Harbin Riverside District Recognized for Excellence in Design

Nov 2, 2023 | News Release

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Harbin Riverside District Recognized for Excellence in Design

The honored project pays tribute to the history of the renowned winter and summer resort destination 

A city skyline next to a riverfront at dusk.

Harbin Riverside District, a mixed-use development sited on the last piece of golden shoreline of the Songhua River in Harbin’s urban core, has won 3rd place in the 2023 Shanghai Excellent Engineering Survey and Design Competition. The design award was organized by Shanghai Exploration and Design Trade Association (SEDTA) and is given to projects that demonstrate excellence in a people-centered approach, design innovation, originality and adoption of advanced technologies. The award is one of the most prestigious in the field of survey and design in Shanghai. 

Submitting the award was East China Architectural Design & Research Institute (ECADI), who served as the local design institute for the project. Collaborating with renowned international consultants, LEO A DALY provided master planning, design for architectural concept, schematic and design development. R&F Properties is the owner. 

LEO A DALY Designer ShanShan Yin, LEED AP, BD+C says the award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the local Design Institute, adding, “ECADI, our local design institute, enjoys an excellent reputation and demonstrates professional expertise in China. They have executed the project flawlessly from design concept to construction. The LEO A DALY design team has maintained timely and effective communication with them to ensure the entire project ran smoothly.” 

A bird's eye view of a city at sunrise with clouds in the foreground.

Images courtesy of East China Architectural Design & Research Institute (ECADI)

Completed in September 2021, the project is located in Youyi West Road, Daoli District, the core area of Harbin, which is nicknamed “The Ice City” and home to the annual Harbin Ice Festival. Formerly an underutilized green space on the riverfront, the project encompasses a public construction and residential area in a dense, urban neighborhood. The public development area consists of a four-story basement with parking garage, and a seven-story shopping center anchoring three high-rise towers. A large-scale outdoor winter garden provides indoor/outdoor connectivity and space for dining or socializing with views of the waterfront.  

The development creates a new urban quarter destined to be the center of vibrant experiences in the region and is a testament to a transformational placemaking design effort. LEO A DALY Vice President and Global Design Principal Irena Savakova, RIBA LEED AP BD+C, Fitwel Ambassador elaborates, “The opportunity to transform a neglected waterfront property in a city known for its convergence of cultural and aesthetic influences was a welcomed design challenge. Our team focused on a nuanced reflection of history and context that, in turn, led to a successful infusion of a vibrant, yet culturally reverent destination in the urban fabric of Harbin.” 

High rise towers in a city skyline during winter. Snow is in the background.

The tallest tower is a mixed-use building delineated into commercial, office and hotel space. It includes a 350-key Ritz Carlton Hotel, which opened in 2022 as the largest Ritz Carlton Hotel in China, as well as Class A office space.

The project turns an overlooked space into an extraordinary destination and an iconic symbol for the Harbin community and its visitors. The tower’s facade is inspired by the ice crystals of the Songhua River, an iconic natural element of the ice city of Harbin, and a metaphor for the birth of new life. The volume of all three towers is composed of the main facade and the folded surface of the “Ice Crystal.” The “Ice Crystal” area spirals upwards, with a simple yet unique form, which, combined with the main facade, makes the tower fascinating to view from all angles

LEO A DALY to Design Drai’s Dallas, Drai’s Group’s Latest Hospitality Venture

Oct 23, 2023 | News, News Release

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LEO A DALY to Design Drai’s Dallas, Drai’s Group’s Latest Hospitality Venture

The club design will bring a new look and feel to the Dallas Arts District

A rendering of a dimly lit lounge with red chairs.

LEO A DALY, in collaboration with renowned restaurant and nightclub owners Victor and Dustin Drai and Dallas-based experiential hospitality group GAP Concepts, is set to design Drai’s Group’s newest hospitality venture, Drai’s Dallas. Located in the heart of the Dallas Arts District, the 12,000-SF space is the Dallas expansion of Drai’s Group’s iconic Las Vegas venues, combining the brand’s signature guest experience with Dallas’ vibrant hospitality scene and one-of-a kind cultural character.

