Project Goals
This renovation project was the second phase of improvements to a former maintenance shop which now houses the University’s facilities management department. Major renovation of the building’s lower level will provided markedly improved working conditions for those who provide similar high-quality environments for others. 2RW is worked with the University’s Design Group to create modern, highly efficient, and comfortable work spaces.
Services
2RW provided engineering planning, design, and construction administration for the MEP/FP infrastructure. We also provided LEED consultation, energy modeling, and documentation. Components of the project include:
- Replaced dated and inefficient standalone chillers and gas-fired boiler with connections to the campus CHW and LTHW utilities.
- Fire protection system for the lower level and accommodations for future extension to the upper level.
- Restroom facilities that are easier to access and that minimize water use and wastewater generation.
- Dedicated outside air system with energy recovery that positively distributes fresh/properly conditioned outside air to occupied spaces.
- Heating and air conditioning zoning is appropriate for lower-level spaces.
- Other updates included workstations organized by group and function, daylighting, exterior views, and high-efficiency lighting that complements the new Leake II building.
