San Elijo Lagoon Nature Center

Photo by Zagrodnik + Thomas Architects

San Elijo Lagoon Nature Center

We provided structural engineering services to Zagrodnik + Thomas Architects for the design and construction of this LEED Platinum, award winning nature center facility. The sustainable design incorporated integrated design, exposed structure, a green roof garden, solar panel arrays, recycled aggregate, recycled rebar, radiant heating, and natural ventilation and lighting. The design coalesced into a compact yet expansive, gracefully curved structure reflecting the forms and textures of the surrounding natural landscape.