

Since being renovated and expanded by Ken Wilson, the founder and principal of eco-centric Envision Design, 100 percent of the space’s energy requirements are now offset through green energy credits. Ninety-nine percent of the project’s demolition, construction, and packaging debris were diverted from landfills. Additionally, more than 85 percent of the wood used for construction and furniture was sourced from Forest Stewardship Council-certified forests, while 100 percent of its paint and adhesives are low-VOC or zero-VOC.

"When designing a sustainable space, it's essential that it truly reflects the character and mission of the customer," says Wilson. "The Mohawk Group is a firm believer in the importance of environmental responsibility -- for its products, processes and now its showroom. The company should be proud of this LEED accomplishment."

Images courtesy of Mohawk Group.