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Integrative Process, Planning, and Assessments Credit

INTEGRATIVE DESIGN PROCESS

IPc1

New Construction (1 point) Core and Shell (1 point)

INTENT

To support high-performance, cost-effective, and cross-functional project outcomes through an early analysis and planning of the interrelationships among systems. To provide a holistic framework for project teams to collaboratively address decarbonization, quality of life, and ecosystem conservation and restoration across the entire LEED rating system.

REQUIREMENTS
Achievement pathwaysPoints
New Construction and Core and Shell1
Integrative Design Process1

Integrative Design Process (1 point)

Beginning in predesign and continuing throughout early occupancy, identify and apply opportunities to achieve synergies across disciplines and building systems through the following initiatives:

  • Integrated team : Assemble and convene an interdisciplinary project team with diverse perspectives. Ensure the process is an equitable team effort through organized facilitation.

  • Design charette : During predesign or early in design, conduct a charette with the owner or owner’s representative and participants representing at least four key perspectives (e.g., architect, contractor, energy modeler, and community engagement representatives).

  • LEED goal setting : Work as a team to define a set of specific and measurable project goals that address the LEED v5 impact areas of decarbonization, quality of life, and ecosystem conservation and restoration. Incorporate these goals into the owner’s project requirements.

REQUIREMENTS EXPLAINED

This credit requires a different approach to design than the conventional, linear architectural process. Conventionally, the design and construction disciplines work separately, leading to

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