What’s so green about SmogShoppe?

SmogShoppe is one of the most sustainably designed urban spaces both in Los Angeles and the United States. The space exceeds nearly every requirement in every category for the US Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) Platinum Certification. The impact from demolition and construction was minimized by using over 80% of the existing structure. 90% Green certified or salvaged and/or locally produced building materials were used. Salvaged metal and wood was scrapped from the demolition and recycled to make the furniture.

Only the most efficient heating/cooling and mechanical systems were incorporated along with solar panels to generate over 100% of annual electrical energy needs. Drought tolerant vertical gardens keep SmogShoppe water-wise. As a result, the space uses less energy than a typical two-bedroom home. In addition, many of the vintage decorations and furnishings were found by scouring flea markets, vintage sites, and estate sales.

Strategically located over-sized courtyard doors and skylights provide passive lighting and also act as cooling and heating elements that not only improve the quality of being here, but also help minimize energy usage throughout the year by taking full advantage of the sunny, breezy Los Angeles climate. SmogShoppe encourages and supports green events and introduces clients to green planners, designers and other resources. SmogShoppe also diligently recycles.