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Roger Williams University
Project Information
- Project Location:
- RI
- Status:
- Completed - Jun 2009
- Structure Type:
- School / College / University
- LEED Certification (target):
-
Silver
References
- Architect:
- Newport Collaborative Architects
- Client:
- Roger Williams University
Scope Of Work
PROJECT OVERVIEW
The Alumni and Admissions Center at Roger Williams University is and 11,000 sq. ft. brick veneered structure, completed in June, 2009. Excavation for utilities and resurfacing of the main university thoroughfare with only two total days of road closure, minimizing the impact on traffic flow through the campus. The building itself features highly efficient systems and construction techniques, such as rainwater management systems, local and recycled building materials, a tight building envelope and energy efficient lighting and mechanical systems. The stated and achieved sustainability target was the USGBC LEED Silver Certification.
PROJECT FACTS
LEED Silver Target
Energy efficiency including building envelope, rainwater management, high efficiency electrical & mechanical systems
Certified woods, formaldehyde free and high recycled product content
Waste management control and recycling
Functioning and operating facility during construction
Preconstruction partnering for budget & scope development
Constructability review and value engineering
Negotiated, open-book GMP
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