The State of Vermont Waterbury State Office Complex was decimated by flooding following Tropical Storm Irene, bringing historic buildings to ruins or near-ruins, and displacing 1,500 State employees. Following an initial period of clean-up and study, the State embarked on a bold reconstruction of the historic complex. This included selectively demolishing buildings damaged beyond repair or at elevations where flood-proofing for future storm resiliency was not possible; renovating an historic core of buildings, all dating to the late 1800s; constructing a modern two-story office contiguous with the historic core.
The MEP design includes a central energy plant, and distribution for heating hot water, air conditioning chilled water, and stand-by power. Heating hot water is produced using sustainability-sourced biomass, as waste product from local forestry operations. A 300-kW building-integrated photovoltaic system contributes to the on-site renewable energy commitment. All occupied building areas, and all critical building infrastructure, are now located above the FEMA 500-year flood plain. The project achieved LEED Platinum and Gold Certifications, and was recognized with numerous AEC industry awards.
Recognition
LEED Platinum Certified
LEED Gold Certified
APWA, Public Works Project of the Year
ENR, New England Best Project, Government/Public (Merit Award)
Preservation Trust of Vermont, Preservation Award
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Metrics
223,000 sf
300 kW Photovoltaic Array
Architect
Goody Clancy
Freeman French Freeman
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