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Science Building, Whitworth University

Spokane, Washington

Shattuck Hall, Portland State University

PROJECT INFO

  • Building Type: Three-story science building that houses chemistry, physics and biology programs
  • Architect: Miller Hull Partnership
  • Owner: Whitworth University
  • Size: 60,000 square feet
  • Cost: $24 million construction cost

Special Features

  • Variable volume airflow integrated with indoor air quality monitoring systems
  • Hydronic radiant heating and cooling with dedicated outside air units and demand control ventilation
  • Condensing boilers
  • High efficiency air cooled chiller
  • Energy recovery systems
  • Low flow plumbing fixtures
  • High efficiency condensing water heaters
  • Variable volume fume hoods
  • Acid resistant waste piping provided
  • Industrial hot water/cold water system to prevent cross-contamination and backflow

SUSTAINABLE DESIGN ELEMENTS

Pursuing:

LEED Gold

Energy efficiency 25% better than code

Potable water efficiency 42% better than code


PAE ROLE

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Telecom/Low Voltage System Design

Energy Modeling