Paradiso Medical Office

 Paradiso is a two-story 58,459 SF multi-tenant medical office building located in Scottsdale, AZ. The building was purchased by Mark IV Capital in 2009 and since that time has undergone a complete architectural renovation. Sustainable strategies that have been implemented include replacement of the cooling tower, new climate appropriate desert landscaping, re-roofing using highly reflective roofing material, and redesign of the ventilation system to deliver more outside air to occupants. All materials and products used at Paradiso are low-emitting to improve the air quality for building occupants and building staff. Building management has committed to Green Cleaning and Recycling Programs, as well as sustainable purchasing policies for on-going consumables and low-mercury lamps. The management team also invested in retro-commissioning of the building in 2010 and 2015.

Sustainable Strategies

• High-performance, reflective roofing system mitigates the Urban Heat Island Effect

• Green Cleaning Program minimizes occupants’ exposure to toxic chemicals and airborne particles

• Enhanced HVAC system reduces environmental and economic impacts of excessive energy use

• Low-flow plumbing fixtures reduce domestic water use

• 100% of office spaces receive daylighting

• Green Building Education Program educates the community about sustainable features of the building

Project Results

• LEED for Existing Buildings Certified level achieved

• 27% energy cost savings compared to the national average

• 83% reduction of potable water for irrigation

• 23% reduction of potable water for domestic use

• 54% of hardscape is shaded by trees and parking canopies