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International Education Center:
The Upper Floor Level Special Features:
- Information Center
- Marsh Viewing Area
- Discovery Room o Library/Reading Room
- Gift Shop
The Lower Floor Level Special Features:
- Auditorium
- Large Group Conference Space
- Marsh Exhibits
- Classrooms/Club Meeting Rooms
- Lunch/Banquet Facilities
- Administrative Offices
Located on Wisconsin Highway 28 between the cities of Horicon and Mayville and close to major population areas, the International Education Center architects recommend LEED Guidelines at a Silver Certification Level for an environmentally sustainable facility. Sustainable site features include limited site disturbance with storm water management and erosion control systems to protect both marsh and groundwater. Additional environmental features are landscaping with indigenous plants and a rainwater capturing system for watering the landscaped areas. Building features include optimized energy performance through natural day lighting and high performance glazing, and extensive use of recycled products from room finishes to interior insulation.
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