MEP/FP engineering for Manassas Park High School included integrated mechanical, electrical, and life safety systems designed to support a modern, technology-driven learning environment. The design features indirect classroom lighting, high-intensity gym lighting, and a comprehensive data infrastructure with a fiber optic backbone serving all academic and administrative spaces. Systems were designed to exceed ASHRAE 90.1 energy standards while providing reliable performance, safety, and long-term efficiency.
2RW provide MEP engineering which included indirect lighting for all classrooms and high intensity discharge (HID) lighting in the gym. All classrooms, teacher work rooms, administrative offices, the commons area and other miscellaneous spaces are fully wired for data systems with a fiber optic backbone. An information retrieval system provides technology interface for all learning areas. The building is protected by passive security and fire alarm systems. The building is designed to exceed the requirements of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) 90.1 1989 Energy Code.
VMDO Architects
2000 – Citation for Excellence, National School Boards Association, Exhibition of School Architecture
2000 – Grand Prize, American School Board Journal’s Learning by Design
1999 – Merit Award, AIA Committee on Architecture for Education
1999 – First Place, Virginia School Boards Association
1999 – Excellence in Architecture Award, AIA Virginia
1999 – Honor Award, AIA Central Virginia
1997 – Honor Award, Best Design, Virginia School Boards Association