Arnie Martinez, Jr., Vice President and Director of Architecture at LEO A DALY Las Vegas says his team is excited to help Victor and Dustin Drai with the club design for the next era of their award-winning hospitality brand. He elaborates, “LEO A DALY has a strong working history with Victor Drai, helping his team with their largest hospitality project, Drai’s Beachclub Nightclub, a two-story rooftop club, and Drai’s After Hours, both located at The Cromwell on the Las Vegas Strip. It’s really exciting to continue the relationship with his son Dustin on their first hospitality venture in Dallas.”

The Drai’s Dallas club design will combine three distinct venues organized in a singular building. The interior spaces include a French-inspired modern supper club with a stage for cabaret-style entertainment, a stylish bar that complements the sophisticated atmosphere and a private member’s only lounge that offers an intimate and elevated atmosphere for its members.

Mr. Martinez, Jr. says strategic siting choices for the venue were made in an effort to maximize the guest experience, stating, “The current site houses an existing U-shaped building in which one leg of the building has been shuttered for quite some time. We will be demolishing the bottom leg and constructing a contemporary, modern venue that will breathe new life into the area, giving Dallas an exciting new destination for dinner, drinks and socializing. The new building will also strategically sit on the very south end of the property line, allowing more room for parking in an area void of adequate spaces.”

Prioritizing an established vision for the interior design ahead of the architecture was important to the client, forming a fascinating interplay between the two while creating an interesting challenge for the team. The project will seek to create a cohesive and captivating guest experience throughout, with the iconic brand of Drai’s as the driving force behind the design.

The interior design blends luxurious, refined elements with highlights of delicate floral accents to create unforgettable, intimate ambience. The four corners of the supper club will be framed with a palm motif, and floral-inspired private banquette seating will enable unparalleled views of the stage. The bar and members lounge will offer an intimate, elevated speakeasy-style atmosphere draped in Drai’s signature crimson color palette.

Christy Coleman, Director of Design Hospitality Interiors for LEO A DALY says the look and feel of the interiors exudes Drai’s well-known tradition of hospitality excellence, while creating a completely new, contemporary guest experience, stating, “The design will speak the language of the iconic Drai’s brand, but an interesting design challenge has been translating how that looks for a supper club, which is a completely new concept for the owner, as well as lounge and exclusive membership club. The interiors will carry through the recognizable tradition of rich hues, tufted furniture and signature décor that guests have come to expect from Drai’s venues.”

Drai’s Dallas is scheduled to open late 2024. More information can be found online at www.draisdallas.com.

AIA Palm Beach Chapter Recognizes 360 Rosemary

Oct 23, 2023 | News, News Release

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AIA Palm Beach Chapter Recognizes 360 Rosemary

The Class A Mixed-Use Office Building Earns 2023 AIA Palm Beach Honor Award

The combined project team for 360 Rosemary poses with their AIA Palm Beach Honor Award

AIA Palm Beach Chapter adds LEO A DALY to the list of 2023 design award winners, giving 360 Rosemary an AIA Honor Award. LEO A DALY serves as the architect of record and provided construction documents and administration services, Elkus Manfredi Architects provided architectural design services and Related is the owner and developer.

Located in the heart of growing downtown West Palm Beach, Florida, 360 Rosemary is a 20-story, LEED Gold-certified mixed-use building with 250,000 SF of office space and 22,600 SF of street-level retail. Designed with the principles of urbanism, the commercial building attracts top workplace tenants and helps to stimulate continued development along the Rosemary Avenue corridor. The Class A development’s sustainability, massing, materials and activation of the street level is a model for West Palm’s future-forward zoning regulations.

Bill Hanser, AIA, LEO A DALY Vice President and West Palm Beach studio Managing Principal is proud the project has received this design award, elaborating, “360 Rosemary establishes a new benchmark for the burgeoning Rosemary Square community. This commercial endeavor serves as a prototype for forthcoming innovation for the area, prioritizing occupant wellness, sustainability and adaptability to meet the escalating need for flexible office spaces, catering to tenants of all scales.”

A tall commercial building in the skyline at twilight.

© Ron Blunt Architectural Photography

Taking cues from the traditional industrial buildings and materials from the early 20th Century, the building expands the public realm through walkability and streetscape presence. Also committed to a better occupant experience, the building offers 10,000 SF of outdoor amenity space, wellness measures, captivating art installations, and expansive floor-to-ceiling windows that flood interior spaces with natural light.

The project utilizes Sustainable Sites construction methods, provisions for low-emitting fuel-efficient vehicles, and efficient water systems to reduce the burden on the municipal water supply.

