Corporate HQ Renovation for Multiple Lifecycles
Haworth, Inc.
XYZ, Inc. renovated its U.S. headquarters by stripping the building to its metal skeleton and concrete structure. More than 98% of deconstruction materials were reused, down-cycled or donated. Modular building materials replaced conventional construction materials (drywall, ceiling ductwork). Movable walls, raised access flooring and modular systems office furniture combine to reconfigure and adapt as necessary, minimizing future waste and extending the building through multiple lifecycles.
About the Entrant
Mitch Boucher
Project Manager
Haworth, Inc.
Mitch Boucher joined Haworth in 2003 as lead project manager for Haworth’s corporate headquarters reconstruction project in Holland, Michigan. In this position, Mitch is responsible for incorporating Haworth’s sustainability objectives into the building, which is designed for energy efficiency, adaptability, extensive daylight and improved indoor air quality.
A licensed engineer in the State of Michigan, he has more than 15 years’ experience in engineering, systems operations and management positions. Mitch has worked in the energy and facility construction industries, including positions with electric utilities, Fortune 500 companies and consulting firms.
Mitch holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Michigan State University in 1992, and has pursued additional graduate studies at the University of Wisconsin.
Mitch has presented dozens of papers and participated on panels for AIA chapters and real estate groups. He has chaired and presented multiple sessions for the Association of Energy Engineers National Conference. He is a LEED accredited professional, a member of the West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum, and was founding secretary of the West Michigan Chapter of the USGBC.