The Iguana - Modular Green Classroom Building
The Iguana is an advanced relocatable 30x32 Modular Green Classroom Design. Meets Collaborative for High Performance Schools (CHPS) specifications.
The Green Advantage
- Extensive use of environmentally friendly & recycled materials
- Energy saving appliances and technologies
- Innovative design and materials for a quieter interior with improved air quality
Building Photos & Floorplans
Download the Iguana Green Classroom Brochure in PDF format. Click the photos to enlarge.
Iguana Green Classroom Interior
Iguana Green Classroom Interior
Iguana Green Classroom Exterior
Iguana Green Classroom Floorplan
Exterior Envelope
Roof System
- "Cool Roof" membrane (SRI 88)-Energy Star & CA Energy Commission Compliant
- 4" Rigid Insulation, R25 min installed outside interior envelope for reduced heat transfer
- 14" Tubular skylight Solatube system with ceiling light diffuser to reduce artificial lighting demand
- Forestry Stewardship Council Certified 3/4” T&G plywood sheathing
Exterior Wall System
- High recycled content 6" 20ga metal studs (16" o.c.) for stronger and straighter walls
- Thicker R19 batt insulation (Formaldehyde free for better indoor air quality)
- TyVek building wrap vapor barrier to help eliminate drafts
- Lower maintenance exterior cladding: Cement Plaster, Metal Panels, Cementitious Panels, Phenolic panels
- Operable, thermally broken lower maintenance aluminum awning windows with low-E glazing (46% transmittable light) to reduce heat transfer
- Hollow metal exterior door and frame, insulated core R14 with vision glass
Flooring System
- Forestry Stewardship Council Certified 1 1/8" T&G plywood to eliminate seam separation and floor sag
Interior Environment Finishes
Floor Finishes
- Carpet Tile per the Green Label Plus Program
- Durable & VOC Free Forbo Marmoleum linoleum
Walls
- 1/2" Gypsum backer board
- 1/2" Vinyl Covered Tackable
- Surface, 100% recycled content
Ceiling
- Suspended acoustical ceiling with Noise Reduction Coefficient of 65% min. and light reflectance of 85% min. (25% recycled content min)
Casework
- Teaching wall & large built in locking AV cabinet
- Constructed of Agri-Fiber composite panels with Ureaformaldehyde free adhesives to improve indoor air quality
Green Building Systems
Mechanical
- Energy saving Bard 4 ton wall mounted dual stage heat pump (14.5 IPLV rating)
- Ventilation controller to monitor & reduce CO2 level
- 1” duct noise attenuation material to reduce HVAC noise level
Electrical
- Suspended linear fluorescent lighting, Super T-8 28watt lamps, high efficiency electronic ballasts (only 78 watts per sq ft)
- Occupancy motion sensor turns off general lighting when room is vacant
- Daylight Control Sensor eliminates artificial lighting when not needed
Technology
- Centrally located Teacher Control Center (TCC) includes main AV control
- 'Quiet Time Switch' linked to TCC and lighting controls
- AV & technology infrastructure (conduit installed in key locations)
- Integrated KMC building automation system to improve energy efficiency
US Green Building Council LEED™ Version 2.2
Credit Summary for Modtech Holdings, Inc. - Green Classroom Building
The following summary demonstrates the LEED™-NC V2.2 credit potential of this building prior to being installed on site. This building or series of them can be a great starting point to achieving a USGBC LEED™ Certified project.
SS - Sustainable Sites (Cool Roof)
EA – Energy & Atmosphere
MR – Materials & Resources
IEQ – Indoor Environmental Quality
ID – Innovation and Design Process
Total Credits: 28 as designed without being sited
Total Required for Certification: 26 minimum to receive LEED™ Certification
CHPS Relocatable Classroom Specifications
Main Focus
- Quieter interior with better air quality and greater comfort
- Reduced energy consumption (minimum reduction of at least 20%)
Size
- 24x40 for a usable area of 960 sq ft.
Green Features
- Cool Roof system (light reflectance of 70%) to reduce heat transferred into interior spaces
- Separate lighting system for teaching area allowing for greater visibility
- Six tubular skylights that promote day-lighting as well as reduce/eliminate the need for artificial lighting (with dampers and light diffusers for solar control)
- Overhangs at either end of building to shade windows and reduce heat transfer
- Operable, 8x4 anodized aluminum frame windows with low e, dual glazing for greater day lighting and reduced thermal heat gain/loss
- HVAC interlock on windows to prevent HVAC operation when opened
- High efficiency, quiet operation wall mounted heat pump with economizer to utilize 100% outside air when conditions are suitable
- HVAC balancing box to ensure all four ceiling diffusers distribute air evenly
- Silencer on HVAC return duct to reduce noise
- Programmable or communicating thermostats
- Pendant mounted direct / indirect dual mode luminaires (32 watt T8 lamps using 28 watts or less per lamp)
- A/V teacher control switch to manage lighting adjacent to teaching station
- Orient classroom so windows are facing North and South to limit the amount of direct sun on windows
- Occupancy sensors will terminate artificial lighting when room is unoccupied
- Light colored materials with a high light reflectance and noise absorbent interior wall finishes
- Low emitting materials throughout interior spaces
Options, features, specifications, and colors may change without prior notification. Please consult your sales representative for latest information.