MEP engineering for this historic museum includes HVAC modernization to maintain strict temperature and humidity conditions (68–72°F and 40–60% relative humidity) for artifact preservation and exhibition. The design upgrades include a centralized low-pressure steam humidification system replacing localized units and a new attic tempering system to support stable indoor environments for both permanent and visiting collections.
As part of a term contract, 2RW provided services for the renovation of this historic museum facility, including a facility condition assessment to evaluate renovation viability, identify necessary MEP and architectural improvements, and establish project costs as part of the scope planning process.
MEP engineering services included replacing a constant-volume air handler, upgrading the humidification system from obsolete localized units to a centralized low-pressure steam humidification system, installing a new attic tempering system, upgrading building controls, and electrical and plumbing modifications to support the HVAC renovation. 2RW also facilitated, managed, and coordinated construction administration for both MEP and architectural components of the project.
The upgraded systems enable artifact conservation through strict temperature and humidity control (68–72°F dry bulb and 40–60% relative humidity), making the museum more attractive for visiting exhibits. This is achieved through tighter tolerances in temperature and humidity fluctuations using upgraded controls with space and zone sensors that regulate within ±0.5°F dry bulb and ±2% relative humidity, along with uninterrupted humidification supported by redundant humidification systems.
Baskervill
SRC Contractors, Inc.
Downey & Scott, LLC