David Harrison, Senior Vice President Design & Construction of Related says a shared goal of advancing sustainable design was key to the successful partnership, elaborating, “Creating innovative, pedestrian-friendly neighborhoods are part of our vision at Related and championing sustainable design and construction is part of that. We’re proud to have built a LEED Gold-certified building that prioritizes features that minimize the atmospheric and environmental impact associated with excessive energy use.”

Former LEO A DALY Vice President and supervisor for the project, Paul Twitty, AIA, NCARB, received the design award at the 2023 Design and Honor Awards Reception at The Breakers Resort in Palm Beach, Florida on October 18, 2023.

20 Massachusetts Ave. NW Awarded “Best Renovation” by NAIOP DC | MD Chapter

Oct 19, 2023 | News, News Release

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20 Massachusetts Ave. NW Awarded “Best Renovation” by NAIOP DC | MD Chapter

The recently completed LEO A DALY Washington, D.C. studio-led project was awarded for the successful conversion of a government office building into a Class A office and sophisticated hotel mixed-use destination. 

The glass facade of 20 Mass Ave on a bustling street corner in Washington, D.C. near Union Station
© Photo Credit Ron Blunt Photography

The mixed-use repositioning of 20 Massachusetts Ave NW, guided by innovative design from concept to delivery, received recognition at the 2023 NAIOP DC | MD Awards of Excellence. The building won “Best Renovation” for its merits in design and construction creativity, revitalizing a D.C. neighborhood blocks from both Union Station and the Capitol Building, through adaptive reuse. A team of DPR Construction, The RMR Group and LEO A DALY accepted the honor at the awards gala on October 11th at The Waldorf Astoria Hotel in Washington, D.C.  

Janki Bhatia, AIA, Senior Project Architect for 20 Massachusetts Ave. NW accepted the award with the team and states, “In an era where carbon footprints are of utmost concern, the careful, even painstaking, reuse of existing buildings is important work. Thanks to the resilience and dedication of the entire team, we are very proud of how this project transforms an outdated building into a destination filled with character, connectivity, and sustainability.” 

The combined project team of 20 Mass Ave pose with their NAIOP Best Renovation award

20 Massachusetts Ave NW revitalizes a 1970’s seven-story government office building into a ten-story mixed-use development, delineated into horizontal interconnected layers of retail, four-star hotel and Class A office uses. The renovation completely guts the interior and exterior while retaining the entire structure, adding three additional floors, and extending the footprint of the building to increase the building’s total size to 485,000 SF. Originally opaque and dominating, a new glass curtainwall facade was installed, and two atria were cut into the existing structure to bring in more natural light for seamless indoor-outdoor connectivity.  

Two people on the green rooftop of 20 Mass Ave overlooking the Washington, D.C. skyline.
© Photo Credit Ron Blunt Photography

Andrew Graham, AIA, NCARB, Senior Associate and Senior Architect chimed, “We’re all very appreciative of the award and the team’s recognition. It was through our collective, creative visioning during the pandemic era that we’ve made something amazing out of very little. By strategically removing and adding floors we’ve delivered unique and amazing spaces throughout the building. The light-filled, 10-story atrium is simply spectacular to experience.” 

A LEED Gold and Well-Certified project, the high-performance building was designed with extensive modeling of the envelope, maximizing energy efficiency in the lighting and HVAC systems. Interior window shading, low-e glazing, textured terracotta panels and matte/opaque finishes are deployed strategically to combat unwanted solar effects and ensure occupant comfort. High-performance glazing contributed to more than a 20% reduction in estimated energy consumption and low-flow filters will reduce water consumption by 40%. The Royal Sonesta hotel utilizes prefabricated, identical SurePods in the guest room modules in an effort to minimize waste. A 14,500-SF open-air amenities penthouse with views of the Capitol features a green roof with drought-resistant plants to passively capture stormwater. LEO A DALY provided master planning, architecture, and interior design services for the project.    

Sarvine Ashkan joins LEO A DALY

Oct 18, 2023 | In the news, News, News Release

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Sarvine Ashkan joins LEO A DALY

The accomplished architect brings 25 years of healthcare design experience. 

Professional headshot of Sarvine Ashkan

Sarvine Ashkan, AIA, DBIA, LEED AP, is the new Vice President and Market Sector Leader for Healthcare in LEO A DALY’s Los Angeles studio. With a career dedicated to advancing healthcare design, she is eager to collaborate with the team of healthcare professionals in the studio and across the firm.

