TDS Custom Construction
1431 Northern Court Madison, WI 

Project Description:
Nestled into a quaint manufacturing district on the Isthmus our new office was designed with the environment and future in mind.  With a 3.2KW solar electric system the sun provides 35-40% of our electricity needs as well as lots of natural day-lighting making for low utility bills and an inviting indoor working environment. With highly efficient heating and cooling equipment,  LED and dimmable fluorescent lighting and insulation and air infiltration standards 3 times better than a baseline Energy Star® home, our overall energy consumption is very low.  Other sustainable design features include stained concrete floors, 100% reclaimed wood trim, two rain gardens and a porous brick sidewalk. 

Green Features

  • Energy Efficient Construction
  • Solar Electric
  • Water Conservation
  • Water Reduction

  • Improved Indoor Air Quality
  • Renewable and/or Recycled Materials
  • Sustainable Landscaping
  • Development near Public Amenities, walking or biking distance
Company Description:
Since 1985, TDS has been recognized for their leadership in custom design, innovative remodeling and historic preservation, with a strong emphasis on energy efficiency, sustainable design and a commonsense approach to green building initiatives.  www.tdscustomconstruction.com

Directions to Site:1.75 Miles from Capital.  From East Washington Avenue go south on Dickinson Street one block.  Turn left on East Main Street and go one block to right on Northern Court.  Address is 1431 Northern Court.

Starion Financial
1651 John Q Hammons Drive, Middleton


Project Description: 
Sustainability features include geothermal HVAC, daylighting & sunscreens, T5 fixtures with occupancy sensors, efficient insulation & glass. Dual flush toilets, waterless urinals & low flow faucets. The building is oriented to maximize daylight and minimize late day heat gain, the narrow building foot print allows light to penetrate the interior of the building. Landscaping screens the building and includes native plantings. Patio with view of the Esser Pond natural area. Located near the bike & walking trails. More info on the building:  http://lease.svn.com/starion   Jeff Jansen from Sperry Van Ness Commercial Real Estate Advisors will serve as your tour host. More info on Sperry Van Ness: www.svnmadison.com



Green Features

  • Energy Efficient Construction
  • Geothermal
  • Water Conservation
  • Water Reduction
  • Landscaping & Building Protection
  • Sustainable Landscaping

Company Description:
Starion Financial is a family-owned, independent “supercommunity” bank. They provide the same sophisticated products and technologies as larger regional or national banks; combined with friendly, personal service that you deserve from your hometown bank. www.starionfinancial.com

Directions to Site:
1651 John Q Hammons Dr Located in the Greenway Center Office Park in Middleton; just off of the Greenway Blvd exit from the West Beltline. Walking distance to restaurants, retail, hotels and offices. Near Greenway Station and the Pleasant View Golf Course.

Full Spectrum Solar
1240 E. Washington Ave


Make sure to stop by for their 10th Anniversary Party!


Project Description:
Full Spectrum Solar built our office within a large steel building that previously held an auto-body shop.  The super-insulated space includes radiant in-floor heating with a high-efficiency condensing boiler (plus soon-to-be installed solar collectors).  Clerestory windows provide day lighting, and there is recycled flooring and furniture.  A sophisticated ventilation system monitors CO2, and also keeps the office cool during the summer by venting when the outdoor temperature becomes cooler than inside. A solar electric awning shades the south-facing windows, and another roof-mounted photovoltaic system produces more electricity than is used in the office and attached warehouse/garage. 

Green Features

  • Energy Efficient Construction
  • Solar Electric
  • Passive Solar Design
  • Improved Indoor Air Quality
  • Renewable and/or Recycled Materials
  • Development near Public Amenities, walking or biking distance
  • Waste Reduction

Company Description 

Full Spectrum Solar opened in 2002 and has installed over 250 energy systems in the greater Dane County area. Our staff includes engineers with over 20 years of combined renewable energy experience, licensed electricians and  plumbers, NABCEP certificate holders and MREA educators. www.fullspectrumsolar.com