Chicago Center for Green Technology (CCGT)
The City of Chicago and U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Chicago Chapter selected Leopardo Construction as the general contractor for its Greenbuild Chicago 2007 Legacy Project, a renovation and expansion of the CCGT, a nationally-recognized green building with a Platinum LEED certification. The center helps professionals and property owners learn how green technology is cost-effective and good for people and the environment.
- LEED-Commercial Interiors project seeking a Platinum certification, the highest award possible
- The project will ultimately incorporate certified, recycled, reused, regenerative, and low-emitting materials both in finish and construction, LED lighting and controls (35% below ASHRAE 90.1), indoor air quality management, building systems monitoring and controls, Energy Star equipment, green energy sources, daylighting and views of outdoors for 100% of occupants
- Sustainable products used include: reclaimed oak from felled trees in the Chicagoland area, bamboo, cork, recycled rubber, linoleum, recycled ceramic, recycled-fiber carpet, recycled glass terrazzo, reused wheatboard and vinyl base from the existing space, Greenguard-certified furnishings, recycled blue jeans, FSC-certified wood, low-VOC paint and 100% pre-consumer recycled wood fiber particleboard
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Interiors HomeWe needed a very hands-on, schedule-driven contractor that knows there's no such thing as changing the opening day. Leopardo brings a superior level of excellence to the playing field. They also keep a steady eye on our priorities. Leopardo is now part of a big solution here at White Sox Park.
Charles Sampey, Facilities Director - US Cellular Field
Illinois Sports Facility Authority
During every phase of the project, Leopardo's performance was first-rate. Not only was the project completed on time (no small feat considering the very aggressive schedule), but also well within our budgetary constraints.
Michael Conway, Principal
Grippo & Elden LLC
This project has been, in my 17 years of experience, one of the best run operations that I have seen.
Kathy Meunier, Property Manager
CB Richard Ellis
During the 20 plus years that I have been involved with architecture and construction, I have never participated in such a successful "team approach."
Alfred Fiesel, AIA, Associate
Gensler
They anticipated our needs. They knew things before we knew they were going to be issues. They exceeded our expectations and that's difficult to do these days.
Josephine Thomas, Senior Vice President
HSA Commercial Real Estate
Leopardo isn't just a canned outfit that has pretty much the same story as everybody else. They very diligently defend and protect the client's interests.
Warren Hill, President
Hill Mechanical
I've been doing this for about 20 years - worked with contractors from all over the United States - and Leopardo is in my top two. Their craftsmanship was unparalleled in my experience.
Pam Osse, Facilities Manager
AirCell
Rick DuPraw, SVP
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312-516-3651
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312-516-3682