The Box Office

Last week in Providence, RI, an office building that will be built out of 32 recycled shipping containers made its groundbreaking. Designed by Joe Haskett of Distill Studios and developed by Peter Gill Case of Truth Box, Inc., this development is being called the “Box Office”, named to describe the form and function of the project. The Box Office is a great example of a small scale, eco-friendly building utilizing empty containers that aren’t seeing use in the shipping industry with today’s economy.

Upon completion, the building will be all-electric and use 25% less energy than a conventional office structure. The property will feature highly efficient HVAC systems, a tight building envelope, and daylight response sensors that work with overhead lighting. The building site will encompass bioswales which filter pollutants from surface runoff water before they enter storm sewers.The Box Office is made up of 12 units, varying in size from 2-8 containers. Through the use of smart filtering technologies, no to low VOC finishes and non-toxic materials, the building will maintain great indoor air quality. All tenants will be offered a “green lease” that provides economic incentives to maximize the energy performance of the building.

For more information about the Box Office and leasing opportunities, click here.

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