Electrical • Mechanical • Technology
Bluestone Engineering was hired to design the mechanical, electrical and technology systems in this historic facility after it was heavily damaged in the flooding of 2008.
The building, which previously served as Cedar Rapid’s City Hall, was re-purposed into museum space, auditorium space, a restaurant and leased offices. As part of the project, Bluestone designed replacements for the entire HVAC, plumbing, electrical and technology infrastructure for the facility. Special HVAC systems were designed for the museum to maintain specific temperature and humidity levels. A new commercial kitchen was also added to support the restaurant and event catering.
This project was completed in multiple phases.
Electrical
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An intermediate floor was added to the remaining north half of the gymnasium to create two levels. On the upper level, a storage mezzanine was created. Under the storage mezzanine, new, larger locker rooms/restrooms was added. In addition, a reception area, entry vestibule, principal’s office and new classroom were added.
Bluestone Engineering provided complete MEPT/FP design. New, energy efficient LED lighting and lighting controls were specified for the new and renovated areas, plus the parking lots. Rough-in was provided for a permanent and portable theatrical lighting system and sound system for the gymnasium.
The existing fire alarm system was expanded to provide voice annunciation in the new and renovated areas of the building with the capacity to extend to the entire building in the future. A grease interceptor was installed underground outside the building to meet current WRA requirement. New HVAC units were specified for the additions. A fire protection service was installed throughout the new additions and renovated areas, but was designed to eventually serve the entire school.
Square Feet: Demo: 2,200 Remodel: 3,000 Addition: 6,800
Budget: $3,336,000
Architect: BSB Design
General Contractor: Ball Team
