Photo courtesy of the Miller Hull Partnership.
Photo courtesy of the Miller Hull Partnership.

Robinson Science Hall, Whitworth University

Spokane, WA

Project Categories

Spokane
Higher education
Laboratories

Business Type

Three-story science building that houses chemistry, physics, and biology programs

Size

60,000 square feet

Architect

The Miller Hull Partnership

Owner

Whitworth University

Services

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Building performance analysis

Technology design

LEED Gold

25

Percent better energy efficiency

than code requirements

42

Percent better water efficiency

than code requirements

Sustainability

Certifications

LEED Gold

Progress Report

Achieved 25% energy efficiency
Achieved 42% potable water efficiency

Special features

Vivarium facilities
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