This is the "Owner's Choice." It represents the lowest Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) over a 10+ year period.
Longevity: You will not be replacing these bands in 5 years when UV degradation sets in.
Intelligence: Lutron motors integrate seamlessly with BMS to lower HVAC loads. BENTON provides full "white glove" programming and commissioning.
A strategic hybrid. We utilize the premium aesthetic of Mecho in public-facing areas (Lobby, Conference) and the fiscal efficiency of SWFContract in back-of-house areas (Private Offices).
Visual Consistency: We have verified that the fabric weave is visually consistent across both brands, ensuring the exterior elevation of the building remains uniform ("Apples to Apples" aesthetics).
Budget Efficiency: Reduces capital expenditure in non-critical zones without sacrificing the architectural prestige of the main reception areas.
This option meets the written specification but introduces long-term operational risk. This is the "Budget Defense" option.
The Warranty Gap: While often cited as "Lifetime," the documentation limits fabric coverage to 5 years and cords to 7 years.
Lifecycle Cost: If the Ownership group intends to hold this asset for longer than 7 years, Option 3 will likely require a capital expenditure for replacement shading, effectively doubling the cost of this line item over the building's life.
To maintain the Value Engineered price point, the following strict exclusions apply to Option 3:
We do not walk away after the "Punch List" is signed. The sun will continue to rise and set for the life of this building, and BENTON will remain the steward of that interface.
As specialists in Low Voltage Intelligence and AI Systems, we are uniquely positioned to transition this shading package into a fully integrated smart-building ecosystem in future phases.
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