JACKSONVILLE, Florida – Sisler Johnston Interior Design has produced an environmentally friendly corporate office environment for GreenPointe Holdings, a newly announced development company headquartered in Jacksonville.  GreenPointe Holdings will focus on building eco-friendly, master-planned communities throughout the Southeast and Texas in addition to coordinating public/private partnerships to build infrastructure.

“My challenge was to provide the company with a corporate persona consistent with its focus on developing sustainable communities with green building practices,” said Judith Sisler Johnston, president of Sisler Johnston Interior Design and ASID allied member.  “GreenPointe Holdings President and Chief Executive Officer Ed Burr wanted to make the office as environmentally friendly as possible with regard to its finishes, furnishings and operational efficiency.”

Sisler Johnston Interior Design is an active member of the U.S. Green Building Council and knowledgeable regarding sustainable, renewable and recycled products, finishes and selections.  Sisler Johnston Interior Design worked closely with the architects from Powers Design Group to plan spaces that suit the developer’s needs.

Burr wanted the reception area to be warm and inviting so Sisler Johnston selected porcelain tile flooring in shades of warm caramel.  The team working on the GreenPointe Holdings office designed a curved reception counter to accommodate a small refrigerator so clients could enjoy a cold drink upon arrival.  Brown walnut panels were chosen for the façade with Italian granite tops.  The reception area chairs feature faux reptile upholstery with brushed cotton chenille cushions.

After securing the natural stone for the reception area, Sisler Johnston selected carpeting from Bentley Prince Street.  The manufacturer’s Cool Carpet product line is the industry’s first climate neutral carpet program and has received environmentally preferable product certification from a third-party.  The carpet collection includes a textural blend of basil, bark and wheat tones.  Sisler Johnston selected a natural leaf pattern to enhance the conference room setting.

The conference room features a custom-designed natural Italian granite conference table accompanied by bark brown leather chairs.  State-of-the-art, high- definition multi-media equipment provides video conferencing capabilities.  The adjacent catering kitchen is fully equipped with Energy Star appliances.  Decorative lighting and recessed lighting fixtures throughout are equipped with energy efficient compact fluorescent light bulbs.
                                                           
The executive office suite’s hand-tooled wood floor is made of reclaimed materials.  A faux finish adds texture to the neutral organic painted walls.  The sofa is a mix of leather and cotton velvet upholstery.  An organic wool area carpet from India defines the seating area while natural yarn woven draperies provide warmth and privacy.

GreenPointe Holdings’ warm wheat colored walls are accented by occasional aquamarine color accents.  Sisler Johnston selected Sherwin Williams’ Harmony interior paint.  The product carries the company’s GreenSure designation given to products that minimize the impact on air quality.

Two open office areas were designed using ergonomic furnishing systems in finishes that coordinate with their surroundings.  The bathrooms include natural stone flooring and walls, and plumbing fixtures with water-saving features.

 “The green and sustainable interior design of GreenPointe Holdings reflects the company’s mission and demonstrates that it is possible to create beautiful and healthy spaces while respecting the environment,” Sisler Johnston said.

GreenPointe Holdings is also home to The Monique Burr Foundation for Children, which provides abuse prevention education programs and support to agencies serving children whose primary focus is preventing sexual abuse of children.

Sisler Johnston Interior Design offers comprehensive interior design services for residential and commercial clients.  The company designs private residences, builder model homes, community centers, hotel guest accommodations and office suites.  Sisler Johnston Interior Design also provides marketable designs for senior lifestyle communities.
                                                           
ASID Allied Member Judith Sisler Johnston and her team of licensed, talented designers help clients enhance their surroundings with designs that range from traditional elegance to classic contemporary style.  Sisler Johnston is Jacksonville’s leading authority on designing spectacular spaces that are beautiful, functional and reflect her clients’ personalities and lifestyles.

Sisler Johnston’s design work has been featured in numerous books, newspapers, magazines and television programs.  Sisler Johnston Interior Design celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2004 and has been recognized with more than 100 industry awards.

For more information about Sisler Johnston Interior Design, call (904) 288-0908 or visit www.sislerjohnston.com.

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GreenPointe Holdings features green design by Sisler Johnston Interior Design

1. Ed Burr Office - Sisler Johnston chose reclaimed wood flooring, a wool geometric patterned area rug and organic fabrics for an executive office suite.

2. Conference Room – Bentley Prince Street carpeting in a leafy neutral was chosen by Sisler Johnston Interior Design because it is a “climate neutral” product.

3. Lobby – Artistic wall finishes utilize Sherwin William’s Harmony brand, which carries the company’s GreenSure trademark for indoor air quality.