The 60,000 sf Francis X. and Nancy Hursey Center for Advanced Engineering and Health Professionals provides specialized teaching and learning spaces for the College of Engineering, Technology, and Architecture and for the College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions. High bay fabrication and shop areas, robotics and maker spaces, tissue engineering and manufacturing metrology spaces, and nursing simulation suite, along with traditional classrooms and offices, are organized around a central circulation spine. Transparent interiors, informal break-out areas throughout circulation, and a 60-seat active learning classroom foster interdisciplinary mixing and collaboration.
RFS energy modelers created multiple parametric energy models early in design to evaluate mechanical system and building envelope options. MEP/FP designs were calibrated to the variety of program area; the designs also required creative distribution to integrate with the circulation spine. HVAC systems include air-side energy recovery, demand-control ventilation for high-occupancy spaces, dedicated outside air ventilation for low-occupancy spaces, and ECM supplemental heating/cooling devices. The lighting includes LED lighting with daylight dimming control.
Recognition
Porcelanosa International Projects Awards Finalist
Services
Mechanical
Electrical
Plumbing
Fire Protection
Technology
Lighting
Metrics
60,000 sf
Architect
Payette