Ashkan reflects on her choice to join LEO A DALY:
“Because of the alignment with my values and mission of ‘design excellence’ and ‘enhancing human experience’ LEO A DALY is a place that already feels like home to me. I have long admired the firm and this leadership opportunity expands the impact we can make by implementing innovative design ideas that would enhance patient and staff experience.”

Ashkan values partnership and prioritizes clients’ success, regardless of project scope or size. “She understands the opportunity architects have, through design and problem solving, to empower healthcare providers as they strive to serve our communities and those in need,” commented Managing Principal, Paul Coleman, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP. “Sarvine is well respected among clients and professionals for her dedication to healthcare design and her community.”

Ashkan’s 35-year career and extensive management experience allows her to create and foster integrated high-performance teams and implement a collaborative lean culture across all projects. This, along with solid knowledge of California Building Code and OSHPD requirements positions her as the ideal leader to shape the future of healthcare environments. Ashkan’s portfolio includes work on large-scale, complex projects for some of the well-known health systems in the nation. As a member of the Design Build Institute of America (DBIA), she is instrumental in notable design-build projects including the Harbor UCLA Replacement Medical Center.

Prince George’s County selects Delta + LEO A DALY for supportive housing project

Sep 28, 2023 | News, News Release

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Prince George’s County selects Delta + LEO A DALY for supportive housing project

PGC Men’s Transition Center moves forward with a collaborative design process

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diverse design team in studio charrette

The partnership of Delta + LEO A DALY is well-prepared to assist the Prince George’s County (PGC) government to proceed with the planning and design of the new Men’s Transition Center. Chosen for recent and relevant experience together, the diverse design team has award-winning supportive housing projects in their portfolios. What is most compelling is the team’s commitment to a collaborative design process that engages the community.

“The successful consensus building LEO A DALY facilitated for the design of three similar projects in Washington D.C. are powerful testaments of who they are and how they can elevate the process and the outcomes for this important project,” said Jonathan R. Butler Director Office of Central Services, PGC. “We are confident this is the right team with the right process to lead the County and our citizens to uncover the right design solution.”

The County has planned the new facility to provide transitional shelter and workforce training for the residents. It will replace the existing temporary transitional housing at 603 Addison Road in Capitol Heights, Maryland. The site will be redeveloped for the expansion project to provide beds for up to 56 men as well as wrap-around support services and space for community partners.

“Our team is passionate about this type of work and our design process is powerful,” chimed LEO A DALY’s Principal-in-Charge, Rauzia Ally. “Our firm’s mission focuses on transforming the human experience through design. This shapes our approach and genuinely considers owner’s, occupants’, visitors’ and neighbors’ needs as we work together to develop a solution that serves and enhances lives in Prince George’s County.”

graphic showing seven-step collaborative design process

The Aya and La Casa reveal LEO A DALY’s design success with supportive housing. “Aesthetics that inspire life with dignity for the un-housed, address wellness and quality of care, and add value to the neighborhood is our aim,” said Global Design Principal, Irena Savakova. “We are honored to partner with Prince George’s County, and we will use our experience to guide and our passion to serve our neighbors.”

LEO A DALY is a leader in holistic, high-performance design, specializing in planning, architecture, engineering and interior design. Since 1915, the firm’s unyielding focus on design excellence has resulted in exceptional spaces that enhance and enrich the human experience. The firm’s award-winning, diverse portfolio includes projects in a wide range of markets in more than 91 countries, all 50 US states and the District of Columbia.

Delta Engineers, Architects, & Surveyors provides responsive services for the built environment. We were founded in 1976 and are focused on providing high value design solutions for our clients across a wide range of related disciplines. We are based in the Southern Tier of New York State in Endwell and feature additional office locations in Vernon, Schenectady, and Syracuse, NY and in Chevy Chase, MD.

New Goodwill retail and donation center breaks ground in Elkhorn

Sep 26, 2023 | News Release

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New Goodwill retail and donation center breaks ground in Elkhorn

The LEO A DALY designed facility will be Goodwill’s first ground-up, free-standing build in the Omaha metro in a decade.

People in hard hats scooping earth at a groundbreaking.

LEO A DALY has completed design on Goodwill Industries, Inc. newest retail store and donation center, located at 18905 Evans Street in Elkhorn, Nebraska. A ground-breaking ceremony was held on September 26th, 2023. LEO A DALY provides architectural design and engineering services for the site adapt project and was chosen in part due to experience and success in retail design. C2 Building Company will provide construction services.

