Department of Motor Vehicles
San Ysidro, CA
The LEED-gold certified San Ysidro DMV is a leading example of a healthy building. Built on a 3.39-acre site, this 14,656 sq ft office/service facility provides a healthier, more enjoyable environment for the employees and the DMV customers. The design is centered around sustainable features to enhance the user’s experience while reducing its impact on the environment. This energy efficient facility combines the beauty of exposed building materials with the comfort of a clean environment. At least 5% of the building’s materials are recycled, including concrete masonry. The concrete masonry was manufactured locally, reducing environmental impacts resulting from transportation. In addition, concrete masonry serves as structure, thermal mass and finish material from exterior to interior. The striated pattern, with varied color, size and texture, is an innovative solution to a structural wall, with warm tones to soften the appearance of the building.