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LAYING IT THICK AT MORGAN STATE by Amy Shearer with Brian Goodykoontz
One of the most impressive features of Morgan State University’s new Center for Built Environment and Infrastructure Studies (CBEIS) is the new seismic simulator. Designed by Hord Coplan Macht in association with The Freelon Group, the CBEIS houses one of only a few bi-axial simulators of its kind on the east coast. This structure is a part of the overall CBEIS building; however, it is isolated with insulation and air gaps so that the seismic research does not affect the remainder of the building. This simulator is capable of shaking 23,000 pounds of test specimens and producing seismic activity up to 9.0 on the Richter scale. Additionally, the test facility houses a strong wall for torsional testing of materials. To accommodate the tremendous loads that this bi-axial simulation table and its associated actuators would place on the structure of the building, an enormous concrete mass slab had to be poured. This slab is fourteen feet thick with numerous interstitial space block-outs to provide the necessary support for these massive loads and the necessary pathways for hydraulic lines to feed the actuators. The structure required several challenging construction techniques. Due to the depth of the slab, the specifications required three separate pours, each four to five feet deep. Each pour took more than 14 hours to place and finish in the intricate lattice of reinforcing steel. Schuster Concrete, Inc. was the concrete contractor for the majority of the seismic simulator portion of the CBEIS. In addition to the challenge of the 14-feet thick slab, there was the added challenge of a low level of tolerance for the rebar and anchor bolt placement. The bolts had to be within 0.0625� to accommodate the actuators for the simulator table. The strong floor has a tolerance of 20/1000 of an inch to accommodate the precision of the tests to be implemented in the facility. This critical component of the construction required numerous checks and doublechecks of the layout prior to placement of the concrete. High level surveys were conducted for verification of bolt locations upon curing of the concrete. With completion of the CBEIS, Morgan State University is a one of a handful of facilities in the United States studying the effects of seismic activity on various structures and materials in the quest to build structures that can withstand earthquakes and save lives.
Going for Gold CBEIS is seeking LEED Gold certification through the U.S. Green Building Council. Green features in the project include collection of gray water for use in the toilet rooms only on one side of the building, photovoltaic glass, solar thermal for the domestic hot water, and three bio-retention ponds.
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A GREEN HOUSE FOR EDUCATION by Scott Petipren, LEED AP
Providing a state-of-the-art learning environment for the College of Business Administration in the center of the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) campus, this “green” renovation gives students and staff access to larger, fully-equipped classrooms that feature interactive, flexible learning studios designed to foster creativity and innovation. Originally designed as a shared multipurpose general classroom facility in 1963, renovation of the threestory building consisted of a total gut and remodel of the existing poured-in-place 25,200 square foot concrete structure. Providing an ultra-modern environment with 6 learning studios, 12 breakout rooms, collaboration space for networking and student projects on each floor, and a café, project complexity came from preserving the original design concept, while at the same time incorporating updated sustainable elements. Making the Grade Awarded LEED Gold certification through the United States Green Building Council (USGBC), the project positions UIC at the forefront of green architecture in
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Chicago and amongst peer institutions throughout the country. Sustainable features include geothermal power used for central heating and cooling, a new curtainwall system maximizing daylight, photovoltaic power generation using solar panels, the use of low VOC materials such as rubber flooring made from recycled tires, terrazzo flooring made from recycled glass and mirrors and the use of FSC certified wood. Credits Earned Work for the Materials and Resources 1.1 Credit for Building Reuse proved challenging. Low ceiling heights and concrete beams were located in areas not shown on the original structural drawings. Routing of above ceiling utilities was extremely complex. It was further complicated by varying ceiling finishes, and required transitions. Initial coordination had to be revisited to make the routing of utilities possible without excessively removing existing structural components. Working with subcontractors, the architect, and the University to modify finish details, solutions were found that minimized demolition and maintained the dramatic features of the architect’s design intent.