The new 15,000-SF facility is Goodwill’s sixteenth store and includes a retail sales floor, drive-thru donation center, online pick up, a training room, and will employ up to 35 people. The project expands Goodwill’s commitment to furthering their mission of generating essential funds to support programs that help those with disabilities and other barriers find employment.

Erin Froschheiser, LEO A DALY Associate and Project Manager on the project says the team is excited to bring new occupant benefits to Goodwill’s sixteenth store location, “The retail design will balance the familiar look and feel Goodwill patrons and employees are accustomed to with new features, including sustainability, design for employee wellness and enhanced shopper experience and wayfinding.”

Through charettes and extensive lighting studies, it became clear that both the retail areas and sorting rooms at Goodwill outlets lacked sufficient natural light. As a design solution, clerestory windows were strategically placed to flood the facility with natural light. This not only boosts employee well-being but also reduces the facility’s reliance on artificial lighting. Thoughtful lighting strategies facilitate a more even light distribution, enhancing merchandise visibility throughout. Converting outmoded display windows to regular windows has also further maximized daylight, floor space, and fitting room availability.

A rendering of a Goodwill Retail store with a donation drive through and entrance.

The Goodwill Elkhorn facility will serve a new part of Omaha

“We’ve prioritized creating a workplace environment that fosters well-being,” shares Sheila Ireland, LEO A DALY Associate and Senior Architect on the project. “In addition to maximizing natural light, our retail design includes an expanded break room and outdoor seating area with green space for employees to enjoy their breaks and lunches. Further, safety considerations, like a window in the manager’s office door, have been integrated for the benefit of both managers and employees.”

Pragmatic design choices important to the client have been seamlessly incorporated, including a dry pipe in the entry vestibule to safeguard the sprinkler system from winter freezing. Shade canopies over windows not only provide weather protection for shoppers entering and exiting the building, but also enhance the facility’s energy efficiency. High-performance design elements, such as occupancy sensors and automated, low flow plumbing fixtures, have been implemented to reduce energy consumption and conserve water resources.

The facility seamlessly integrates into its suburban surroundings and goes above and beyond Omaha’s Urban Design Guidelines. Exterior modifications were executed to meet these requirements, along with an increased exterior wall height to enhance visibility from Maple Street, an arterial road. The taller walls also serve as rooftop screens to discreetly house mechanical equipment, and the addition of trees along the east perimeter will provide shade and establish a natural boundary between the facility and the adjacent residential neighborhood.

The new Goodwill retail store is anticipated to open Fall 2024.

People in hard hats smiling at the camera at a groundbreaking ceremony

North Metro Regional Public Safety Training Facility opens for law enforcement simulation training

Aug 28, 2023 | News, News Release

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North Metro Regional Public Safety Training Facility opens for law enforcement simulation training

The facility stands as a testament to the power of collaboration, better preparing officers for 21st century policing challenges

A police officer walking into the North Metro Regional Training Facility. An American flag waves in the foreground.

Local, county, and state officials gathered in Maple Grove, Minnesota, to celebrate the grand opening of the North Metro Regional Public Safety Training Facility. The ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the culmination of a transformative project that brings state-of-the-art, realistic simulation training capabilities to law enforcement officers in the region. The $17 million project was made possible through strong strategic partnerships between elected officials and public safety professionals, and was funded by local, county, and state entities. LEO A DALY provided architectural design and engineering services for project.

The civic project comprised a significant overhaul, including a substantial renovation and two additional new wings, effectively tripling the facility’s footprint. Having initially been built in 1992, the 30-year-old facility had outgrown its space, leading to competition from agencies seeking training time. The renovation and expansion addressed this issue, fostering stronger partnerships between agencies and promoting collaboration for the overall public interest of the region.

Todd LaVold, Associate & Senior Project Manager for LEO A DALY Minneapolis says, “A highlight of this project was seeing how the cities of Maple Grove, Plymouth, Brooklyn Park, and Hennepin County came together for the collective good. Serving law enforcement for over 20 local, county, state, and federal law enforcement agencies and post-secondary institutions in the region, the facility now stands as a symbol of effective cooperation and demonstrates a strong commitment to public safety by all of the communities involved.”

