Design Achievement:

The renovation of the 50-year old College Business Building enables the College to provide an enhanced business program that will better focus students to compete in the 21st Century. The design incorporates modern and flexible data technology to support coursework in Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Information Technology, and Real Estate. The project also addresses future campus educational programming needs and provides a new state of the art conference center. Bringing the building to full ADA compliance provided an opportunity to upgrade the physical appearance of the building by enhancing the existing elevator tower, and giving the facade a prominent and clear identity.

Scope Summary:
The scope of the renovation for this 43,000 SF, 2-story concrete business building was to resolve existing deficiencies and modify spaces to facilitate changing program needs. Scope also included replacement of all HVAC mechanical systems, plumbing components, and reconfiguration for connection to a central plant; modifying electrical, data and life safety systems; a new fire protection system for the building; and ADA compliance. The building achieved LEED Silver certification.