Royal Norwegian Consulate

Royal Norwegian Consulate

Client: Norwegian Consulate
Architect: Bailey Architects
Location: Houston, TX

  • Over 75% of the building reused, including the covered parking area
  • Permeable parking surfaces and driveways with dedicated spaces for low emitting vehicles
  • Bicycle racks, on-site charging facilities and shade structures
  • High solar reflectance roof to reduce the heat island effect
  • Energy-efficient mechanical systems and low-flow plumbing
  • Softscape and hardscape design included native and adaptive plantings and tree preservation
  • 50% irrigation water reduction with drip irrigation, smart controllers and a rain harvesting system
  • Architectural inspiration came from themed elements of Norway, including the courtyard design
  • LEED Gold Certified