dormitory - nichols college

project name:   dormitory
client name:   nichols college
site location:   dudley, ma
project size:   11,000 sf
completion:   2007
     
challenge:   To extensively renovate the interiors, upgrade safety and accessibility, and incorporate as many sustainable design features as possible.
     
solution:   Renovations will include installation of LEED certified replacement windows, LEED certified floor coverings and no, or low, VOC paint.

New energy conservation measures are to include the evaluation of a geothermal heating system to replace the current natural gas, forced hot water system.   A new design to enclose the front entrance in an aluminum clad storefront system, with separate exterior and interior doors, will replace the high heat loss single door entry currently in place.

 

 

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