Site Development Guide - National Capital Planning Commission

INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY CAMPUS - BETHESDASite Development GuideFigures 5.3 and 5.4 bring the conceptual redevelopment plan to the forefront, demonstrating how theproposed design maximizes the surrounding green buffer spaces and enhances the campus features withre-establishment of 6 acres of new trees and open spaces consistent with regional "green corridor"wedge development objectives along Sangamore Road and MacArthur Boulevard.Figure 5.3: Proposed site development plan aerial rendering from northwest perspective.The proposed concept further integrates green elements into the building fabric, including the use of arooftop terrace to promote employee collaboration and improved building performance.. Rain waterharvesting will also be a feature of the new roof systems, providing makeup water for the buildingmechanical systems reducing potable water demands and improving the energy efficiency of thesesystems in accordance with LEED specifications.Figure 5.3 also demonstrates the landscape screening principles incorporated in the site design,providing a streetscape that is consistent with regional planning objectives and reflective of the adjacentresidential setting. The Glen Echo community will reap numerous benefits from this softening of theedge lines around this facility.Section 5: Page 5 of 7