A new opportunity for better simulation training

The revamped facility design is centered upon reality-based, simulation training environments, which provide officers with a safe space to create stressful environments, allowing them to hone their decision-making skills in a controlled setting.

The simulation training spaces within the new addition are smartly designed to interconnect, catering specifically to the increasing expectations for law enforcement agencies to develop more comprehensive and realistic training. Circulation flows from one area to the next, breaking down the compartmentalization of different types of simulation training. New training spaces include:

  • A versatile two-story reality-based training space, featuring movable walls, can simulate school environments, hotel rooms, or residential scenarios, allowing officers to practice in an endless variety of life-like environments.
  • A state-of-the-art virtual reality simulator featuring a 300-degree screen. This advanced technology enables officers to practice de-escalation scenarios and puts officers in real world, highly stressed situations in real-time using realistic, non-lethal firearms.
  • A dedicated mats room for Response to Resistance Training gives officers a safe space to practice self-defense training and use of force training.
  • A secure and protected exterior alley space facilitates simulated traffic stops and incident simulations. The design of this space prioritized keeping the surrounding neighborhoods undisturbed and ensuring officer safety during training.

A renovation that prioritizes officer collaboration and safety

The renovation of the existing building provides vital upgrades, bringing the current facility to modern standards while adapting existing spaces to encourage conversations and post-training debriefs. The new lunch area was important to the renovation allowing further comradery and mixing between law enforcement agencies. Classrooms are renovated to be adaptable to current and future needs and allowing for a variety of class sizes, types, and virtual locations. Upgrades to the existing shooting range offer better acoustic comfort to mitigate reverberation and unsafe sound levels, reducing the physical stress trainers and officers alike can experience. The new 12-lane, 50-yard state-of-the-art range features air filtration systems that reduce lead exposure, creating better energy performance and a safer environment for training.

The project follows the State of Minnesota B3 Guidelines for sustainability and the substantial reduction in energy use intensity (EUI) reflects the state of Minnesota’s commitment to environmental responsibility. The design of this simulation training facility resulted in a 70% reduction in energy usage compared to an existing building of the same type.

National award recognizes LEO A DALY’S dual-purpose lighting design

Aug 24, 2023 | News Release, Uncategorized

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National award recognizes LEO A DALY’S dual-purpose lighting design

Hennepin County Medical Examiner facility receives IES Illumination Award of Merit for dual-purpose lighting design

The lab sapce of the hennepin County Medical Examiner facility featured dual-purpose lighting design for work and wellness

The Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) adds LEO A DALY to its list of recognized lighting designers for the 50th Annual Illumination Awards. Receiving the Illumination Award of Merit for the complex considerations in the dual-purpose lighting design of the Hennepin County Medical Examiner facility is a celebrated achievement for the design team.

“Clarity of color, visual fatigue and mental wellness were at the top of our planning list,” explained Senior Designer, Greg Lecker. “The lighting carefully considers the privacy and technical needs of forensic death investigation as well as the wellness of the professionals completing this important work.”

While lab space often feels cold or sterile, the laboratories at the Hennepin County Medical Examiner’s Office are flooded with reflected ambient light. The unique detailing of centered skylights distributes diffused reflected light throughout the autopsy area improving clarity and lessening visual fatigue. The lab’s south-facing roof monitors allow for daylight to enter the space while preventing direct views into the space from the exterior.

Natural light also streams in through large sidelights in the office wing. The lighting for this portion of the building offers respite from the high-stress laboratory activities. Large windows and automatic daylighting controls optimize the views of the surrounding forests, prairies, and wetlands. Vertical illumination, accent, and display lighting draw attention to the natural materials throughout the space creating a calm, welcoming environment that encourages restoration.

“IES recognizes projects that demonstrate ingenuity, originality and professionalism,” chimed Trevor Hollins, Practice Lead, Lighting and Electrical. “Our integrated design team is honored knowing our work contributes to the important efforts and well-being of these dedicated workers.”

Energy efficiency is also included in the award-winning design demonstrating results 30% better than International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) 2018. A building-wide lighting control system reduces energy use through occupant sensing, daylighting and dimming control strategies tailored to the building’s unique spaces. In the autopsy laboratory, custom lighting control stations housing both lighting and HVAC control functionality were created to withstand rigorous cleaning to ensure a clean space free from contaminants and pathogens.

Hennepin County Medical Examiner Facility Wins SB 2030 Award from Minnesota B3

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