See live energy data from Douglas Hall’s Solar PV Array
Douglas Hall serves as an example of green design and sustainability for peer institutions throughout the country. Sustainable highlights include: Geothermal Technology Photovoltaic Panels Post-consumer Content Recycled Rainwater
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BUILDING UP CAMPUS
by Todd Ketola
Occurring while all adjacent spaces remained operational, Michigan State University’s Wells Hall Addition, a 3-story vertical expansion of 88,000 square feet above class-rooms built in the 1960’s, is a shining example of how Barton Malow structures project’s from the client’s perspective. With construction activity taking place above, as classes were in session below, safety and logistical coordination took precedence as special care was taken not to interrupt the University’s schedule and the welfare of students. Starting at the End? Working backwards, the construction schedule was developed in accordance to MSU’s prescribed end date and a requirement that the existing lower level would need to be in partial use after the first year of construction, while the remainder of the project was completed. Likewise, the completion of interior structural and steel erection work needed to be scheduled and completed before re-occupancy. To adhere, a fast track preconstruction schedule was developed and detailed to support construction and allow adequate time for the team to design and procure the work. Barton Malow was able to turn over the facility 2 months ahead of schedule through advanced coordination and planning with MSU, their technology teams, and security services. Rising to the Challenge With a tight campus site and building on top of an existing structure, securing deep foundations for the new upper floors was the biggest challenge. Needing to be drilled 35-45 feet below the surface, micropile foundations were installed inside the existing building. Because drilling occurred within small, confined spaces like lecture halls, a special drill (one of only a handful in the entire country) had to be shipped to the site in order to fit in the building. Work took place 24 hours a day for 2 months straight. Of the 233 micropiles drilled for the project, 101 of them were within the existing facility. Going beyond the standards of construction, Barton Malow did more than plan for and safely meet MSU’s schedule. We shared our client’s goals.
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GETTING IT RIGHT THE FIRST TIME by Will Schaet, LEED AP
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Building Amenities Include: Primary reception desk for Corry Village
Children’s play room
Resident mailboxes
A large gathering room
Electronic game room
Shops
24/7 laundry facilities
Three covered porches
Storage to support on-site building SERVICES
University of Florida graduate students returning this fall to the Corry Memorial Village housing complex have a new “living room.” Originally named after William W. Corry, a UF student leader and decorated WW II veteran, the Corry Memorial Village opened in 1959 to house WW II veterans and their families. Today, the Village is undergoing a major transformation to update the facility and to provide a “well-maintained, community-oriented village where residents and staff are empowered to learn, innovate, and succeed.” The centerpiece of this transformation is the replacement of the Commons building.
SF facility that that provides the space and amenities needed for today’s and tomorrow’s graduate students and families. Recognizing the international community of graduate students, the new Corry Commons also includes a small classroom that hosts language classes and a kitchen with 2 separate food prep/cooking areas for use with students of differing cultural customs.
Barton Malow was selected as the Construction Manager to work with the University and Brame Architects to plan and construct the new Commons building. Working with a $2.5m budget, the goal was to raze the existing Commons and Recreation buildings and construct a new 8,900
The University of Florida required both the A/E and Barton Malow to utilize Building Information Modeling (BIM) in the design, planning and construction of this facility. This innovative technology was used to develop the design documents, produce and coordinate all of the shop drawings, and record all of the as-built conditions. The final as-built model also includes photos of all in-wall and above ceiling conditions prior to cover-up. UF has already made use of these pre-concealment photos when they installed additional icemakers in the
facility. The Fire Sprinkler Superintendent summarized the benefits of BIM technology by saying, “It forces us to get it right on paper and in the shop. As a result, installation was a breeze. We followed the model and got it right the first time.” Going for Gold Corry Commons serves as a model for sustainable design and construction. Currently seeking LEED Gold, this project embodies a number of green concepts including a variable refrigerant flow HVAC system, solar hot water and on-demand water heating for domestic hot water, extensive day lighting, permeable pavers, and highly reflective roof. Students can learn what their impact is on energy usage through an interactive dashboard at the Reception desk where they can view current and historic energy usage for the Commons building and the Village as a whole.
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THE WOW FACTOR
by Jess Lastinger, LEED AP
“WOW!” That is the student reaction to the new Osprey Café opened this fall at University of North Florida. Great food prepared by Chartwells at six exciting action stations, soaring ceilings creating airy and open space, unique architecture adding dramatic emphasis to the dining room, windows galore that bring the lake front dining right to your table, mezzanine views overlooking the action of the main dining room and outdoor balconies that allow Café dining along the lake and pedestrian boardwalk. The Osprey Café has quickly become the go to destination on campus. Part of the new 4-story, 48,000 SF Osprey Commons Building, the new Café serves almost 3000 meals a day to the 16,000 plus students on campus. The 26,000 SF Café replaced the former student dining venue. Shoe-horned in between the housing office, an active dorm and Candy Cane Lake, access was a major concern during the construction of the project. Barton Malow utilized our Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology to plan for the demolition and construction of the project. BIM technology allowed us to show the University what the project would look like at each phase during construction and it helped the subcontractors plan and manage their deliveries. With all student housing to the south and the campus core to the north, the jobsite sat astride the major pedestrian thoroughfare. To prevent students from having to walk across the entrance to the jobsite, Barton Malow designed and built a temporary boardwalk along the edge of Candy Cane Lake. The University liked the finished product so much that they elected to incorporate it as permanent feature into the project. The Café is topped by two additional floors of construction. Campus Planning, Design, and Construction offices will have a permanent home on the third floor and the fourth will feature a Grand Ballroom and Faculty Lounge. Build-out for these spaces was added to the original CM contract and will be complete in November. Once they are complete, we’re certain that these spaces will get the same “Wow!” reaction
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BUILDING THE UNBUILDABLE by Sarah Stalter
Designed by world-renowned architect Zaha Hadid, known for the “unbuildable” building, Michigan State University’s new Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum pushed architectural boundaries and challenged conventional construction. Constructed of sloped steel and concrete with a pleated metal and glass exterior, carefully piecing together dynamic dimensions and non-traditional materials challenged the team from the very beginning. A typical building techniques were a part of everyday construction. Iconic and innovative, crafting this complex architecture to life while maintaining design intent came with numerous challenges. In fact, it was noted in The State News, Michigan State University’s newspaper, that contractors were afraid to bid on such a daring structure. Responding to Design Given the unique design, Barton Malow carried out an exceptional preconstruction effort to source materials and ensure constructability. Throughout development of the design and modeling process, Barton Malow performed successful BIM integration processes, where we extracted from the collaborative design model information for interactive estimating, value engineering, schedule productivity, and designassist interface.
The most significant challenges faced had to do with the preciseness and placement of 1,000 lb., 15’ geometric custom-cut glass panels only allowing a margin of error of as little as 2 millimeters; controlling the consistency, finish, and pressure levels during the pouring of 40’ sloping concrete walls; the expansion and contraction of custom-designed materials; and, the development of an alternative structural system. The project utilized BIM in a significant way, as the model provided by the architect was in fact a part of the construction documents. Paper drawings were for reference only and most, on purpose, did not contain dimensional information. Subcontractors derived all dimensional information directly from the model. From that standpoint, all trades needed BIM modelers to assemble the building. Even trades that didn’t normally model had to produce and read the models, including the drywall subs. With extreme expectations of quality, the highest levels of communication and craftsmanship were required to overcome these challenges. The successful outcome was truly a team effort. WATCH A PROJEC T VIDEO
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“It was a great honor and opportunity to be involved in a truly iconic building. One has to see it, both inside and outside, to really appreciate it. It was a tremendous team effort by all involved to bring this very unique structure to reality.”
Ben Maibach III • Barton Malow Chairman and CEO
“Barton Malow was critical to the success of this project. They put together a very strong team and I think it’s their unbending commitment to quality, to bring in subcontractors and instill in them that vision that the University had of having a building of the highest quality that you’ll see in these parts for quite some time.” Dan Bollman Michigan State University Design Administrator
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WILL SCHAET, LEED AP • Project Director, Barton Malow The University of North Florida recognized Will Schaet, LEED AP, as one of this year’s Fab Grads. Each year the University selects a few UNF Alum for special recognition as their Fabulous Graduates. These “Fab Grads” have distinguished themselves in their careers or communities and are outstanding ambassadors for UNF. A graduate of UNF’s College of Computing, Engineering and Construction, Will has over 21 years experience in the construction industry. Pride in performance and a strong work ethic drive Will to consistently meet and exceed client expectations. A keen curiosity, sense of stewardship of the environment, and a focus on industry trends led Will to become a LEED Accredited Professional through the U.S. Green Building Council. In addition, Will embraces new technologies, like building information modeling (BIM) used on the University of Florida Corry Village project (see the feature article on page 8 of this issue). This is a great accomplishment and well-deserved award. Gary Hall, Chair of this Year’s Fab Grad Committee said it best, “Will, you were recognized by the Fab Grad Committee for outstanding achievement in your field, your volunteer work in the community and your loyalty and commitment to your alma mater.” A FAB GR AD TALKS ABOUT A PROJEC T AT HIS ALMA MATER
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